Chapter 2
1 Why do the nations rage , and the peoples plot a vain thing ?
2 The kings of the earth take a stand , and the rulers take counsel together , against the LORD , and against his Anointed , saying,
3 "Let’s break their bonds apart , and cast their cords from us ."
4 He who sits in the heavens will laugh . The Lord will have them in derision .
5 Then he will speak to them in his anger , and terrify them in his wrath :
6 " Yet I have set my King on my holy hill of Zion ."
7 I will tell of the decree : The LORD said to me , " You are my son . Today I have become your father .
8 Ask of me , and I will give the nations for your inheritance , the uttermost parts of the earth for your possession .
9 You shall break them with a rod of iron . You shall dash them in pieces like a potter ’s vessel ."
10 Now therefore be wise , you kings . Be instructed , you judges of the earth.
11 Serve the LORD with fear , and rejoice with trembling .
12 Give sincere homage to the Son , lest he be angry, and you perish on the way , for his wrath will soon be kindled . Blessed are all those who take refuge in him .