Psalms 2:2
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John Gill
Favell Lee Mortimer
Henry LawSummary
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The kings and rulers lead on their subjects. set themselves--take a stand. take counsel--literally, "sit together," denoting their deliberation. anointed--Hebrew, "Messiah"; Greek, "Christ" (Joh 1:41). Anointing, as an emblem of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, was conferred on prophets (Isa 6:1); priests (Exo 30:30); and kings (Sa1 10:1; Sa1 16:13; Kg1 1:39). Hence this title well suited Him who holds all these offices, and was generally used by the Jews before His coming, to denote Him (Dan 9:26). While the prophet has in view men's opposition generally, he here depicts it in its culminating aspect as seen in the events of Christ's great trial. Pilate and Herod, and the rulers of the Jews (Mat 27:1; Luke 23:1-25), with the furious mob, are vividly portrayed.
John Gill Bible Commentary
The kings of the earth set themselves,.... Rose and stood up in great wrath and fury, and presented themselves in an hostile manner, and opposed the Messiah: as Herod the great, king of Judea, who very early bestirred himself, and sought to take away the life of Jesus in his infancy; and Herod Antipas, tetrarch of Galilee, who is called a king, Mar 6:14; who with his men of war mocked him, and set him at nought; and Pontius Pilate, the governor of Judea, who represented the Roman emperor, and condemned him to death, Mat 27:26; and all the kings of the earth ever since, who ever persecuted Christ in his members, and have set themselves with all their might to hinder the spread of his Gospel and the enlargement of his interest; and the rulers take counsel together; as did the Jewish sanhedrim, the great court of judicature among the Jews, the members of which were the rulers of the people, who frequently met together and consulted to take away the life of Christ: though it may also include all other governors and magistrates who have entered into schemes against the Lord, and against his Anointed, or Messiah, Christ: by "the Lord", or Jehovah, which is the great, the glorious, and incommunicable name of God, and is expressive of his eternal being and self-existence, and of his being the fountain of essence to all creatures, is meant God the Father; since he is distinguished from his Son, the Messiah, his anointed One, as Messiah and Christ signify; and who is so called, because he is anointed by God with the Holy Ghost, without measure, to the office of the Mediator, Prophet, Priest, and King; from whom the saints receive the anointing, which teacheth all things, and every grace of the Spirit in measure; and who, after his name, are called Christians. This name of the promised Redeemer was well known among the Jews, Joh 1:41; and which they took from this passage, and from some others; saying, as follows:
Tyndale Open Study Notes
2:2 The kings hate the Lord’s established order in the world, so they desire to be independent of him (see 36:4). They scheme about dominating the Lord’s people (31:13; see 83:1-4). Their goal is to subvert the Lord’s rule in the world by overthrowing his anointed one (or his messiah); the Lord chose the kings of David’s dynasty to establish his kingdom throughout the earth. The New Testament confirms that Jesus, the appointed and anointed Son of God (Acts 4:26; 13:33; Heb 1:5; 5:5), fulfills the role in which these earlier kings failed.
Psalms 2:2
The Triumphant Messiah
1Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? 2The 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.”
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The Context of the Coming Kingdom
By Art Katz3.3K1:29:28Kingdom Of GodPSA 2:2ISA 2:1MIC 2:1MAT 6:33ACT 3:19In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing God as the revelation of Jesus as king and the beauty of the kingdom. He criticizes the superficiality of worship and the lack of true understanding and celebration of God's majesty. The speaker shares a personal experience of delivering a powerful message that offended many people, but was recognized as an anointed word by some. He encourages the audience to seek a comprehensive worldview of the faith and the destiny of the church, which can be found in his books.
The Context of the Coming Kingdom - Part 2
By Art Katz0The Kingdom of GodGod's JudgmentPSA 2:2Art Katz emphasizes God's righteous judgment on nations, using Japan as a historical example of oppression and violence during World War II. He highlights the cosmic struggle between the rulers of this world and God's sovereignty, illustrating how God chooses the weak and foolish to confound the mighty. Katz calls for a deeper understanding of the Kingdom of God, which is not of this world, and urges the church to be eschatologically minded, recognizing the importance of God's judgment and the restoration of Israel. He stresses that true worship and anticipation of God's Kingdom require a commitment to His righteousness and justice, as well as a willingness to sacrifice for the sake of His glory.
