Read Psalm 45.
The songwriter is literally "bubbling over" with
excitement and he cannot wait to tell about it.
This psalm anticipates a royal wedding.
The Groom. (vv.2-9)
In American culture the attention at weddings is on the bride. In eastern tradition, all eyes are on the
groom. How handsome he is! How blessed by God he is! He is a mighty warrior, motivated by truth,
humility and what is right. He is
referred to as God. In the historical
context, those in ultimate authority were to serve in God's stead. They were to rule and make judgments as God's
representatives on earth. In several
places human judges and kings are referred to as God (Elohim); see Exodus
21:6. And, this "God" has a
God in heaven who has appointed him to this position of king (v.7).
The Bride. (vv.10-15)
She is beautiful and told to leave her father's house to
become the desire of her husband. Bowing
and submitting corresponds to Ephesians 5:22.
The young woman is colorfully dressed, wearing gold jewelry. It is a joyous occasion.
The Future. (16-17)
They look forward to a large family that will carry on the
royal dynasty in praise "forever."
In Samuel 7, the Lord made such a promise to David.
But the Bible does not stop there. Jesus was born in the royal line of David and
has a right to the throne of Israel
Get ready for the wedding!
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