Psalms 2

2 <1> Why are the nations so angry?

Why are the people making such foolish plans?

<2> Their kings and leaders join together

to fight against the Lord and the king he chose.[4]

<3> They said,

"Let's rebel against them.

Let's break free from them!"

<4> But my Master, the King in heaven,

laughs at them.

<5> He speaks to them in anger,

and it fills them with fear.

<6> He said, "I chose this man to be king,

and he will rule on Zion,[5] my holy mountain."

<7> Let me tell you about the Lord's agreement.

The Lord said to me,

"Today I have become your father,[6] and you are my son.

<8> If you ask, I will give you the nations.

Everyone on earth will be yours.

<9> You will rule over them with a power that cannot be broken.

You will scatter your enemies like broken pieces of pottery!"

<10> So, kings and rulers, be smart

and learn this lesson.

<11> Serve the Lord with fear and trembling.

<12> Show that you are loyal to his son,[7]

or the Lord will be angry and destroy you.

He is almost angry enough to do that now,

but those who go to him for protection will be blessed.