Psalm 45:1-7

Contemporary English Version

(A special psalm by the clan of Korah and for the music leader. To the tune “Lilies.” A love song.)

For a Royal Wedding

¹My thoughts are filled
with beautiful words
for the king,
and I will use my voice
as a writer would use
pen and ink.

²No one is as handsome as you!
    Your words are always kind.
That is why God
    will always bless you.
³Mighty king, glorious ruler,
strap on your sword
⁴    and ride out in splendor!
Win victories for truth
    and mercy and justice.
Do fearsome things
    with your powerful arm.
⁵Send your sharp arrows
    through enemy hearts
and make all nations fall
    at your feet.

⁶^(A) You are God, and you will rule
    forever as king.^[a]
Your royal power
    brings about justice.
⁷You love justice and hate evil.
    And so, your God chose you
and made you happier
    than any of your friends.