Thematic Bible
Psalm 2:1 (show verse)
Why are nations in tumult, and countries plotting in vain?
Psalm 2:2 (show verse)
[The] kings of [the] earth establish themselves, and the rulers conspire together against Yahweh and his anointed:
Psalm 2:3 (show verse)
"Let us tear off their bonds, and cast their cords from us!"
Psalm 2:4 (show verse)
[He who] sits [enthroned] in the heavens laughs. The Lord derides them.
Psalm 2:5 (show verse)
Then he speaks to them in his wrath, and in his fury he terrifies them:
Psalm 2:6 (show verse)
"But as for me, I have set my king on Zion, my holy mountain."
Psalm 2:7 (show verse)
I will tell the decree; Yahweh said to me: "You are my son; today I have begotten you.
Psalm 2:8 (show verse)
Ask from me and I will make [the] nations your heritage, and your possession [the] ends of [the] earth.
Psalm 2:9 (show verse)
You will break them with an iron rod. Like a potter's vessel you will shatter them."
Psalm 2:10 (show verse)
So then, O kings, be wise. Be warned, O rulers of [the] earth.
Psalm 2:11 (show verse)
Serve Yahweh with fear, and rejoice with trembling.
Psalm 2:12 (show verse)
Kiss the Son lest he be angry and you perish [on the] way, for his anger burns quickly. Blessed are all [who] take refuge in him.