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Psalms, 45

1. [For the choirmaster Tune: 'Lilies . . .' Of the sons of Korah Poem Love song] My heart is stirred by a noble theme, I address my poem to the king, my tongue the pen of an expert scribe.

1. <To the chief Musician upon Shoshannim, for the sons of Korah, Maschil, A Song of loves.> My heart is inditing a good matter: I speak of the things which I have made touching the king: my tongue [is] the pen of a ready writer.

2. Of all men you are the most handsome, gracefulness is a dew upon your lips, for God has blessed you for ever.

2. Thou art fairer than the children of men: grace is poured into thy lips: therefore God hath blessed thee for ever.

3. Warrior, strap your sword at your side, in your majesty and splendour advance,

3. Gird thy sword upon [thy] thigh, O [most] mighty, with thy glory and thy majesty.

4. ride on in the cause of truth, gentleness and uprightness. Stretch the bowstring tight, lending terror to your right hand.

4. And in thy majesty ride prosperously because of truth and meekness [and] righteousness; and thy right hand shall teach thee terrible things.

5. Your arrows are sharp, nations lie at your mercy, the king's enemies lose heart.

5. Thine arrows [are] sharp in the heart of the king's enemies; [whereby] the people fall under thee.

6. Your throne is from God, for ever and ever, the sceptre of your kingship a sceptre of justice,

6. Thy throne, O God, [is] for ever and ever: the sceptre of thy kingdom [is] a right sceptre.

7. you love uprightness and detest evil. This is why God, your God, has anointed you with oil of gladness, as none of your rivals,

7. Thou lovest righteousness, and hatest wickedness: therefore God, thy God, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows.

8. your robes all myrrh and aloes. From palaces of ivory, harps bring you joy,

8. All thy garments [smell] of myrrh, and aloes, [and] cassia, out of the ivory palaces, whereby they have made thee glad.

9. in your retinue are daughters of kings, the consort at your right hand in gold of Ophir.

9. Kings' daughters [were] among thy honourable women: upon thy right hand did stand the queen in gold of Ophir.

10. Listen, my daughter, attend to my words and hear; forget your own nation and your ancestral home,

10. Hearken, O daughter, and consider, and incline thine ear; forget also thine own people, and thy father's house;

11. then the king will fall in love with your beauty; he is your lord, bow down before him.

11. So shall the king greatly desire thy beauty: for he [is] thy Lord; and worship thou him.

12. The daughter of Tyre will court your favour with gifts, and the richest of peoples

12. And the daughter of Tyre [shall be there] with a gift; [even] the rich among the people shall intreat thy favour.

13. with jewels set in gold. Clothed

13. The king's daughter [is] all glorious within: her clothing [is] of wrought gold.

14. in brocade, the king's daughter is led within to the king with the maidens of her retinue; her companions are brought to her,

14. She shall be brought unto the king in raiment of needlework: the virgins her companions that follow her shall be brought unto thee.

15. they enter the king's palace with joy and rejoicing.

15. With gladness and rejoicing shall they be brought: they shall enter into the king's palace.

16. Instead of your ancestors you will have sons; you will make them rulers over the whole world.

16. Instead of thy fathers shall be thy children, whom thou mayest make princes in all the earth.

17. I will make your name endure from generation to generation, so nations will sing your praise for ever and ever.

17. I will make thy name to be remembered in all generations: therefore shall the people praise thee for ever and ever.



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45:1-2 - The psalmist expresses the greatness of the king, whose words are gracious and powerful. This portrait of the king reflects God's majesty, emphasizing the importance of eloquence and wisdom in authority (see also Proverbs 16:21 and James 1:19).

45:3-5 - The king is compared to a mighty warrior, armed with a sword and surrounded by majesty. This symbolizes victory and divine justice, reflecting the Messiah's role as conqueror and defender of the people (see also Isaiah 11:4 and Revelation 19:11-16).

45:6-7 - The affirmation of the eternity of the king's throne is a reference to the messianic promise. The king's anointing is a mark of his divine appointment, indicating that his rule is just and full of equity (see also Hebrews 1:8-9 and Psalm 2:7-8).

45:8-9 - The description of the king's opulence and glory is a metaphor for the beauty and richness of God's kingdom. The psalmist emphasizes the importance of joy and celebration in the lives of God's people (see also Psalm 100:1-2 and Philippians 4:4).

45:10-17 - The psalmist advises the queen to leave her people and follow the king, symbolizing the covenant between God and His people. This passage reflects the call to holiness and dedication to God, pointing to the union between Christ and the church (see also Ephesians 5:25-27 and Revelation 21:2).

Versi relativi a Psalms, 45:

Psalm 45, of the sons of Korah, celebrates a royal wedding. How does this poem point to the Messiah? This "love song" exalts the qualities of the king, his bride and his reign. Rich in poetic language, the composition describes the majesty and justice of the monarch. Interpreted messianically, the psalm prefigures Christ and his Church. The text addresses themes of royalty, beauty and divine alliance. Psalm 45 offers a glorious vision of the Kingdom of God. Contemplate with us five biblical passages that expand the majestic themes of this wedding psalm.

Hebrews 1:8-9: "But concerning the Son he says: 'Your throne, O God, endures forever and ever; scepter of equity is the scepter of your Kingdom. You loved righteousness and hated iniquity; Therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness more than your companions.'" - The author of Hebrews directly quotes Psalm 45:6-7, applying it to Jesus as the divine Messiah.

Revelation 19:7-8: "Let us rejoice! Let us rejoice and give Him glory! For the time has come for the marriage of the Lamb, and his bride has already made herself ready. She was given fine linen to wear, bright and clean. The fine linen is the righteous deeds of the saints." - This passage echoes the nuptial imagery present in Psalms 45, applying it to the church as the bride of Christ.

Ephesians 5:25-27: "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to sanctify her, cleansing her by the washing of water through the word, and to present her to himself as a glorious church, without stain or stain. wrinkle or the like, but holy and blameless." - Paul uses the metaphor of marriage, similar to Psalm 45, to describe the relationship between Christ and the church.

Isaiah 61:1: "The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He sent me to care for the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to captives and release from darkness to prisoners." - This verse reflects the theme of royal anointing present in Psalm 45:7.

Song 1:3: "The fragrance of your perfumes is pleasant; your name is like spilled perfume. No wonder young girls love you!" - This verse from the Song of Songs echoes the poetic and romantic language used in Psalm 45 to describe the king.

FAQ:

What does the psalmist say about the king in Psalm 45?

The psalmist describes the king as a majestic and graceful figure, highlighting his justice and character as an ideal ruler. (Psalm 45:1-2)

How does the psalmist describe the queen in Psalm 45?

The queen is described as having beauty and honor, being called to join the king in his glory and grandeur, symbolizing harmony in the kingdom. (Psalm 45:9-10)

What does the psalmist say about the king's reign?

The king's reign is eternal and righteous, based on his faithfulness to God. His throne will last forever, and he will rule with righteousness. (Psalm 45:6-7)

How does the psalmist express his trust in the king?

The psalmist trusts in the king as God's chosen one, affirming that he will be victorious over his enemies and will reign wisely. (Psalm 45:4-5)

How does the psalm end?

The psalm concludes with a promise of honor for the king and queen, and an acknowledgment that the king's descendants will be blessed. (Psalm 45:16-17)


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