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(A psalm by David for the music leader. Use with stringed instruments.)

Under the Protection of God

1 Please listen, God,
    and answer my prayer!
2 I feel hopeless,
and I cry out to you
    from a faraway land.

Lead me to the mighty rock[a]
    high above me.
3 You are a strong tower,
where I am safe
    from my enemies.

4 Let me live with you forever
and find protection
    under your wings, my God.
5 You heard my promises,
    and you have blessed me,
just as you bless everyone
    who worships you.

6 Let the king have a long
    and healthy life.
7 May he always rule
    with you, God, at his side;
may your love and loyalty
    watch over him.

8 I will sing your praises
forever, God, and will always
    keep my promises.

Footnotes

  1. 61.2 mighty rock: See the note at 18.2.

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