^{1 Ref} <To the chief music-maker. On a corded instrument. Of David.> Let my cry come to you, O God; let your ears be open to my prayer.

^{2 Ref} From the end of the earth will I send up my cry to you, when my heart is overcome: take me to the rock which is over-high for me.

^{3 Ref} For you have been my secret place, and my high tower from those who made war on me.

^{4 Ref} I will make your tent my resting-place for ever: I will keep myself under the cover of your wings. (Selah.)

^{5 Ref} For you, O God, have made answer to my prayers; you have given me the heritage of those who give honour to your name.

^{6 Ref} You will give the king long life; and make his years go on through the generations.

^{7 Ref} May the seat of his authority be before God for ever; may mercy and righteousness keep him safe.

^{8 Ref} So will I make songs in praise of your name for ever, giving to God that which is right day by day.

^{1 Ref} > Hear my cry, God. Listen to my prayer.

^{2 Ref} From the end of the earth, I will call to you, when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

^{3 Ref} For you have been a refuge for me, A strong tower from the enemy.

^{4 Ref} I will dwell in your tent forever. I will take refuge in the shelter of your wings. Selah.

^{5 Ref} For you, God, have heard my vows. You have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.

^{6 Ref} You will prolong the king's life; His years shall be for generations.

^{7 Ref} He shall be enthroned in God's presence forever. Appoint your loving kindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

^{8 Ref} So I will sing praise to your name forever, That I may fulfill my vows daily.