71 He prayeth in faith, established by the word of promise, 5 And confirmed by the work of God from his youth. 10 He complaineth of the cruelty of his enemies, 17 And desireth God to continue his graces toward him, 22 Promising to be mindful and thankful for the same.

In (A)[a]thee, O Lord, I trust: let me never be ashamed.

Rescue me and deliver me in thy [b]righteousness: incline thine ear unto me and save me.

Be thou my strong rock, whereunto I may always resort: thou [c]hast given commandment to save me: for thou art my rock, and my fortress.

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Footnotes

  1. Psalm 71:1 He prayeth to God with full assurance of faith, that he will deliver him from his adversaries.
  2. Psalm 71:2 By declaring thyself true of promise.
  3. Psalm 71:3 Thou hast infinite means, and all creatures are at thy commandment: therefore show some sign, whereby I shall be delivered.

Psalm 71(A)

In you, Lord, I have taken refuge;(B)
    let me never be put to shame.(C)
In your righteousness, rescue me and deliver me;
    turn your ear(D) to me and save me.
Be my rock of refuge,
    to which I can always go;
give the command to save me,
    for you are my rock and my fortress.(E)

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