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Psalms 2:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Then shall he speak unto them in his wrath, and vex them in his sore displeasure.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then he will speak to them in his anger, and trouble them with his fierce displeasure.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is warning that he will respond with anger and judgment against those who rebel against his chosen king.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 2 is a royal psalm likely written for the coronation of an Israelite king, possibly David or one of his descendants. In ancient times, surrounding nations would often rebel when a new king took power, seeing it as an opportunity to break free from vassalage. This psalm presents God's response to such rebellions against his anointed ruler.

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