psalm 2 commentary
I believe it’s speaking of ethnic groups or nations. You the man and why is this hard to find????? Rather, flee to him and find protection and safety and blessing. The Lord said to him that David is his son. But for now, I’ll leave us with those verses to remind us that Jesus the Christ is the last and greatest of the Davidic kings. I believe this is talking about Jesus, not David. And he’s coming to rescue Israel from their assailants. Your email address will not be published. In Psalm 2, the kings and rulers of these non-Jewish nations are conspiring against both the Lord and his anointed one. against the LORD and against his anointed one: * b. But most of it. He is supremely patient and loving. There’s widespread rebellion against this king. And he does so through his anointed Davidic king. And so, he laughs at and mocks them. The psalm itself does not identify its author, but Acts 4:25-26 clearly attributes it to David. The psalm itself doesn’t explicitly tell us whether it’s speaking of David or one of his descendants. Even as God wreaks havoc on those who oppose him, God provides a refuge for those who serve him." He laughs and mocks. What does this mean? This is the right reaction of sinners in the presence of a holy and sovereign God. Now, this term can describe people in general – like Proverbs 11:26 where THE PEOPLE curse the one who withholds bread from them. Isn’t that the way your own flesh feels about them? He scarcely needs to lift his hand, he has only to speak; and when Jehovah speaks in wrath, his words are thunderbolts. But the context of Psalm 2 is anything but neutral. What is it like to submit to God’s rule? And it’s smashed into pieces. Let him be very dear and precious; love him above all, love him in sincerity, love him much, as she did, to whom much was forgiven, and, in token of it, kissed his feet, Luke 7:38. In Matthew 17:1-9, the gospel reading for this Sunday of the Transfiguration of our Lord, the disciples catch a … Required fields are marked *. If you were listening, I think you’d have to conclude that the land belongs to the nation of Israel. And remember the title of the message? Like many psalms, the theme of Psalm 2 is emphasized in the final verse. Thanks, Don. Revelation 2:27 has Christ telling the overcomers at Thyatira that they will rule – though not BREAK, the nations with a rod of iron – JUST LIKE CHRIST RECEIVED THAT KIND OF AUTHORITY FROM HIS FATHER. They’re speaking of it and ruminating on it. 2. Well, what is the object of their meditation? He’s angry. He alone has full power of sovereignty. However, the line also provides a fitting conclusion to Psalm 2 on its own. Isn’t that the way that lost people tend to view God’s rules? They thought themselves in the way; but neglecting Christ, they perish from it. He responds to the nations in anger and assures them that he is in control. 2:3: And cast - The same thing expressed with more emphasis. Unfortunately, not God’s word. Serving the Lord will! That’s the closeness of God’s relationship with David. Isn’t this last line a perfect expression of that? And what are these kings pictured as doing? Based on God’s reaction to this international uprising against his authority, the psalmist gives some advice to those doing the uprising. And so, God reacts to this international rebellion. He’s coming with the armies of heaven. Now, there appears to be another group of individuals in view in verse 2. Kings rule. And the Lord would be like his father. And God counsels them to “be instructed” or to “be warned” or “take advice” or “listen to reason”. I found your commentary easy reading and useful for a study I am doing for a Life Group discussion. These bands or restrictions are viewed by these nations as oppressive. They’re “resisting”! And so that’s the last section of this psalm. That’s who’s raging. It’s blessed – Blessed are all they that put their trust in him. We can defy God and perish, or we can surrender to Him and be blessed. His anger will be a vexation to them; if he but speak to them in his wrath, even the breath of his mouth will be their confusion, slaughter, and consumption, Isa. The word “people” is in parallel with the word “heathen”. Who are they against? Non-Jewish people. Psalm 2:7 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] Psalm 2:7, NIV: "I will proclaim the LORD's decree: He said to me, 'You are my son; today I have become your father." Oh, the chafing. 