3. They say, “Let's cut the ropesand set ourselves free!”
4. In heaven the Lord laughsas he sits on his throne,making fun of the nations.
5. The Lord becomes furiousand threatens them.His anger terrifies themas he says,
6. “I've put my king on Zion,my sacred hill.”
7. I will tell the promisethat the Lord made to me:“You are my son, because todayI have become your father.
8. Ask me for the nations,and every nation on earthwill belong to you.