Psalm 45- 1
- Psalm 45 For the director of music. To [the tune of] "Lilies." Of the Sons of Korah. A maskil. [1] A wedding song.
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- My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses for the king; my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer.
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- You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you forever.
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- Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one; clothe yourself with splendor and majesty.
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- In your majesty ride forth victoriously in behalf of truth, humility and righteousness; let your right hand display awesome deeds.
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- Let your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of the king's enemies; let the nations fall beneath your feet.
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- Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom.
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- You love righteousness and hate wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy.
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- All your robes are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces adorned with ivory the music of the strings makes you glad.
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- Daughters of kings are among your honored women; at your right hand is the royal bride in gold of Ophir.
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- Listen, O daughter, consider and give ear: Forget your people and your father's house.
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- The king is enthralled by your beauty; honor him, for he is your lord.
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- The Daughter of Tyre will come with a gift, [2] men of wealth will seek your favor.
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- All glorious is the princess within [her chamber]; her gown is interwoven with gold.
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- In embroidered garments she is led to the king; her virgin companions follow her and are brought to you.
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- They are led in with joy and gladness; they enter the palace of the king.
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- Your sons will take the place of your fathers; you will make them princes throughout the land.
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- I will perpetuate your memory through all generations; therefore the nations will praise you for ever and ever.
- [Title: Probably a literary or musical term
- [12] Or A Tyrian robe is among the gifts