Bonds
From Psalms: Layer by Layer
Key Words
| Word | Gloss | Ref. |
|---|---|---|
| מוֹסֵר | "bond" | Ps. 2:3 |
| עֲבֹת | "cord, rope" | Ps. 2:3 |
Ancient Setting
Target Domains
- In Psalm 2 the image of bonds and cords maps onto the dominion of Yahweh and his king's rule over the nations, which is perceived by them as restrictive and oppressive.