Ps 61:2
61:2 From {a} the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my
     heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock [that] is {b}
     higher than I.

     (a) From the place where I was banished, being driven out
         of the city and temple by my son Absalom.
     (b) To which without your help I cannot attain.

Ps 61:5
61:5 For thou, O God, {c} hast heard my vows: thou hast given
     [me] the heritage of those that fear thy name.

     (c) There is nothing that strengthens our faith more than
         the memory of God's help in times past.

Ps 61:6
61:6 Thou wilt prolong the king's {d} life: [and] his years as
     many generations.

     (d) This chiefly refers to Christ, who lives eternally not
         only in himself but also in his members.

Ps 61:7
61:7 He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare {e} mercy and
     truth, [which] may preserve him.

     (e) For the stability of my kingdom stands in your mercy
         and truth.

This document is from the Christian Classics Ethereal Library at Calvin College. Last updated on May 27, 1999. Contacting the CCEL.