Psalm 45 is a wedding song celebrating the marriage of the king and a princess. Like most marriages at the time, royal marriages were defined by political or economic practicalities rather than romance. Within the joyous poem there is an acknowledgment of the young bride’s sorrow over leaving her country and family. Without empathy the psalmist tells her to, “Forget your people and your father’s house,” and he reminds the bride that her future children will be princes and kings. Apparently, this promise of royal progeny is sufficient reimbursement for what the young woman is sacrificing.
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Psalm 45: Pressing On
Psalm 45: Pressing On
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With God Daily is a digital devotional for those seeking a smart, integrated faith. Drawing from Skye’s decades of studying and teaching Scripture, as well as his interests in history, art, film, science, philosophy, and current events, his daily reflections are combined with historic prayers of the Church to deepen your communion with God and transform how you see the world.
With God Daily is a digital devotional for those seeking a smart, integrated faith. Drawing from Skye’s decades of studying and teaching Scripture, as well as his interests in history, art, film, science, philosophy, and current events, his daily reflections are combined with historic prayers of the Church to deepen your communion with God and transform how you see the world.