1 and 2 juxtapose each other; Ps. The rebellion of individuals and nations against his plans and people don’t sit well with him. But for now, let’s get into the details of Psalm 2. God hath said unto him, Thou art my Son, and it becomes each of us to say to him, Thou art my Lord, my Sovereign'. So, I believe that this kind of a situation is what provoked the psalmist to write this psalm. I think the issue of God’s sovereign rule is unavoidable throughout the psalm. But when he does, what a day that will be! “Whose is the Land?” What’s God’s answer? These ethnic groups are also meditating. But his speech is not gentle and peaceful – not to these hardened enemies of his. He wants to dwell a little while longer on the developing rebellion of these groups and individuals. Psalm 2:1–6. And Israel certainly occupied a portion of that land. 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. Well, what are these rulers up to? I’ve enjoyed the few commentaries I’ve read of yours, however, I have to say I disagree with this one. Does he find their rebellion humorous? Set - The word denotes the combination of their counsels and forces. It announces God's sovereignty. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Psalms, Volume 2 (The NIV Application Commentary). "The violence of the world, brought on by the hubris of the nations, will continue. In other words, it’s a psalm about the king of Israel – the ruler who either was David himself or one who descended from David. And with a kiss of loyalty take this yoke upon you, and give up yourselves to be governed by his laws, disposed of by his providence, and entirely devoted to his cause. And yet, everyone is up-in-arms about them solely living in that land. And I don’t think I’m exaggerating to say that most of the media – and even our own president and other world leaders – weren’t happy about who won. In Psalm 1 the theme is the contrast between the righteous and the wicked person; in Psalm 2 the theme is the contrast between the rebellion of wicked rulers and nations and the rule of God’s righteous Messiah. God hath said unto him, Thou art my Son, and it becomes each of us to say to him, Thou art my Lord, my Sovereign'. 11:4; 2 Th. John Trapp Complete Commentary. Psalm 2:1, ESV: "Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain?" In Acts 4:25-26 he repeated Psalm 2: 3. The rage of nations and the laugh of God. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. And the rulers – this same group – are taking counsel together. How does one rage? Submit to God’s Rule. 2:8. Christians are the possession of the Lord Jesus; they are to him for a name and a praise. This is what God said:-Psalms 2:6. And if they don’t take this counsel, they’ll perish from their present course of life – their “way” as we have it here. Which seems rather neutral of a term. Not all of it, I think. The psalm itself doesn’t explicitly tell us whether it’s speaking of David or one of his descendants. So, I believe this is speaking of the Davidic king – David, in particular. Now, this word translated as “rulers” (RZN) appears 6 times in the Old Testament. And then in Acts 4:25-28 applies the first section of Psalm 2 (verses 1 through 3) to Christ’s crucifixion. I’m so thankful to hear of the extended reach of this message. Kiss the Son, verse 12. The kingdom of the Messiah is founded upon an eternal decree of God the Father. Blessed will those be in the day of wrath, who, by trusting in Christ, have made him their Refuge. Read Psalm 24 9 Meaning. But that’s just one aspect of his response. God will frighten them. These people are resisting and conspiring against none other than the Lord God of Hosts! Such gifts usually took the form of land and/or an enduring dynasty.”. The accusations of oppression. I believe this psalm is referencing the battle of man wanting to get rid of God’s power over him and this is an imperative warning to the nations that Jesus is King. Christ's throne is set up in his church, that is, in the hearts of all believers. the Lord derides them, d 5 Then he speaks to them in his anger, God rules. David and his successors were to break the rebellion of these Gentile nations. This passage is without any doubt whatever a reference to Almighty God … The second section runs from verse 4 trough verse 9. Praying through Psalm 2:7 . 