1 John 5:1
By John Gill0Faith in ChristRegenerationPSA 2:2JHN 8:421JN 5:1John Gill emphasizes the significance of faith in Jesus as the Christ, which is essential for regeneration and love towards God and fellow believers. He explains that true belief is not merely intellectual assent but involves a heartfelt trust in Christ's atoning work, leading to obedience and love. Gill highlights the importance of prayer and the assurance that God hears the prayers of those who believe, while also addressing the necessity of avoiding sin, particularly the sin that leads to death. The sermon concludes with a call to keep oneself from idols, reinforcing the idea that true believers are distinct from the world. Ultimately, Gill underscores the joy and privilege of being born of God and the responsibilities that come with it.
Matthew 2:1-8. the Wise Men's Arrival at Jerusalem.
By Favell Lee Mortimer0PSA 2:2Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the account of the wise men seeking the King of the Jews, highlighting the divine guidance through a star and the fulfillment of prophecies regarding Jesus' birth in Bethlehem. Despite Herod's wicked intentions to harm the newborn King, God's sovereign plan prevails, exposing the folly of those who oppose His will. The contrast between the faith of the wise men, shepherds, and Simeon with the fear-driven belief of Herod serves as a cautionary tale, emphasizing the importance of genuine faith that leads to joy and love for God.
Psalm 2
By Henry Law0PSA 2:2Henry Law preaches about the futility of opposing the kingdom of Christ, established by the Father's power and eternal decree. Despite the heathen raging and people plotting in vain against the Lord and His anointed One, God's King is set upon His holy hill of Zion, reigning in the hearts of believers and soon to be universally recognized. The covenant decree declares Jesus as God's Son, promising Him the heathen as inheritance and the earth as possession. Christ's enemies will be broken with a rod of iron, urging kings and judges to be wise, serve the Lord with fear, and put their trust in Him to avoid His wrath and find blessedness in faith.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The kings and rulers lead on their subjects. set themselves--take a stand. take counsel--literally, "sit together," denoting their deliberation. anointed--Hebrew, "Messiah"; Greek, "Christ" (Joh 1:41). Anointing, as an emblem of the gifts of the Holy Spirit, was conferred on prophets (Isa 6:1); priests (Exo 30:30); and kings (Sa1 10:1; Sa1 16:13; Kg1 1:39). Hence this title well suited Him who holds all these offices, and was generally used by the Jews before His coming, to denote Him (Dan 9:26). While the prophet has in view men's opposition generally, he here depicts it in its culminating aspect as seen in the events of Christ's great trial. Pilate and Herod, and the rulers of the Jews (Mat 27:1; Luke 23:1-25), with the furious mob, are vividly portrayed.
John Gill Bible Commentary
The kings of the earth set themselves,.... Rose and stood up in great wrath and fury, and presented themselves in an hostile manner, and opposed the Messiah: as Herod the great, king of Judea, who very early bestirred himself, and sought to take away the life of Jesus in his infancy; and Herod Antipas, tetrarch of Galilee, who is called a king, Mar 6:14; who with his men of war mocked him, and set him at nought; and Pontius Pilate, the governor of Judea, who represented the Roman emperor, and condemned him to death, Mat 27:26; and all the kings of the earth ever since, who ever persecuted Christ in his members, and have set themselves with all their might to hinder the spread of his Gospel and the enlargement of his interest; and the rulers take counsel together; as did the Jewish sanhedrim, the great court of judicature among the Jews, the members of which were the rulers of the people, who frequently met together and consulted to take away the life of Christ: though it may also include all other governors and magistrates who have entered into schemes against the Lord, and against his Anointed, or Messiah, Christ: by "the Lord", or Jehovah, which is the great, the glorious, and incommunicable name of God, and is expressive of his eternal being and self-existence, and of his being the fountain of essence to all creatures, is meant God the Father; since he is distinguished from his Son, the Messiah, his anointed One, as Messiah and Christ signify; and who is so called, because he is anointed by God with the Holy Ghost, without measure, to the office of the Mediator, Prophet, Priest, and King; from whom the saints receive the anointing, which teacheth all things, and every grace of the Spirit in measure; and who, after his name, are called Christians. This name of the promised Redeemer was well known among the Jews, Joh 1:41; and which they took from this passage, and from some others; saying, as follows:
Tyndale Open Study Notes
2:2 The kings hate the Lord’s established order in the world, so they desire to be independent of him (see 36:4). They scheme about dominating the Lord’s people (31:13; see 83:1-4). Their goal is to subvert the Lord’s rule in the world by overthrowing his anointed one (or his messiah); the Lord chose the kings of David’s dynasty to establish his kingdom throughout the earth. The New Testament confirms that Jesus, the appointed and anointed Son of God (Acts 4:26; 13:33; Heb 1:5; 5:5), fulfills the role in which these earlier kings failed.