Psalm 61:5-8

New King James Version

⁵For You, O God, have heard my vows;
You have given me the heritage of those who fear Your name.
⁶You will prolong the king’s life,
His years as many generations.
⁷He shall abide before God forever.
Oh, prepare mercy ^(A)and truth, which may ^[a]preserve him!

⁸So I will sing praise to Your name forever,
That I may daily perform my vows.

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Footnotes

Psalm 61:7 Lit. guard or keep

Psalm 61:5-8

New International Version

⁵For you, God, have heard my vows;^(A)
you have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.^(B)

⁶Increase the days of the king’s life,^(C)
his years for many generations.^(D)
⁷May he be enthroned in God’s presence forever;^(E)
appoint your love and faithfulness to protect him.^(F)