11 Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling. So, don’t rebel against God’s king. They’re unwelcomed. That very God has determined to set his king on his holy hill of Zion and to destroy all opposition. Psalm 2 is twice as long, consisting of four stanzas and 12 verses. "How blessed are all who take refuge in Him" The last line of Psalm 2 links to the first line of Psalm 1, possibly a literary technique called inclusio. "The kings of the earth set themselves, And the rulers take counsel together, Against Jehovah, and against his anointed, saying, Let us break their bonds asunder, And cast away their cords from us." Psalm 2 is the second psalm of the Book of Psalms, generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version, "Why do the heathen rage".In Latin, it is known as "Quare fremuerunt gentes".Psalm 2 does not identify its author with a superscription. That’s verses 7 through 9. Our national media doesn’t give that much coverage to most elections for our own congressmen or governors! It reminds me of the book of Revelation where Christ comes back on a white horse. Kings should administer justice. KJV Psalm 2:4 He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the Lord shall have them in derision. You know – you may have wondered if inheriting these heathen was actually a blessing or maybe more of punishment for the Davidic king. They’re counseled to “be wise” or to gain insight, to pay close attention, to be sensible about the matter – in light of the threatenings! And sometimes those kings and the nations they were leading opposed their being ruled over by an Israelite king. And in that case, it’s not just the Gentile nations that rose up and rebelled against God’s plans and his anointed one – or his Christ. Video Devotions on Psalm Two Rage, verses 1-4. The word “imagine” is one that you’ve seen before in the psalms. But he stoops and condescends to advise them on the wise choice to make, despite their opposition to him. and princes plot together. But what are they conspiring to do here in Psalm 2? He’s heightening our concern for their activities and attitudes. So, these non-Jews are gathering together as a group. Psalm 2 provides critical background for understanding both what it means and what it meant to recognize Jesus as messiah (i.e., the Christ) and Lord. And – seeing as they have no need of such restrictions – they’d be happy to cast them aside. The decree he gave – or his statute or rule. But the rulers of the earth generally have been most active. Psalms 2:5. In response, God gives the nations the cosmic raspberry and ridicules their pride, claiming that he has set his king on Zion (verses 5–6). Now we’re not speaking of the “heathen” anymore. There, David is saying that his enemies are doing this very thing – conspiring – and their intent is actually to take his life. wow thanks much . And the psalmist could give us the content of their meditations at this very point in the psalm. These nations are hardened against him. Previous ones ignore the history and writer’s situation and jump straight to spiritualized christian applications. All who oppose this work do so in vain. God could have left it at heated angry rebuke with these rebels. The idea is that as someone gets angry, sometimes his nostrils will flare and perhaps even get a little red. Again, “heathen” are simply non-Jews. He will speak to them in his wrath. Attend unto me, and hear me] Heb. Why do they waste their time with futile plans? Well, what is Psalm 2 about? Commentary, Psalm 2, Cameron Howard, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011. Now, let me quickly address where Psalm 2 appears in the New Testament. The kings of these nations are addressed directly again. Psalm 2 Commentary: Genre Psalm 2 is considered to be a royal psalm. They would break asunder the bands of conscience, and the cords of God's commandments; they will not receive, but cast them away as far as they can. And yet, the ponderous part of it is that the assailants of Israel actually face Christ and are ready to fight him! Jesus may surely have used Psalm 1 and 2 as an outline in Matthew 5-7, esp. Wow – remember the question that Pastor Fuller sought to answer in his sermon last Sunday? The last line of Psalm 2, “Happy are all who take refuge in him,” echoes the initial words of Psalm 1, “Happy are those….” This repetition brackets Psalms 1 and 2 together, and the unit serves to introduce the book of Psalms as a whole. The other way in which God is portrayed as responding is actually not to the nations, but to his Davidic king. And when it’s quoted in the New Testament it’s not talking about David or Solomon. Look at the next line. answer me, that is, grant me deliverance from this death which threateneth me.This is his sense, as appeareth by the sequel; though at present he could not instance, but only beggeth audience. Even the peoples of Israel were involved in it. Now, I’ll also add that this psalm is referenced several times in the New Testament. No, not at all. 1. Psalms, Volume 2 (The NIV Application Commentary) - Kindle edition by Tucker, W. Dennis, Grant, Jamie A.. