Psalm 45:11

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 45:10-17

This latter part of the psalm is addressed to the royal bride, standing on the right hand of the royal bridegroom. God, who said to the Son, Thy throne is for ever and ever, says this to the church, which, upon the account of her espousals to the Son, he here calls his daughter. I. He tells her of the duties expected from her, which ought to be considered by all those that come into relation to the Lord Jesus: ?Hearken, therefore, and consider this, and incline thy ear, that is, submit to... read more

John Gill

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 45:11

So shall the King greatly desire thy beauty ,.... Which lies in the comeliness or righteousness of Christ put upon her; in the holiness of Christ reckoned to her; in being washed from all sin in the blood of Christ; in the graces of the Spirit being implanted in her, in which the beauty of holiness lies; in the salvation she is interested in, and beautified with; in enjoying the order and ordinance of Christ's house, and in having the presence of God and Christ with her: and this beauty is... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 45:1-17

The psalm consists of two main portions—an address to the bridegroom in eight verses ( Psalms 45:2-9 ), and an address to the bride in six ( Psalms 45:10-15 ); with an introduction and a conclusion, the latter comprised in two verses, the former in one verse only. Title of the psalm. The psalm has an unusually long and complicated title. First, it is addressed, like so many others, to the precentor, or chief musician, the head of the tabernacle choir. Next, it is said to be "upon... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 45:1-17

The glories of the eternal King. This psalm is one of those which set forth in glowing terms the glory and majesty of the King of kings, the Anointed One, who should come into the world. "It is a psalm of the theocratic kingdom, the marriage song of the King." £ It is a song of the highest order, which, according to its title, was for the chief musician; set to "Shoshannim," a word which, we are told in the margin (Revised Version), means "lilies." This, however, does not throw much... read more

Spence, H. D. M., etc.

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 45:11

So shall the King greatly desire thy beauty . Devotion to her Lord will win her his tender regard, and make her other charms and graces please and delight him. For he is thy Lord ; i.e. thy Lord and Master, entitled to thy utmost love and obedience, nay, to thy "worship "—therefore, Worship thou him. Worship, in a certain sense, is due from every wife to every husband; but the Church's worship of Christ is worship in the absolutely highest sense ( Revelation 5:6-14 ). read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 45:11

So shall the king greatly desire thy beauty - That is, in consequence of your love to him, and your entire devotion of yourself to him. The word “desire” here is equivalent to having pleasure in; as meaning that his affliction would thus be fixed on her. In this way - by forgetting her own home, and devoting herself to him - she would secure his affection. In the married life, mere “beauty” will not secure permanently the love of a husband. The heart, as given to him, and as faithful to him,... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 45:11

Psalms 45:11. So shall the king greatly desire thy beauty So shalt thou be amiable in the eyes of thy husband, and truly acceptable and dear to him, who, having purchased and betrothed thee to himself, justly requires thy whole heart, thy undivided love; and his affection, and the complacency which he will take in thee, will abundantly recompense thee for the loss of thy father’s house. For he is thy Lord As he is thy husband, and also as he is thy King and God, he is thy Lord, and... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 45:1-17

Psalms 45:0 A royal wedding songThis song was written to be sung at the wedding of some Israelite king. The anticipation of such an occasion causes the writer’s heart to overflow with joy (1).First the writer addresses his comments to the king. Handsome in appearance, gracious in speech and strong in purpose, this one has been supremely blessed by God to fight for truth and justice (2-5). Since he is God’s representative, the king will have an enduring kingdom. Since he fights for all that is... read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Psalms 45:11

"So will the king desire thy beauty;For he is thy lord, and reverence thou him.""Reverence thou him." The meaning here is "bow down before him," "worship him," "adore him." "He is thy lord." Certainly, Leupold was correct in his opinion that, "This profitable lesson the church of the Old Testament needed as much as the church of the New Testament needs it now. It is always the first requirement of the Church."[21]"So will the king desire your beauty." Addis found what he thought to be a... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Psalms 45:10-12

Psalms 45:10-12. Hearken, O daughter, &c.— The prophet here addresses himself to the bride, that is, the church, Psalms 45:13. Thine own people, and thy father's house, means, "the religion of the country in which thou wast educated, whether Gentile or Jewish." See Luke 19:26.; Ephesians 5:31-32. "Thus shalt thou be amiable in the eyes of Christ, as being a glorious church, not having spot or wrinkle, or any such thing." The version of the Liturgy of the Church of England adds the word... read more

Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Psalms 45:10-17

John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Psalms 45:11

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 45:1-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 45:1-17

The Pulpit Commentary - Psalms 45:11

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 45:11

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 45:11

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 45:1-17

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Psalms 45:11

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Psalms 45:10-12

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