This chapter is a pretty massive departure. The 45th Psalm appears (at least on the surface) to be a tribute to a bridegroom and his bride. Perhaps this is about David, and a bride he took from Tyre. Tyre is mentioned in this Psalm, and Both David and Solomon had close ties with that nation. The first half is addressed to the bridegroom, describing his characteristics, while the second half is more about the bride.
Consider the deep respect and reverence for the bridegroom. The most excellent man. One most excellent man. Lips anointed with grace. While the third verse talks about the sword, it is interesting that instead of military conquest and on behalf of violence, the fourth verse talks about the conquering doing so on behalf of truth, humility and righteousness. Not exactly something that strikes fear in the hearts of enemies. Especially considering David's militaristic reign and reputation. But then I see the section about the arrows piercing the heart. Is that the physical heart though?
The bride is called upon to leave behind her way of life to join and become one with her groom. And that would be sad for me, tough for me to do. How could I leave behind what I love, what I know? The king is enthralled by the beauty he sees in the bride. This bride is someone the king very much wants to be with, very much wants to love. And it's a joyous wedding! Two people will become one, and they will love each other.
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