Psalms 45:3
Psalms 45:3 in Multiple Translations
Strap your sword at your side, O mighty warrior; appear in your majesty and splendor.
Gird thy sword upon thy thigh, O most mighty, with thy glory and thy majesty.
Gird thy sword upon thy thigh, O mighty one, Thy glory and thy majesty.
Put on your sword, make it ready at your side, O strong chief, with your glory and power.
Strap on your sword, mighty warrior, stride out in glory and majesty!
Gird thy sword vpon thy thigh, O most mightie, to wit, thy worship and thy glory,
Gird Thy sword upon the thigh, O mighty, Thy glory and Thy majesty!
Strap your sword on your thigh, O mighty one, in your splendor and your majesty.
Gird thy sword upon thy thigh, O most mighty, with thy glory and thy majesty.
Therefore we will not fear, when the earth shall be troubled; and the mountains shall be removed into the heart of the sea.
You who are a mighty warrior, put on your sword! You are glorious and majestic.
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Psalms 45:3 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יָפְיָפִ֡יתָ
מִ/בְּנֵ֬י
אָדָ֗ם
ה֣וּצַק
חֵ֭ן
בְּ/שְׂפְתוֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
עַל
כֵּ֤ן
בֵּֽרַכְ/ךָ֖
אֱלֹהִ֣ים
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
יָפְיָפִ֡יתָ
yâphâh
H3302
be beautiful
V-j-Perf-2ms
מִ/בְּנֵ֬י
bên
H1121
son
Prep | N-mp
אָדָ֗ם
ʼâdâm
H120
the man (Adam)
N-ms
ה֣וּצַק
yâtsaq
H3332
to pour
V-Hophal-Perf-3ms
חֵ֭ן
chên
H2580
favor
N-ms
בְּ/שְׂפְתוֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
sâphâh
H8193
lips
Prep | N-fp | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
כֵּ֤ן
kên
H3651
right
Part
בֵּֽרַכְ/ךָ֖
bârak
H1288
to bless
V-Piel-Perf-3ms | Suff
אֱלֹהִ֣ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
God
N-mp
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
forever
Prep | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 45:3
יָפְיָפִ֡יתָ
yâphâh
H3302
"be beautiful"
V-j-Perf-2ms
To be beautiful in the Bible means to be bright and handsome, as seen in the story of Esther, who was chosen for her beauty. The term is also used to describe the beauty of nature and the beauty of God's creation.
Definition: 1) to be bright, be beautiful, be handsome, be fair 1a) (Qal) to be beautiful 1b) (Piel) to beautify 1c) (Pual) to be beautiful 1d) (Hithpael) to beautify oneself
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: be beautiful, be (make self) fair(-r), deck. See also: Psalms 45:3; Jeremiah 4:30; Jeremiah 10:4.
מִ/בְּנֵ֬י
bên
H1121
"son"
Prep | N-mp
In the Bible, this word means a son or descendant, and can also refer to a grandson, nation, or quality. It appears in 1 Chronicles 24, describing a Levite named Beno. The word is used to show family relationships and inheritance.
Definition: : child/son
Usage: Occurs in 3653 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] afflicted, age, (Ahoh-) (Ammon-) (Hachmon-) (Lev-) ite, (anoint-) ed one, appointed to, ([phrase]) arrow, (Assyr-) (Babylon-) (Egypt-) (Grec-) ian, one born, bough, branch, breed, [phrase] (young) bullock, [phrase] (young) calf, [idiom] came up in, child, colt, [idiom] common, [idiom] corn, daughter, [idiom] of first, [phrase] firstborn, foal, [phrase] very fruitful, [phrase] postage, [idiom] in, [phrase] kid, [phrase] lamb, ([phrase]) man, meet, [phrase] mighty, [phrase] nephew, old, ([phrase]) people, [phrase] rebel, [phrase] robber, [idiom] servant born, [idiom] soldier, son, [phrase] spark, [phrase] steward, [phrase] stranger, [idiom] surely, them of, [phrase] tumultuous one, [phrase] valiant(-est), whelp, worthy, young (one), youth. See also: Genesis 3:16; Genesis 23:3; Genesis 34:18.
