[1] Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? [2] The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together, against the LORD and against His Anointed One: [3] “Let us break Their chains and cast away Their cords.” [4] The One enthroned in heaven laughs; the Lord taunts them. [5] Then He rebukes them in His anger, and terrifies them in His fury: [6] “I have installed My King on Zion, upon My holy mountain.” [7] I will proclaim the decree spoken to Me by the LORD: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father. [8] Ask Me, and I will make the nations Your inheritance, the ends of the earth Your possession. [9] You will break them with an iron scepter; You will shatter them like pottery.” [10] Therefore be wise, O kings; be admonished, O judges of the earth. [11] Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling. [12] Kiss the Son, lest He be angry and you perish in your rebellion, when His wrath ignites in an instant. Blessed are all who take refuge in Him.
