Psalms 45:4

Andin thy majesty The single word of the original is an exact repetition of the last word of Psalms 45:3. Such repetitions are a common poetical figure; but the construction is harsh, the prep. innot being expressed; the word is omitted by the Syr. (probably) and Jer. (ed. Lagarde); and may be due to an early error of transcription. The consonants are recognised by the LXX, but differently vocalised and rendered, and bend[thy bow]. This rendering however involves a doubtful ellipse, and the mention of the bow is hardly in place here.

ride prosperously Ride on victoriously, on warhorse or in chariot, forcing a way irresistibly through the ranks of the enemy.

because of truth Better, in the cause of truth: in defence and furtherance of virtues which are trampled under foot in evil times and under bad rulers. (Isaiah 59:14-15). Truth and righteousness are the constant attributes of the true king: meekness is the characteristic of the true people of God; and it is the king's work to see that the meek have justice done them. Cp. Isaiah 11:1-5; Isaiah 29:19; Zephaniah 2:3; Psalms 37:11; Psalms 76:9; &c.

shall teach thee Or, and let thy right hand teach thee terrible things, an epithet applied to the marvellous works of God for His people, inspiring them with a holy awe, and their foes with a panic terror (Deu 10:21; 2 Samuel 7:23; Isaiah 64:3; Psalms 65:5; Psalms 106:22; Psalms 145:6). By a bold figure the king's right hand, i. e. his strength and courage, is said to teach or shew him terrible things, as his success in battle reveals the divine energy with which he has been endowed.