Psalms 2:2
The kings of the earth take a stand, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his Anointed, saying,
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In The King James Version
In Context
1Why do the nations rage, and the peoples plot a vain thing?
3“Let’s break their bonds apart, and cast their cords from us.”
Cross References
Exodus 16:7In the morning, you shall see the LORD’s glory; because he hears your murmurings against the LORD. Who are we, that you murmur against us?”
Psalms 45:7You have loved righteousness, and hated wickedness. Therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness above your fellows.
Psalms 48:5They saw it, then they were amazed. They were dismayed. They hurried away.
Psalms 74:23Don’t forget the voice of your adversaries. The tumult of those who rise up against you ascends continually.
Psalms 89:20I have found David, my servant. I have anointed him with my holy oil,
Proverbs 21:30There is no wisdom nor understanding nor counsel against the LORD.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 2:2-7
The Enemies of Messiah. 1 Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? 2 The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the Lord , and against his anointed, saying, 3 Let us break their bands asunder, and cast away their cords from us. 4 He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the Lord shall have them in derision. 5 Then shall he speak unto them in his wrath, and vex them in his sore displeasure. 6 Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion. We have… Read the whole commentary →