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Psalm 61 Lyrics

Psalms 61:1: Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.
Psalms 61:2: From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
Psalms 61:3: For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.
Psalms 61:4: I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.
Psalms 61:5: For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name.
Psalms 61:6: Thou wilt prolong the king's life: and his years as many generations.
Psalms 61:7: He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him.
Psalms 61:8: So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows.

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