Psalm 60 (61)
An exile's prayer
"The prayer of a just man who looks to the things which are eternal" (St Hilary).
O God, hear my cry!
Listen to my prayer!
From the end of the earth I call;
my heart is faint.
On the rock too high for me to reach
set me on high,
O you who have been my refuge,
my tower against the foe.
Let me dwell in your tent for ever
and hide in the shelter of your wings.
For you, O God, hear my prayer,
grant me the heritage of those who fear you.
May you lengthen the life of the king;
may his years cover many generations.
May he ever sit enthroned before God:
bid love and truth be his protection.
So I will always praise your name
and day after day fulfil my vows.