Psalm 61, side by side

Two versions of the same chapter. Each row is one verse, so you can see how the wording changes.

Modern

1Hear my cry, God. Listen to my prayer.

Classic

1Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.

Modern

2From the end of the earth, I will call to you when my heart is overwhelmed. Lead me to the rock that is higher than I.

Classic

2From 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.

Modern

3For you have been a refuge for me, a strong tower from the enemy.

Classic

3For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.

Modern

4I will dwell in your tent forever. I will take refuge in the shelter of your wings.

Classic

4I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.

Modern

5For you, God, have heard my vows. You have given me the heritage of those who fear your name.

Classic

5For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name.

Modern

6You will prolong the king’s life. His years will be for generations.

Classic

6Thou wilt prolong the king’s life: and his years as many generations.

Modern

7He shall be enthroned in God’s presence forever. Appoint your loving kindness and truth, that they may preserve him.

Classic

7He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him.

Modern

8So I will sing praise to your name forever, that I may fulfill my vows daily.

Classic

8So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows.

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