אָדָ֗ם
ʼâdâm
H120
"the man (Adam)"
N-ms
Adam was the first human, created by God and mentioned in Genesis 2:19, who married Eve and had sons including Cain, Abel, and Seth.
Definition: The first named man living at the time before the Flood, first mentioned at Gen.2.19; married to Eve (H2332); father of: Cain (H7014B), Abel (H1893) and Seth (H8352); also translated "man" at Gen.2.19,21,23; 3.8,9,20; 5.2; "mankind" at Deu.32.8; "others" at Job.31.33; Another spelling of a.dam (אָדָם "Adam" H0121) man, human being
Usage: Occurs in 526 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] another, [phrase] hypocrite, [phrase] common sort, [idiom] low, man (mean, of low degree), person. See also: Genesis 1:26; Judges 18:7; Psalms 8:5.
ה֣וּצַק
yâtsaq
H3332
"to pour"
V-Hophal-Perf-3ms
This verb means to pour something out, like liquid or metal, and can also imply making something firm or hard. It's used in books like Isaiah 44:3 and Jeremiah 10:14.
Definition: : pour 1) to pour, flow, cast, pour out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to pour, pour out 1a2) to cast 1a3) to flow 1b) (Hiphil) to pour, pour out 1c) (Hophal) 1c1) to be poured 1c2) cast, molten (participle) 1c3) being firmly established (participle)
Usage: Occurs in 49 OT verses. KJV: cast, cleave fast, be (as) firm, grow, be hard, lay out, molten, overflow, pour (out), run out, set down, stedfast. See also: Genesis 28:18; 1 Kings 7:24; Psalms 41:9.
חֵ֭ן
chên
H2580
"favor"
N-ms
This Hebrew word means showing kindness or favor to someone, like God's graciousness to humanity. It appears in the Bible as 'favor' or 'grace'.
Definition: 1) favour, grace, charm 1a) favour, grace, elegance 1b) favour, acceptance
Usage: Occurs in 67 OT verses. KJV: favour, grace(-ious), pleasant, precious, (well-) favoured. See also: Genesis 6:8; 1 Samuel 20:29; Psalms 45:3.
בְּ/שְׂפְתוֹתֶ֑י/ךָ
sâphâh
H8193
"lips"
Prep | N-fp | Suff
This word refers to lips or language, and can also mean the edge or border of something. It is used in the Bible to describe the shore of a sea or the edge of a cup.
Definition: : lips/mouth 1) lip, language, speech, shore, bank, brink, brim, side, edge, border, binding 1a) lip (as body part) 1b) language 1c) edge, shore, bank (of cup, sea, river, etc)
Usage: Occurs in 164 OT verses. KJV: band, bank, binding, border, brim, brink, edge, language, lip, prating, (sea-)shore, side, speech, talk, (vain) words. See also: Genesis 11:1; Psalms 120:2; Psalms 12:3.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
כֵּ֤ן
kên
H3651
"right"
Part
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means 'so' or 'thus', often used to show agreement or confirmation, like in the book of Genesis. It can also mean 'rightly' or 'justly', as in doing something the correct way. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: adv adj 1) right, just, honest, true, veritable 1a) right, just, honest 1b) correct 1c) true, veritable
Usage: Occurs in 737 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after that (this, -ward, -wards), as... as, [phrase] (for-) asmuch as yet, [phrase] be (for which) cause, [phrase] following, howbeit, in (the) like (manner, -wise), [idiom] the more, right, (even) so, state, straightway, such (thing), surely, [phrase] there (where) -fore, this, thus, true, well, [idiom] you. See also: Genesis 1:7; Exodus 37:19; Judges 7:17.
בֵּֽרַכְ/ךָ֖
bârak
H1288
"to bless"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms | Suff
To bless means to praise or honor God, often by kneeling in worship. In the Bible, people bless God and God blesses people, showing favor and care for them, as seen in the story of Abraham and his descendants.
