Contemporary English Version Anglicised

Psalms 45:1-12 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

1. My thoughts are filledwith beautiful wordsfor the king,and I will use my voiceas a writer would usepen and ink.

2. No one is as handsome as you!Your words are always kind.That is why Godwill always bless you.

3. Mighty king, glorious ruler,strap on your sword

4. and ride out in splendour!Win victories for truthand mercy and justice.Do fearsome thingswith your powerful arm.

5. Send your sharp arrowsthrough enemy heartsand make all nations fallat your feet.

6. You are God, and you will rulefor ever as king.Your royal powerbrings about justice.

7. You love justice and hate evil.And so, your God chose youand made you happierthan any of your friends.

8. The sweet aroma of the spicesmyrrh, aloes, and cassia,covers your royal robes.You enjoy the music of harpsin palaces decoratedwith ivory.

9. Daughters of kings are here,and your bride standsat your right side,wearing a wedding gowntrimmed with pure gold.

10. Bride of the king,listen carefully to me.Forget your own peopleand your father's family.

11. The king is your husband,so do what he desires.

12. All the richest peoplefrom the city of Tyrewill try to influence you