[1] Beautiful thoughts fill my mind as I speak these lines for the king. These words come from my tongue as from the pen of a skilled writer. [2] You are more handsome than anyone, and you say such pleasant things. So God will always bless you. [3] Put on your sword, mighty warrior, so impressive in your splendid uniform. [4] Go out in your greatness to win the victory for what is true and right. Let us see the amazing things you can do with your powerful right arm. [5] Your sharp arrows will go deep into the hearts of your enemies, who will fall to the ground in front of you. [6] God, your kingdom will last forever. You use your authority for justice. [7] You love what is right and hate what is wrong. So God, your God, chose you to be king, giving you more joy and honor than anyone like you. [8] From your clothes comes the wonderful smell of myrrh, aloes, and cassia. In palaces decorated with ivory, you enjoy the music of stringed instruments. [9] Here are ladies of honor, daughters of kings. Your bride stands at your right side, wearing a gown decorated with the finest gold. [10] My lady, listen to me. Listen carefully and understand me. Forget your people and your father's family, [11] so that the king will be pleased with your beauty. He will be your new husband, so you must honor him. [12] People from Tyre will bring you gifts. Their richest people will try to win your friendship. [13] The princess is so beautiful in her gown, like a pearl set in gold. [14] Clothed in beauty, she is led to the king, followed by her bridesmaids. [15] Filled with joy and excitement, they enter into the king's palace. [16] Your sons will be kings like their ancestors. You will make them rulers throughout the land. [17] You will be famous for generations. People will praise you forever and ever.