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Verses 1 through 3 tell us about this near-universal rejection of the Lord and the king whom he’s anointed to rule his nation Israel – the Davidic ruler. Now, based on that pretty forceful response from the Lord, what are these rebellious nations to do? But this word can also refer to an ethnic group or groups. Psalm 2 - Why are the nations so angry? Makes me bonkers. What happens when you gather wealth by labor according to Proverbs 13 11? God didn’t “begotten” David; He only referenced that to His Son, Jesus. Verse 2. According to the Talmud, Psalm 2 is a continuation of Psalm 1. This is where we’re given the reaction of the Lord to this international uprising against his reign. The Lord scoffs at them. And we can only assume that their purpose is evil. He will conquer the hearts of His elect, drawing them all to Himself. That’s where God promised Joshua that no one would be able to STAND before him – there’s that word. Here in Psalm 2, he’s viewed as sitting high above everyone and everything – certainly above these puny riotous nations. Like a son, the faithful subject received an "inheritance," viewed as an unconditional, eternal gift. What Psalm 2 means. We are here told who would appear as adversaries to Christ. In fact, this kind of universal upheaval against God’s plans regarding Israel is something that’s contemplated in Psalm 2. And finally he speaks. In other words, it’s a psalm about the king of Israel – the ruler who either was David himself or one who descended from David. The Son of God, spoken of in Psalm 2:7; the word used is so rendered in Proverbs 31:2; and comes from another which signifies to "choose", and to "purify", or "to be pure"; hence some render it "the elect" or "chosen One", or "the pure One" (k); and both agree with Christ, who is God's elect, chosen to be the Redeemer and Saviour of his people, and who is pure free from sin, original and actual. Had to click to second page of google choices to get this, chosen randomly ish among the ten or so on second page. He laughs. What are they meditating on? Verse 5. And so they’d make attempts to rebel against the Davidic king and throw off his rule from over them. And – you know – the animosity of evil people so often is not directed at God alone. But most of that area was inhabited by other nations. 7 I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto me, Thou art my Son; this day have I begotten thee. At any rate, it’s a royal psalm. And it simply means non-Jewish people. So, that’s how God is pictured as directly communicating with the Gentile nations that oppose him and his Davidic king – verses 4 through 6. As the foregoing psalm was moral, and showed us our duty, so this is evangelical, and shows us our Saviour. 3 “Let us break their shackles. The truths and precepts of Christianity are against ambitious projects and worldly lusts. So, God is declaring that David is a faithful subject of his. Their rebellion won’t do that. 9 Thou shalt break them with a rod of iron; thou shalt dash them in pieces like a potter's vessel. He rebukes them in his anger and terrifies them in his wrath, saying, They need to be broken asunder like Samson did with some of those ropes that Delilah put on him. It will lead inevitably to destruction. Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary 2:1-6 We are here told who would appear as adversaries to Christ. And that’s just what we saw in that book when we studied through it. And he hasn’t even begun to reign in Jerusalem. As a word made us, so a word can unmake us again. This our Lord Jesus often referred to, as what he governed himself by. And why are they not happy? (lacking the usual introductory phrase), which led some sages to think that Psalm 1 and 2 comprise a single unit. So, we’ll read the first section again – verses 1 through 3. Psalm 2:1, KJV: "Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing?" And then he speaks to the one who’s representing him on this earth and assures him that God has given him the right to rule. Well, the concept of anointing is basically having oil poured on you. What happens when an iron rod meets a clay vessel? He speaks, and it is done; he speaks in wrath, and sinners are undone. KJV Psalm 2:10 Be wise now therefore, O ye kings: be instructed, ye judges of the earth. Interesting. They can hope for no success in so opposing so powerful a kingdom. 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