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Be warned, you rulers of the earth!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/2.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Now therefore, O kings, be wise; be warned, O rulers of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/2.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Therefore be wise, O kings; be admonished, O judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/2.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Be wise now therefore, O ye kings: be instructed, ye judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/2.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Now therefore, be wise, O kings; Be instructed, you judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Now then, you kings, use insight; Let yourselves be instructed, you judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/2.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Now therefore, O kings, show discernment; Take warning, O judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Now therefore, O kings, show discernment; Take warning, O judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />So now, O kings, show insight; Take warning, O judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Now therefore, O kings, act wisely; Be instructed <i>and</i> take warning, O leaders (judges, rulers) of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />So now, kings, be wise; receive instruction, you judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />So now, kings, be wise; receive instruction, you judges of the earth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/2.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Now therefore be wise, O ye kings: Be instructed, ye judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Be smart, all you rulers, and pay close attention. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/2.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Now therefore be wise, O ye kings: be instructed, ye judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Now, you kings, act wisely. Be warned, you rulers of the earth!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/2.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Now listen to this warning, you kings; learn this lesson, you rulers of the world: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/2.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Therefore, kings, act wisely! Earthly rulers, be warned!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Therefore be wise, O kings; be admonished, O judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/2.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />So now, you kings, do what is wise; you rulers of the earth, submit to correction! <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Now therefore, you kings, be wise; receive correction, you judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Be wise now therefore, O ye kings: be instructed, ye judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/2.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Now therefore be wise, you kings. Be instructed, you judges of the earth. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />And now, O kings, act wisely, "" Be instructed, O judges of earth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> And now, O kings, act wisely, Be instructed, O judges of earth,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />And now be circumspect, ye and be silent Silence.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />And now, O ye kings, understand: receive instruction, you that judge the earth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />And now, O kings, understand. Receive instruction, you who judge the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/2.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />And now, kings, give heed; take warning, judges on earth. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Now therefore, O kings, be wise; be warned, O rulers of the earth.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Be wise now, therefore, O kings; be instructed, O judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/2.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Now, kings, be wise, and be instructed, Judges of Earth.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/2.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Now therefore, O ye kings, be wise; Be admonished, ye judges of the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/2.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Now therefore understand, ye kings: be instructed, all ye that judge the earth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/2-10.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=107" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/2.htm">The Triumphant Messiah</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">9</span>You will break them with an iron scepter; You will shatter them like pottery.” <span class="reftext">10</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/6258.htm" title="6258: wə·‘at·tāh (Conj-w:: Adv) -- Now. From eth; at this time, whether adverb, conjunction or expletive.">Therefore</a> <a href="/hebrew/7919.htm" title="7919: haś·kî·lū (V-Hifil-Imp-mp) -- To be, circumspect, intelligent. A primitive root; to be circumspect and hence, intelligent.">be wise,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4428.htm" title="4428: mə·lā·ḵîm (N-mp) -- King. From malak; a king.">O kings;</a> <a href="/hebrew/3256.htm" title="3256: hiw·wā·sə·rū (V-Nifal-Imp-mp) -- To discipline, chasten, admonish. A primitive root; to chastise, literally or figuratively; hence, to instruct.">be admonished,</a> <a href="/hebrew/8199.htm" title="8199: šō·p̄ə·ṭê (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc) -- To judge, govern. ">O judges</a> <a href="/hebrew/776.htm" title="776: ’ā·reṣ (N-fs) -- Earth, land. From an unused root probably meaning to be firm; the earth.">of the earth.</a> </span><span class="reftext">11</span>Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/8-15.htm">Proverbs 8:15-16</a></span><br />By me kings reign, and rulers enact just laws; / By me princes rule, and all nobles who govern justly.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/2-21.htm">Daniel 2:21</a></span><br />He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and establishes them. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/13-1.htm">Romans 13:1-4</a></span><br />Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. / For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Then do what is right, and you will have his approval. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/2-1.htm">1 Timothy 2:1-2</a></span><br />First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone— / for kings and all those in authority—so that we may lead tranquil and quiet lives in all godliness and dignity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/52-15.htm">Isaiah 52:15</a></span><br />so He will sprinkle many nations. Kings will shut their mouths because of Him. For they will see what they have not been told, and they will understand what they have not heard.