Psalms Chapter 45 (NIV)
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Psalm 45For 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 themeas 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 menand 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 victoriouslyin 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 companionsby 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 ivorythe 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,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 herand 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.
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