1Psalm 45 For the director of music. To the tune of “Lilies.” Of the Sons of Korah. A maskil. A wedding song. 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.
2You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you forever.
3Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one; clothe yourself with splendor and majesty.
4In your majesty ride forth victoriously in behalf of truth, humility and righteousness; let your right hand display awesome deeds.
5Let your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of the king’s enemies; let the nations fall beneath your feet.
6Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom.
7You love righteousness and hate wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy.
8All your robes are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces adorned with ivory the music of the strings makes you glad.
9Daughters of kings are among your honored women; at your right hand is the royal bride in gold of Ophir.
10Listen, O daughter, consider and give ear: Forget your people and your father’s house.
11The king is enthralled by your beauty; honor him, for he is your lord.
12The Daughter of Tyre will come with a gift, men of wealth will seek your favor.
13All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold.
14In embroidered garments she is led to the king; her virgin companions follow her and are brought to you.
15They are led in with joy and gladness; they enter the palace of the king.
16Your sons will take the place of your fathers; you will make them princes throughout the land.
17I will perpetuate your memory through all generations; therefore the nations will praise you for ever and ever.