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Psalm 45

 

1 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.

 

2 You are the most excellent of men

and your lips have been anointed with grace,

since God has blessed you forever.

 

3 Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one;

clothe yourself with splendor and majesty.

 

4 In your majesty ride forth victoriously

in behalf of truth, humility and righteousness;

let your right hand display awesome deeds.

 

5 Let your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of the king's enemies;

let the nations fall beneath your feet.

 

6 Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever;

a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom.

 

7 You love righteousness and hate wickedness;

therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions

by anointing you with the oil of joy.

 

8 All your robes are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia;

from palaces adorned with ivory

the music of the strings makes you glad.

 

9 Daughters of kings are among your honored women;

at your right hand is the royal bride in gold of Ophir.

 

10 Listen, O daughter, consider and give ear:

Forget your people and your father's house.

 

11 The king is enthralled by your beauty;

honor him, for he is your lord.

Done