1. My heart is stirred by a noble themeas I recite my verses for the king;my tongue is the pen of a skilful writer.
2. You are the most excellent of menand your lips have been anointed with grace,since God has blessed you for ever.
3. Gird your sword on your side, you mighty one;clothe yourself with splendour and majesty.
4. In your majesty ride forth victoriouslyin the cause of truth, humility and justice;let your right hand achieve awesome deeds.
5. Let your sharp arrows pierce the hearts of the king’s enemies;let the nations fall beneath your feet.
6. Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever;a sceptre of justice will be the sceptre of your kingdom.
7. You love righteousness and hate wickedness;therefore God, your God, has set you above your companionsby anointing you with the oil of joy.