Psalms 45:1-6

¹For the music director. To the tune “Lilies.” A psalm (maskil) of the sons of Korah. A love song. I am moved to write about this wonderful subject. Let me share what I have written for the king. What I say comes from the pen of a skilled author.

²You are more handsome than anyone else. You always speak graciously, for God has blessed you forever.

³Strap on your sword, mighty warrior, stride out in glory and majesty!

⁴In your majesty ride out to victory, in the defense of truth, humility, and right, because you are strong and act powerfully.

⁵Your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of your enemies; the nations fall under you.

⁶Your throne comes from God, and lasts forever and ever. The scepter with which you rule is a scepter of fairness.