Psalms 45
The psalmist praises a king, describing him as the most excellent of men, anointed by God and blessed with majesty and splendor. The king is called to ride forth in behalf of truth, humility, and righteousness, and his throne will last forever. The psalmist also describes the king's wedding, where the royal bride is adorned in gold and the king is enthralled by her beauty. The psalm concludes by saying the king's memory will be perpetuated through all generations, and the nations will praise him forever.
1My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses for the king; my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer.2You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you forever.3Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one; clothe yourself with splendor and majesty.4In your majesty ride forth victoriously in behalf of truth, humility and righteousness; let your right hand display awesome deeds.5Let your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of the king's enemies; let the nations fall beneath your feet.6Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom.7You love righteousness and hate wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy.8All your robes are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces adorned with ivory the music of the strings makes you glad.9Daughters of kings are among your honored women; at your right hand is the royal bride in gold of Ophir.10Listen, O daughter, consider and give ear: Forget your people and your father's house.11The king is enthralled by your beauty; honor him, for he is your lord.12The Daughter of Tyre will come with a gift, men of wealth will seek your favor.13All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold.14In embroidered garments she is led to the king; her virgin companions follow her and are brought to you.15They are led in with joy and gladness; they enter the palace of the king.16Your sons will take the place of your fathers; you will make them princes throughout the land.17I will perpetuate your memory through all generations; therefore the nations will praise you for ever and ever.
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