1 With my heart fluttering with good words I recite my verses in honor of the king; let my tongue be like the pen of a skilled writer.
2 Thou art the greatest of men; grace has been poured into your lips, since God has blessed you forever.
3 Fasten your sword to your waist, O mighty one! Cover yourself with splendor and majesty.
4 In your majesty ride victoriously for truth, mercy and justice; may your right hand perform glorious deeds.
5 Your sharp arrows strike the heart of the king's enemies; under your feet nations fall.
6 Your throne, O God, is for ever and ever; scepter of righteousness is the scepter of your kingdom.
7 You love righteousness and hate iniquity; therefore God, your God, chose you from among your companions, anointing you with the oil of gladness.
8 All your garments smell like myrrh, aloes, and cassia; in the ivory-decked palaces the stringed instruments that make you glad resound.
9 Daughters of kings are among the women of your court; on your right is the royal bride decked with pure gold from Ophir.
10 Hear, O daughter, consider and incline your ear: Forget your people and your father's house.
11 The king was captivated by her beauty; honor him, for he is your lord.
12 The city of Tire will bring its gifts; your wealthiest residents will seek your favor.
13 The princess is full of splendor in her chambers, dressed in gold.
14 In embroidered clothes she is brought to the king, accompanied by a procession of virgins; are brought before you.
15 With joy and exultation they are brought to the king's palace.
16 Your children shall occupy the throne of your fathers; you shall make them princes throughout the earth.
17 I will perpetuate your remembrance through all generations; therefore the nations will praise you forever and ever.