Psalms 61:1
For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. Of David.
What it says
The superscription presents the psalm as a Davidic song for the choirmaster with stringed instruments.
What it is doing
This verse frames the prayer as public worship born from personal need.
In context
1For the choirmaster. With stringed instruments. Of David. 2From the ends of the earth I call out to You 3For You have been my refuge, 4Let me dwell in Your tent forever 5For You have heard my vows, O God; 6Increase the days of the king’s life; 7May he sit enthroned in God’s presence forever; 8Then I will ever sing praise to Your name