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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Psalms 45
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Psalm 45
A Royal Wedding Song
For the choir director: according to “The Lilies.”#Ps 60; 69; 80 A Maskil of the sons of Korah. A love song.
1My heart is moved by a noble theme
as I recite my verses to the king;
my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer.#Ezr 7:6
2You are the most handsome of men;#45:2 Or of the descendants of Adam
grace flows from your lips.#Lk 4:22
Therefore God has blessed you forever.#Ps 21:6
3Mighty warrior, strap your sword at your side.
In your majesty and splendor#Is 49:2; Rv 1:16; 19:15 —
4in your splendor ride triumphantly
in the cause of truth, humility, and justice.
May your right hand show your awe-inspiring acts.#Ps 65:5; 98:1
5Your sharpened arrows pierce the hearts of the king’s enemies;
the peoples fall under you.#Dt 23:14; Ps 18:14
6Your throne,#Heb 1:8–9 God, is#45:6 Or Your divine throne is, or Your throne is God’s forever and ever;
the scepter of your kingdom is a scepter of justice.#Ps 93:2
7You love righteousness and hate wickedness;#Ps 33:5
therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of joy
more than your companions.
8Myrrh, aloes, and cassia perfume all your garments;
from ivory palaces harps bring you joy.#Sg 4:14; Jn 19:39
9Kings’ daughters are among your honored women;#Sg 6:8
the queen, adorned with gold from Ophir,
stands at your right hand.#1Kg 9:28; 10:11
10Listen, daughter, pay attention and consider:
Forget your people and your father’s house,#Ru 1:16–17
11and the king will desire your beauty.
Bow down to him, for he is your lord.#Eph 5:33
12The daughter of Tyre, the wealthy people,
will seek your favor with gifts.#Ps 68:29; 72:10–11; Is 49:23
13In her chamber, the royal daughter is all glorious,
her clothing embroidered with gold.#Ex 39:2–3; Rv 19:7–8
14In colorful garments she is led to the king;
after her, the virgins, her companions, are brought to you.#Ezk 16:18; 26:16
15They are led in with gladness and rejoicing;
they enter the king’s palace.#Jr 22:4
16Your sons will succeed your ancestors;
you will make them princes throughout the land.#1Pt 2:9; Rv 1:6; 5:10
17I will cause your name to be remembered for all generations;
therefore the peoples will praise you forever and ever.#Mal 1:11
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