Psalms 45:12

And the daughter of Tyre — i.e., Tyre itself and the Tyrians. (See Note Psalms 9:14.) Render,

The Tyrians with a gift entreat thy favour,
The rich ones of the people.

The objection that Tyre was never subject to Israel is not conclusive, since the gifts may be complimentary presents, such as Hiram sent to Solomon, not tribute. (See next Note.)

Entreat thy favour. — Literally, stroke thy face (comp. Job 11:19; Proverbs 19:6); or since the root-idea is one of polishing or making bright, we may render “makes thy face bright or joyful,” i.e., with pleasure at the splendid gifts.