Psalms 61 — T4T
A psalm written by David for the choir director, to be accompanied by musical instruments
61Verse 1God, listen to me,and answer my prayer [DOU]!Verse 2While I am discouraged and far from my home,I am calling out to you.
Lead me to the place that is like a high rock [MET]on top of which I will be safe.Verse 3You have been my refuge;you have been like a strong tower [MET]
in which I am safe from being attacked by my enemies.Verse 4Allow me to live close to your temple all during my life [HYP]!
Allow me to be safe [MET], like a little bird is safe under its mother’s wings.(Think about that!)Verse 5God, you heard me when I solemnly promised to give offerings to you;you have given to me the blessings that belong to those who have an awesome respect for you [MTY].Verse 6I am the king of Israel;
please allow me to live and rule for many years,and allow my descendants to rule also.Verse 7Allow us to rule forever while you observe us;watch over us while you faithfully love us and do for us what you promised.Verse 8If you do that, I will always sing to praise you [MTY]while I offer to you each day the sacrifices that I promised to give to you.