The Pulpit Commentary on Psalms 45:16

The Pulpit Commentary · Joseph S. Exell and contributors · Public domain

Instead of thy fathers shall be thy children. In conclusion, the psalmist once more addresses the bridegroom. "Instead of thy fathers" according to the flesh—the princes of the royal house of David'' thou shalt have children" sons still more conspicuous—apostles, martyrs, confessors—a glorious and goodly company.

Whom thou mayest make princes; i.e. rulers and governors of the Church—in all the earth.

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