| New International Version | New International Version |
| 1For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. | 1For the director of music. With stringed instruments. Of David. Hear my cry, O God; listen to my prayer. |
| 2From the ends of the earth I call to you, I call as my heart grows faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I. | 2From the ends of the earth I call to you, I call as my heart grows faint; lead me to the rock that is higher than I. |
| 3For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. | 3For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. |
| 4I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings. | 4I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shelter of your wings. |
| 5For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name. | 5For you, God, have heard my vows; you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name. |
| 6Increase the days of the king's life, his years for many generations. | 6Increase the days of the king's life, his years for many generations. |
| 7May he be enthroned in God's presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him. | 7May he be enthroned in God's presence forever; appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him. |
| 8Then I will ever sing in praise of your name and fulfill my vows day after day. | 8Then I will ever sing in praise of your name and fulfill my vows day after day. |
| New International Version (NIV) Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide. | New International Version (NIV) Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide. |
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