Definition: 1) to bless, kneel 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to kneel 1a2) to bless 1b) (Niphal) to be blessed, bless oneself 1c) (Piel) to bless 1d) (Pual) to be blessed, be adored 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to kneel 1f) (Hithpael) to bless oneself 2) (TWOT) to praise, salute, curse Aramaic equivalent: be.rakh (בְּרַךְ "to bless" H1289)
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] abundantly, [idiom] altogether, [idiom] at all, blaspheme, bless, congratulate, curse, [idiom] greatly, [idiom] indeed, kneel (down), praise, salute, [idiom] still, thank. See also: Genesis 1:22; Deuteronomy 24:19; Job 2:9.
אֱלֹהִ֣ים
ʼĕlôhîym
H430
"God"
N-mp
The Hebrew word for God, elohim, refers to the one supreme God, and is sometimes used to show respect to judges or magistrates. It is also used to describe angels or mighty beings. This word is closely related to the name of the Lord, Yahweh, and is often translated as God or gods in the Bible.
Definition: This name means "gods" (plural intensive-singular meaning), "God" Another name of ye.ho.vah (יהוה "LORD" H3068G)
Usage: Occurs in 2246 OT verses. KJV: angels, [idiom] exceeding, God (gods) (-dess, -ly), [idiom] (very) great, judges, [idiom] mighty. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 22:12; Exodus 3:11.
לְ/עוֹלָֽם
ʻôwlâm
H5769
"forever"
Prep | N-ms
This word means forever or always, describing something that lasts an eternity. It is used in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature and his lasting promises.
Definition: : old/ancient 1) long duration, antiquity, futurity, for ever, ever, everlasting, evermore, perpetual, old, ancient, world 1a) ancient time, long time (of past) 1b) (of future) 1b1) for ever, always 1b2) continuous existence, perpetual 1b3) everlasting, indefinite or unending future, eternity
Usage: Occurs in 413 OT verses. KJV: alway(-s), ancient (time), any more, continuance, eternal, (for, (n-)) ever(-lasting, -more, of old), lasting, long (time), (of) old (time), perpetual, at any time, (beginning of the) world ([phrase] without end). Compare H5331 (נֶצַח), H5703 (עַד). See also: Genesis 3:22; 1 Kings 8:13; Psalms 5:12.
Study Notes — Psalms 45:3
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 45:3 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 45:3
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 45:3
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 45:3
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 45:3
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
- Sermons on Psalms 45:3
Context — My Heart Is Stirred by a Noble Theme
1My heart is stirred by a noble theme as I recite my verses to the king; my tongue is the pen of a skillful writer.
2You are the most handsome of men; grace has anointed your lips; therefore God has blessed you forever.
3Strap your sword at your side, O mighty warrior; appear in your majesty and splendor.
4In your splendor ride forth in victory on behalf of truth and humility and justice; may your right hand show your awesome deeds. 5Your arrows pierce the hearts of the king’s foes; the nations fall beneath your feet.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Hebrews 4:12 | For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it pierces even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow. It judges the thoughts and intentions of the heart. |
| 2 | Revelation 1:16 | He held in His right hand seven stars, and a sharp double-edged sword came from His mouth. His face was like the sun shining at its brightest. |
| 3 | Isaiah 49:2 | He made My mouth like a sharp sword; He hid Me in the shadow of His hand. He made Me like a polished arrow; He hid Me in His quiver. |
| 4 | Revelation 19:15 | And from His mouth proceeds a sharp sword with which to strike down the nations, and He will rule them with an iron scepter. He treads the winepress of the fury of the wrath of God the Almighty. |
| 5 | Psalms 96:6 | Splendor and majesty are before Him; strength and beauty fill His sanctuary. |
| 6 | Isaiah 63:1–6 | Who is this coming from Edom, from Bozrah with crimson-stained garments? Who is this robed in splendor, marching in the greatness of His strength? “It is I, proclaiming vindication, mighty to save.” Why are Your clothes red, and Your garments like one who treads the winepress? “I have trodden the winepress alone, and no one from the nations was with Me. I trampled them in My anger and trod them down in My fury; their blood spattered My garments, and all My clothes were stained. For the day of vengeance was in My heart, and the year of My redemption had come. I looked, but there was no one to help; I was appalled that no one assisted. So My arm brought Me salvation, and My own wrath upheld Me. I trampled the nations in My anger; in My wrath I made them drunk and poured out their blood on the ground.” |
| 7 | Psalms 21:5 | Great is his glory in Your salvation; You bestow on him splendor and majesty. |
| 8 | Romans 14:9 | For this reason Christ died and returned to life, that He might be the Lord of both the dead and the living. |
