For the director of music. To the tune of "Lilies."
Of the Sons of Korah. A maskil.
A wedding song.
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 wicked ness;
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.
12
The Daughter of Tyre will come with a gift, men of wealth will seek your favor.
13
All glorious is the princess within her chamber; her gown is interwoven with gold.
14
In embroidered garments she is led to the king;
her virgin companions follow her and are brought to you.
15
They are led in with joy and gladness; they enter the palace of the king.
16
Your sons will take the place of your fathers;
you will make them princes throughout the land.
17
I will perpetuate your memory through all generations;
therefore the nations will praise you for ever and ever.
