Fairer Than the Sons of Men

This lesson explores how Psalm 45:2 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Psalm 45:2

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

New Testament

Hebrews 1:8

But about the Son he says, "Your throne, O God, will last for ever and ever; a scepter of justice will be the scepter of your kingdom."

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Alfred Edersheim

The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX

Targum: Thy beauty O King Messiah surpasses that of human children

Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which New Testament passage fulfills this prophecy in this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The Old Testament prophecy for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

Psalm 45 praises the king as most excellent, anointed with grace. Hebrews applies this directly to Jesus — the Son whose throne is eternal and whose kingdom is ruled by justice.

Reflection

Lord Jesus, as I study Fairer Than the Sons of Men, anchor my identity in You, the promised King revealed from Psalm 45:2 to Hebrews 1:8.