| 9 | Hebrews 1:3 | The Son is the radiance of God’s glory and the exact representation of His nature, upholding all things by His powerful word. After He had provided purification for sins, He sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high. |
| 10 | Jude 1:25 | to the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority through Jesus Christ our Lord before all time, and now, and for all eternity. Amen. |
Psalms 45:3 Summary
This verse is calling the King, who is likely a picture of Jesus Christ, to get ready for battle by putting on His sword. It's a reminder that our spiritual battles require us to be prepared with the right armor, as seen in Ephesians 6:10-18. The verse also talks about appearing in majesty and splendor, which means showing the world the glory and power of God. As believers, we can reflect God's majesty and splendor by living according to His word and trusting in His power, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to strap a sword at your side in Psalms 45:3?
In this context, strapping a sword at your side symbolizes preparation for spiritual battle, as seen in Ephesians 6:17, where believers are instructed to take up the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
Who is the mighty warrior in Psalms 45:3?
The mighty warrior is likely a reference to Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate King and Warrior, as described in Revelation 19:11-16, where He rides forth in victory and justice.
What is the significance of appearing in majesty and splendor?
Appearing in majesty and splendor refers to the manifestation of God's glory and power, as seen in Isaiah 40:5, where the glory of the Lord is revealed, and all humanity together will see it.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the Psalm?
This verse is part of a larger description of the King's majesty and splendor, emphasizing His role as a warrior and ruler, as seen in Psalms 45:4-5, where He rides forth in victory and His right hand shows His awesome deeds.
Reflection Questions
- What does it mean for me to 'strap on' the spiritual armor of God in my daily life, and how can I prepare for spiritual battles?
- How can I reflect the majesty and splendor of God in my own life, and what are some ways I can demonstrate His glory to those around me?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's power and majesty, rather than my own strength and abilities?
- How can I balance the idea of being a 'mighty warrior' with the call to humility and gentleness, as seen in other parts of Scripture, such as Matthew 5:5?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 45:3
Gird thy sword upon [thy] thigh, O [most] mighty,.... As Christ is, the mighty God, even the Almighty, and which appears by his works of creation and providence; by the redemption of his people; by
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 45:3
Gird thy sword upon thy thigh, O most mighty, with thy glory and thy majesty. Gird thy sword upon thy thigh, O (Most) Mighty - in order that thou mayest, by destroying thine enemies (cf.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
Gird thy sword upon thy thigh; either, 1. As an ensign of royal majesty. But that is usually and much better expressed in Scripture by putting a crown upon his head. Or rather, 2. As an instrument for war and battle, to smite his enemies, as it is declared, ,5. And the sword is here put synecdochically for all his arms, as it is in many other places, as appears from , where we read also of his arrows. And this sword of the Messias is nothing else but the word of God coming out of his mouth; which is fitly compared to a sword, as may appear from , which is elsewhere called the rod of his mouth, , and the rod of his power, . With thy glory and thy majesty; or, which is thy glory and thy majesty; or, magnificence or beauty; for these words are joined with the sword, by way of apposition; which sword or word is the great instrument of maintaining and propagating thy honour, and glory, and kingdom.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
Psalms 45:3 Gird thy sword upon [thy] thigh, O [most] mighty, with thy glory and thy majesty. Ver. 3. Gird thy sword upon thy thigh, O most mighty (O Heros).] This is one of Christ’ s titles, Isaiah 9:6, the giant, or the mighty strong God, the valiant champion of his Church. And his sword is the word of his mouth, Revelation 1:16 Hebrews 4:12 Isaiah 49:2. All the wars in the conquest of Canaan were types of the spiritual wars under the gospel, whereby the nations were subdued to the obedience of the faith, 2 Corinthians 10:4 Ephesians 6:11. Christ hath his sword then, a two-edged sword; and he is here called upon to gird it to his thigh (after the manner of those easterns, as we do our skins, hangers, wood-knives), that is, to take unto him his authority, and to exercise it for the conversion of his people and confusion of his enemies. Additur ei gladius quem non ostentet velut ειδωλον, sed quem etiam destringat: A sword he hath, not for show, but for service; whence it is added, "with tby glory and thy majesty."
