Psalm 2/Text/CBC

Why are nations in an uproar,

and [why] do peoples plot emptiness?

[Why] do earthly kings take a stand

and [why] have rulers conspired together 

against YHWH and against his anointed one?

"Let's tear off their bonds

and throw their ropes away from us!"

The one enthroned in the heavens laughs.

The Lord mocks them.

Then he speaks to them in his anger

and terrifies them in his wrath.

"But I have poured out my king

on Zion, my holy mountain."

I will tell about the decree;

YHWH said to me, "You are my son.

I hereby father you today.

Ask me, and I will make nations your inheritance

and the ends of the earth your property.

You will crush them with an iron scepter.

You will smash them like clay pottery."

And now, kings, wise up!

Accept discipline, earthly rulers!

Serve YHWH with fear

and rejoice with trembling!

Kiss the son, or else he will become angry and you will perish in your way,

for his anger quickly ignites.

Happy are all who take refuge in him!