A Royal Wedding Song
For the choir director: according to “The Lilies.” Possibly a tune; Pss 60; 69; 80 A Maskil of the sons of Korah. A love song.
1My heart is moved by a noble theme
as I recite my verses to the king;
my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer. Ezr 7:6
2You are the most handsome of men;
grace flows from your lips. Lk 4:22
Therefore God has blessed you forever. Ps 21:6
3Mighty warrior, strap your sword at your side.
In your majesty and splendor Is 49:2; Rv 1:16; 19:15 —
4in your splendor ride triumphantly
in the cause of truth, humility, and justice.
May your right hand show your awe-inspiring acts. Ps 65:5; 98:1
5Your arrows pierce the hearts of the king’s enemies;
the peoples fall under you. Dt 23:14; Ps 18:14
the scepter of Your Or your kingdom is a scepter of justice. Ps 93:2
7You love righteousness and hate wickedness; Ps 33:5
therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of joy
more than your companions.
8Myrrh, aloes, and cassia perfume all your garments;
from ivory palaces harps bring you joy. Sg 4:14; Jn 19:39
9Kings’ daughters are among your honored women; Sg 6:8
the queen, adorned with gold from Ophir,
stands at your right hand. 1Kg 9:28; 10:11
10Listen, daughter, pay attention and consider:
forget your people and your father’s house, Ru 1:16-17
11and the king will desire your beauty.
Bow down to him, for he is your lord. Eph 5:33
12The daughter of Tyre, the wealthy people,
will seek your favor with gifts. Ps 68:29; 72:10-11; Is 49:23
13In her chamber, the royal daughter is all glorious,
her clothing embroidered with gold. Ex 39:2-3; Rv 19:7-8
14In colorful garments she is led to the king;
after her, the virgins, her companions, are brought to you. Ezk 16:18; 26:16
15They are led in with gladness and rejoicing;
they enter the king’s palace. Jr 22:4
16Your sons will succeed your ancestors;
you will make them princes throughout the land. 1Pt 2:9; Rv 1:6; 5:10
17I will cause your name to be remembered for all generations;
therefore the peoples will praise you forever and ever. Mal 1:11
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