Psalm 45
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Psalm 45
For the director of music. A maskil of the Sons of Korah. A wedding song to the tune of “Lilies.”
1My heart is full of beautiful words
as I say my poem for the king.
My tongue is like the pen of a skillful writer.
2You are the most excellent of men.
Your lips have been given the ability to speak gracious words.
God has blessed you forever.
3Mighty one, put your sword at your side.
Put on glory and majesty as if they were your clothes.
4In your majesty ride out with power
to fight for what is true, humble and fair.
Let your right hand do wonderful things.
5Shoot your sharp arrows into the hearts of your enemies.
Let the nations come under your control.
6Your throne is the very throne of God.
Your kingdom will last for ever and ever.
You will rule by treating everyone fairly.
7You love what is right and hate what is evil.
So your God has placed you above your companions.
He has filled you with joy by pouring the sacred oil on your head.
8Myrrh and aloes and cassia make all your robes smell good.
In palaces decorated with ivory
the music played on stringed instruments makes you glad.
9Daughters of kings are among the women you honor.
At your right hand is the royal bride dressed in gold from Ophir.
10Royal bride, listen and pay careful attention.
Forget about your people and the home you came from.
11Let the king be charmed by your beauty.
Honor him. He is now your master.
12The people of Tyre will come with gifts.
Wealthy people will try to gain your favor.
13In her room, the princess looks glorious.
Her gown has gold threads running through it.
14Dressed in beautiful clothes, she is led to the king.
Her virgin companions follow her.
They have been brought to be with her.
15They are led in with joy and gladness.
They enter the palace of the king.
16Your sons will rule just as your father and grandfather did.
You will make them princes through the whole land.
17I will make sure that people will always remember you.
The nations will praise you for ever and ever.
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Psalms 45
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To the director: To the tune “Shoshanim.”#Psalm 45 To the tune “Shoshanim” Or “On the Shoshanim.” A maskil from the Korah family. A love song.
1Beautiful thoughts fill my mind
as I speak these lines for the king.
These words come from my tongue
as from the pen of a skilled writer.
2You are more handsome than anyone,
and you say such pleasant things.
So God will always bless you.
3Put on your sword, mighty warrior,
so impressive in your splendid uniform.
4Go out in your greatness to win the victory for what is true and right.
Let us see the amazing things you can do with your powerful right arm.#45:4 right arm This pictures God as a warrior-king. The right arm is a symbol of his power and authority.
5Your sharp arrows will go deep into the hearts of your enemies,
who will fall to the ground in front of you.
6God,#45:6 God This might be a song to God as king. Or here, the writer might be using the word “God” as a title for the king. your kingdom will last forever.
You use your authority for justice.
7You love what is right and hate what is wrong.
So God, your God, chose you to be king,
giving you more joy and honor than anyone like you.#45:7 chose … anyone like you Literally, “anointed you with the oil of gladness above your companions.” This refers to the special oil used in the dedication of a new priest or king.
8From your clothes comes the wonderful smell of myrrh, aloes, and cassia.
In palaces decorated with ivory, you enjoy the music of stringed instruments.
9Here are ladies of honor, daughters of kings.
Your bride#45:9 bride Or “queen.” stands at your right side, wearing a gown decorated with the finest gold.
10My lady,#45:10 My lady Literally, “Daughter.” listen to me.
Listen carefully and understand me.
Forget your people and your father’s family,
11so that the king will be pleased with your beauty.
He will be your new husband,#45:11 husband Or “master.”
so you must honor him.
12People from Tyre will bring you gifts.
Their richest people will try to win your friendship.
13The princess is so beautiful in her gown,
like a pearl set in gold.
14Clothed in beauty, she is led to the king,
followed by her bridesmaids.
15Filled with joy and excitement,
they enter into the king’s palace.
16Your sons will be kings like their ancestors.
You will make them rulers throughout the land.
17You will be famous for generations.
People will praise you forever and ever.
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