Psalm 45

A Royal Wedding Song

For the choir director: according to “The Lilies.” c A Maskil of the sons of Korah. A love song.

1   My heart is moved by a noble theme

as I recite my verses to the king;

my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer. d

2   You are the most handsome of men; F

grace flows from your lips. e

Therefore God has blessed you forever. f

3   Mighty warrior, strap your sword at your side.

In your majesty and splendor g—

4   in your splendor ride triumphantly

in the cause of truth, humility, and justice.

May your right hand show your awe-inspiring acts. h

5   Your sharpened arrows pierce the hearts of the king’s enemies;

the peoples fall under you. i

6   Your throne, j God, is G forever and ever;

the scepter of your kingdom is a scepter of justice. k

7   You love righteousness and hate wickedness; l

therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of joy

more than your companions.

8   Myrrh, aloes, and cassia perfume all your garments;

from ivory palaces harps bring you joy. m

9   Kings’ daughters are among your honored women; n

the queen, adorned with gold from Ophir,

stands at your right hand. o

10   Listen, daughter, pay attention and consider:

forget your people and your father’s house, p

11   and the king will desire your beauty.

Bow down to him, for he is your lord. q

12   The daughter of Tyre, the wealthy people,

will seek your favor with gifts. r

13   In her chamber, the royal daughter is all glorious,

her clothing embroidered with gold. s

14   In colorful garments she is led to the king;

after her, the virgins, her companions, are brought to you. t

15   They are led in with gladness and rejoicing;

they enter the king’s palace. u

16   Your sons will succeed your ancestors;

you will make them princes throughout the land. v

17   I will cause your name to be remembered for all generations;

therefore the peoples will praise you forever and ever. w