Fairer Than The Children of Men

Fairer Than The Children of Men..

Thou art fairer than the children of men. — Psalms 45:2

This sublime verse from Psalm 45, a royal wedding psalm, paints a breathtaking picture of the King. While initially directed towards an earthly monarch, its true and ultimate fulfillment is found in Jesus Christ, the King of kings and Lord of lords.

The Hebrew word translated “fairer” (יָפְיָפִיתָ – yaphyaphiyta) suggests not merely superficial physical attractiveness, but a deep, inherent, and unparalleled beauty that encompasses moral excellence, grace, and perfection.

When the Psalmist declares the King “fairer than the children of men,” he is speaking of a beauty that transcends human standards. It’s a beauty rooted in:

Moral Perfection: Unlike any human, Christ lived a life utterly without sin. His every thought, word, and deed was in perfect alignment with God’s holy character. This righteousness is an intrinsic part of His beauty, making Him truly distinct from fallen humanity.

Gracious Speech: The verse continues, “grace is poured into thy lips.” His words were not just eloquent, but imbued with divine grace, truth, and life. He spoke with authority, compassion, and wisdom, drawing people to Himself and revealing the Father’s heart.

Unfailing Love: The greatest demonstration of His beauty is His sacrificial love. On the cross, He displayed a love so profound, so pure, and so self-giving that it outshines any human act of kindness. This love is the very essence of who He is.

Divine Majesty: As the Son of God, He possesses an inherent majesty and glory. Though veiled in human flesh during His earthly ministry, flashes of His divine splendor were seen, notably at the Transfiguration. His beauty is the radiance of God Himself.

In a world often captivated by outward appearance and fleeting trends, this verse calls us to behold a different kind of beauty—one that is eternal, perfect, and transformative. It is the beauty of holiness, grace, and truth embodied in Jesus Christ. To gaze upon Him is to be changed, to be drawn into His likeness.

How often do we truly pause to consider the unparalleled beauty of Christ’s character? Do we see Him as “fairer” than anything this world has to offer?

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the glorious revelation of Your Son, Jesus Christ. We confess that He is indeed “fairer than the children of men,” for in Him dwells all the fullness of Your grace, truth, and righteousness. Open the eyes of our hearts, Lord, that we may behold His beauty more clearly—His perfect holiness, His boundless compassion, His unwavering love, and His divine majesty. As we gaze upon Him, transform us, by Your Spirit, into His likeness. May our lives reflect a glimpse of His glorious character, so that others may be drawn to Him. In His beautiful and holy Name, we pray. Amen.

The beauty of Christ consists not merely in His flawless perfections, but in the self-emptying love that allowed Him to stoop to our humanity and bear our sin. This is a beauty that redeems, restores, and reclaims.

Walk daily with God at your side!

Love always,

Ed 🙏🏼