Psalm 45

A Royal Wedding Song

For the choir director: according to “The Lilies.” l 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. m

2 You are the most handsome of * men;

grace flows from your lips. n

Therefore God has blessed you forever. o

3 Mighty warrior, strap your sword at your side.

In your majesty and splendor p—

4 in your splendor ride triumphantly

in the cause of truth, humility, and justice.

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

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

the peoples fall under you. r

6 Your throne, s God, is t forever and ever;

the scepter of Your u kingdom is a scepter of justice. v

7 You love righteousness and hate wickedness; w

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. x

9 Kings’ daughters are among your honored women; y

the queen, adorned with gold from Ophir,

stands at your right hand. z

10 Listen, daughter, pay attention and consider:

forget your people and your father’s house, a

11 and the king will desire your beauty.

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

12 The daughter of Tyre, the wealthy people,

will seek your favor with gifts. c

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

her clothing embroidered with gold. d

14 In colorful garments she is led to the king;

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

15 They are led in with gladness and rejoicing;

they enter the king’s palace. f

16 Your sons will succeed your ancestors;

you will make them princes throughout the land. g

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

therefore the peoples will praise you forever and ever. h