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
(3) Gird thy sword . . . O most mighty.—Or, perhaps, Gird on thy sword in hero guise; or, Gird on thy hero’s sword. The object of the poet’s praise is as heroic in war as he is beautiful in person. With thy glory and thy majesty.—This adverbial use of the accusatives may be right, but it seems better to take them in apposition with sword. His weapon was the monarch’s glory and pride. Some commentators see here a reference to the custom of girding on the sword said to be still observed at the elevation to the throne of a Persian or Ottoman prince. But the next verse shows that we have rather an ideal picture of the royal bridegroom’s prowess in war.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
Verse 3. Gird thy sword upon thy thigh, O most mighty] This clause should be translated, O hero, gird thy sword upon thy thigh! This, I think, cannot be spoken of Solomon. He was not a warlike prince: he never did any feats of arms. It has been said he would have been a warrior, if he had had enemies; it might have been so: but the words more properly apply to Christ, who is King of kings, and Lord of lords; whose sword with two edges, proceeding from his mouth, cuts all his adversaries to pieces. With thy glory and thy majesty.] Be as war-like as thou art glorious and majestic. Solomon's court was splendid, and his person was majestic. These words may be well said of him. But the majesty and glory of Christ are above all: he is higher than all the kings of the earth; and has a name above every name; and at it every knee shall bend, and every tongue confess.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 45:3
3. Instead of praising the king’s strength and courage in the abstract, the Psalmist bids him use them in the cause of truth and right. O most mighty] O mighty hero. with thy glory and thy majesty] It is better to repeat the verb: (gird on) thy honour and thy majesty. Honour and majesty are Divine attributes, reflected in the person of the victorious King who is Jehovah’s representative. Cp. Psalms 96:6; Psalms 104:1; Psalms 145:5; with Psalms 21:5.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 45:3
Gird thy sword upon thy thigh - That is, Arm or prepare thyself for battle and conquest.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 45:3
3. Gird thy sword—He proceeds to describe the king as a conqueror. This has been supposed to be inapplicable to Solomon, whose reign was peaceful. 1 Kings 4:25.
Sermons on Psalms 45:3
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(Worship - Part 3): Worship the Lord in Glory and Meekness by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the fallen state of humanity and the loss of the vision of God's glory. He highlights that despite our fallen nature, God desired us because |
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Greater Works Than These by Raymond Golsworthy | Raymond Golsworthy preaches on the incredible promise in John 14:12 where Jesus tells ordinary believers that they will do greater works than He did, indicating a transition from p |
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Messiah's Victory Predicted and Desired. by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches on the psalmist's prayer for Jesus Christ, the great Captain of our salvation, to ride forth prosperously, armed with truth, meekness, and righteousness. The |
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Messiah's Victory Predicted and Desired by Edward Payson | Edward Payson preaches about the psalmist's prayer to Jesus Christ, the great Captain of our salvation, to ride forth prosperously with truth, meekness, and righteousness. The psal |
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"a.w. Tozer on Judgment" by Leonard Ravenhill | This sermon delves into the importance of examining our motives behind our actions, emphasizing that we will be judged not just for what we have done but for the reasons and motive |
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Free to Be Ourselves by Norman Grubb | In this sermon, the speaker discusses three areas of understanding in relation to God's fatherhood. The first area is replacing negative seeing with positive seeing and living by f |
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A Letter From the Devil by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal story about his father's struggles and how the devil tried to tempt him with thoughts of financial success. The preacher emphasizes t |