2 (2) | Psalm 2 Version 2 | LM | |
O WHEREFORE do the nations rage, And kings and rulers strive in vain, Against the Lord of earth and Heaven, To overthrow Messiah’s reign? |
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2 | Their strength is weakness in the sight Of Him Who sits enthroned above; He speaks, and judgements fall on them Who tempt His wrath and scorn His love. |
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3 | By God’s decree His Son receives The nations for His heritage; The conquering Christ shall surely reign As King of kings, from age to age. |
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4 | Be wise, you rulers of the earth, And serve the Lord with godly fear; With reverent joy confess the Son While yet in mercy He is near. |
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5 | Delay not, lest His anger rise, And you should perish in your way; Lo, all that put their trust in Him Are blest for all eternity. |
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The Psalter, 1912 |