Psalms 61

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Lead Me to the Rock

1 Hear my cry, O GodGod: אֱלֹהִים (Elohim). The Hebrew Elohim (אֱלֹהִים) is a plural form denoting majesty and fullness of deity. Though grammatically plural, it takes singular verbs when referring to the one true God, suggesting the Trinity's plurality within unity.; attend unto my prayer. Prayer: Psalms 4:1, 86:6, Philippians 4:6. Parallel theme: Psalms 130:2

2 From 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. Parallel theme: Psalms 18:2, 18:46, 27:5, 40:2, 62:2, 62:6, 77:3, 142:3, Deuteronomy 4:29, Isaiah 32:2 +5

3 For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy. Parallel theme: Psalms 18:2, 62:7, 116:2, 140:7, Proverbs 18:10, 2 Corinthians 1:10

4 I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah. Faith: Psalms 57:1, 91:4, Ruth 2:12. Temple: Psalms 15:1, 27:4. Parallel theme: Psalms 17:8, 23:6, 62:7, 63:7, Matthew 23:37 +5

5 For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name. References God: Psalms 56:12, 65:1, 66:19. Parallel theme: Psalms 86:11, 115:13, Acts 10:35

6 Thou wilt prolong the king's life: and his years as many generations. Parallel theme: Psalms 21:4, 21:6, Isaiah 53:10

7 He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercyMercy: רַחֲמִים (Rachamim). The Hebrew rachamim (רַחֲמִים) derives from 'womb' (rechem), suggesting tender, maternal compassion. God's mercies are 'new every morning' (Lamentations 3:23), showing His compassionate nature. and truth, which may preserve him. Grace: Psalms 57:3, Genesis 24:27, Proverbs 20:28, Micah 7:20. Truth: Psalms 40:11, 43:3, Genesis 32:10, Hebrews 9:24. Parallel theme: Psalms 41:12, Luke 1:33 +5

8 So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows. Resurrection: Psalms 65:1, 71:22, 79:13