Thematic Bible




Psalm 45:1 (show verse)

For the music director; according to the tune of "Lilies;" by the Korahites, a well-written poem, a love song. My heart is stirred by a beautiful song. I say, "I have composed this special song for the king; my tongue is as skilled as the stylus of an experienced scribe."

Psalm 45:2 (show verse)

You are the most handsome of all men! You speak in an impressive and fitting manner! For this reason God grants you continual blessings.

Psalm 45:3 (show verse)

Strap your sword to your thigh, O warrior! Appear in your majestic splendor!

Psalm 45:4 (show verse)

Appear in your majesty and be victorious! Ride forth for the sake of what is right, on behalf of justice! Then your right hand will accomplish mighty acts!

Psalm 45:5 (show verse)

Your arrows are sharp and penetrate the hearts of the king's enemies. Nations fall at your feet.

Psalm 45:6 (show verse)

Your throne, O God, is permanent. The scepter of your kingdom is a scepter of justice.

Psalm 45:7 (show verse)

You love justice and hate evil. For this reason God, your God has anointed you with the oil of joy, elevating you above your companions.

Psalm 45:8 (show verse)

All your garments are perfumed with myrrh, aloes, and cassia. From the luxurious palaces comes the music of stringed instruments that makes you happy.

Psalm 45:9 (show verse)

Princesses are among your honored guests, your bride stands at your right hand, wearing jewelry made with gold from Ophir.

Psalm 45:10 (show verse)

Listen, O princess! Observe and pay attention! Forget your homeland and your family!

Psalm 45:11 (show verse)

Then the king will be attracted by your beauty. After all, he is your master! Submit to him!

Psalm 45:12 (show verse)

Rich people from Tyre will seek your favor by bringing a gift.

Psalm 45:13 (show verse)

The princess looks absolutely magnificent, decked out in pearls and clothed in a brocade trimmed with gold.

Psalm 45:14 (show verse)

In embroidered robes she is escorted to the king. Her attendants, the maidens of honor who follow her, are led before you.

Psalm 45:15 (show verse)

They are bubbling with joy as they walk in procession and enter the royal palace.

Psalm 45:16 (show verse)

Your sons will carry on the dynasty of your ancestors; you will make them princes throughout the land.

Psalm 45:17 (show verse)

I will proclaim your greatness through the coming years, then the nations will praise you forever.