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I

My heart is stirred by a noble theme,
    as I sing my ode to the king.
    My tongue is the pen of a nimble scribe.

II

You are the most handsome of men;
    fair speech has graced your lips,
    for God has blessed you forever.(A)
Gird your sword upon your hip, mighty warrior!
    In splendor and majesty ride on triumphant!(B)

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You are the most excellent of men
    and your lips have been anointed with grace,(A)
    since God has blessed you forever.(B)

Gird your sword(C) on your side, you mighty one;(D)
    clothe yourself with splendor and majesty.(E)
In your majesty ride forth victoriously(F)
    in the cause of truth, humility and justice;(G)
    let your right hand(H) achieve awesome deeds.(I)

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