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[For the director of music. To [the tune of] "Lilies". Of the Sons of Korah. A maskil. A wedding song.] My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses for the king; my tongue is the pen of a skilful writer. |
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You are the most excellent of men and your lips have been anointed with grace, since God has blessed you for ever. |
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3
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Gird your sword upon your side, O mighty one; clothe yourself with splendour and majesty. |
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In your majesty ride forth victoriously on behalf of truth, humility and righteousness; let your right hand display awesome deeds. |
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5
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Let your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of the king's enemies; let the nations fall beneath your feet. |
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6
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Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a sceptre of justice will be the sceptre of your kingdom. |
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You love righteousness and hate wickedness; therefore God, your God, has set you above your companions by anointing you with the oil of joy. |
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8
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All your robes are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces adorned with ivory the music of the strings makes you glad. |
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Daughters of kings are among your honoured women; at your right hand is the royal bride in gold of Ophir. |
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10
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Listen, O daughter, consider and give ear: Forget your people and your father's house. |
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11
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The king is enthralled by your beauty; honour him, for he is your lord. |
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12
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The Daughter of Tyre will come with a gift, men of wealth will seek your favour. |
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13
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All glorious is the princess within [her chamber]; her gown is interwoven with gold. |
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14
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In embroidered garments she is led to the king; her virgin companions follow her and are brought to you. |
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They are led in with joy and gladness; they enter the palace of the king. |
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Your sons will take the place of your fathers; you will make them princes throughout the land. |
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I will perpetuate your memory through all generations; therefore the nations will praise you for ever and ever. |
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