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/18-7.htm">Jeremiah 18:7-10</a></span><br />At any time I might announce that a nation or kingdom will be uprooted, torn down, and destroyed. / But if that nation I warned turns from its evil, then I will relent of the disaster I had planned to bring. / And if at another time I announce that I will build up and establish a nation or kingdom, ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-13.htm">1 Peter 2:13-14</a></span><br />Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority, / or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/1-5.htm">Revelation 1:5</a></span><br />and from Jesus Christ, the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To Him who loves us and has released us from our sins by His blood,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/49-23.htm">Isaiah 49:23</a></span><br />Kings will be your foster fathers, and their queens your nursing mothers. They will bow to you facedown and lick the dust at your feet. Then you will know that I am the LORD; those who hope in Me will never be put to shame.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/4-17.htm">Daniel 4:17</a></span><br />This decision is the decree of the watchers, the verdict declared by the holy ones, so that the living will know that the Most High rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes, setting over it the lowliest of men.’<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/28-18.htm">Matthew 28:18</a></span><br />Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/4-25.htm">Acts 4:25-28</a></span><br />You spoke by the Holy Spirit through the mouth of Your servant, our father David: ‘Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? / The kings of the earth take their stand and the rulers gather together against the Lord and against His Anointed One.’ / In fact, this is the very city where Herod and Pontius Pilate conspired with the Gentiles and the people of Israel against Your holy servant Jesus, whom You anointed. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/revelation/19-16.htm">Revelation 19:16</a></span><br />And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/16-12.htm">Proverbs 16:12</a></span><br />Wicked behavior is detestable for kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/60-12.htm">Isaiah 60:12</a></span><br />For the nation or kingdom that will not serve you will perish; it will be utterly destroyed.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Be wise now therefore, O you kings: be instructed, you judges of the earth.</p><p class="hdg">Be wise</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/jeremiah/6-8.htm">Jeremiah 6:8</a></b></br> Be thou instructed, O Jerusalem, lest my soul depart from thee; lest I make thee desolate, a land not inhabited.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/hosea/14-9.htm">Hosea 14:9</a></b></br> Who <i>is</i> wise, and he shall understand these <i>things</i>? prudent, and he shall know them? for the ways of the LORD <i>are</i> right, and the just shall walk in them: but the transgressors shall fall therein.</p><p class="hdg">O</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/45-12.htm">Psalm 45:12</a></b></br> And the daughter of Tyre <i>shall be there</i> with a gift; <i>even</i> the rich among the people shall intreat thy favour.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/72-10.htm">Psalm 72:10,11</a></b></br> The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring presents: the kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/isaiah/49-23.htm">Isaiah 49:23</a></b></br> And kings shall be thy nursing fathers, and their queens thy nursing mothers: they shall bow down to thee with <i>their</i> face toward the earth, and lick up the dust of thy feet; and thou shalt know that I <i>am</i> the LORD: for they shall not be ashamed that wait for me.</p><p class="hdg">be instructed</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/82-1.htm">Psalm 82:1-8</a></b></br> A Psalm of Asaph. God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he judgeth among the gods… </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/job/34-12.htm">Act</a> <a href="/job/4-3.htm">Admonished</a> <a href="/job/34-35.htm">Discernment</a> <a href="/psalms/2-8.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/job/4-3.htm">Instructed</a> <a href="/job/36-31.htm">Judges</a> <a href="/psalms/2-2.htm">Kings</a> <a href="/psalms/2-2.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/job/37-13.htm">Show</a> <a href="/job/40-2.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/nehemiah/13-21.htm">Warned</a> <a href="/deuteronomy/32-46.htm">Warning</a> <a href="/job/37-24.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/job/34-27.htm">Wisely</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/14-2.htm">Act</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/4-13.htm">Admonished</a> <a href="/psalms/119-66.htm">Discernment</a> <a href="/psalms/7-5.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/psalms/119-102.htm">Instructed</a> <a href="/psalms/7-8.htm">Judges</a> <a href="/psalms/45-9.htm">Kings</a> <a href="/psalms/45-16.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/psalms/4-6.htm">Show</a> <a href="/psalms/18-34.htm">Teaching</a> <a href="/psalms/19-11.htm">Warned</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/4-13.htm">Warning</a> <a href="/psalms/14-2.htm">Wise</a> <a href="/psalms/14-2.htm">Wisely</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 2</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/2-1.htm">The kingdom of Christ</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/2-10.htm">Kings are exhorted to accept it</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/2.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/2.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Therefore be wise, O kings;</b><br>This phrase serves as a call to wisdom for rulers, emphasizing the importance of discernment and understanding in leadership. In the biblical context, wisdom is often associated with the fear of the Lord (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>). The psalmist is urging kings to recognize God's sovereignty and align their rule with His divine will. Historically, kings in the ancient Near East were seen as representatives of their gods, and this verse challenges them to acknowledge the true God of Israel. The call to wisdom is a reminder of the consequences of ignoring divine guidance, as seen in the downfall of rulers like Pharaoh in Exodus or Nebuchadnezzar in <a href="/daniel/4.htm">Daniel 4</a>.<p><b>be admonished, O judges of the earth.</b><br>Judges, like kings, are called to heed instruction and correction. The term "admonished" implies a warning or correction, suggesting that earthly judges must align their judgments with God's justice. In the cultural context of ancient Israel, judges were expected to uphold the law given by God, as seen in the roles of figures like Deborah (Judges 4-5) and Samuel (1 Samuel 7). This phrase also connects to the broader biblical theme of justice, as seen in <a href="/micah/6-8.htm">Micah 6:8</a>, where God requires justice, mercy, and humility. The admonition serves as a prophetic warning that ultimate judgment belongs to God, and earthly judges must act in accordance with His righteousness.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/k/kings.htm">Kings</a></b><br>Refers to the rulers and leaders of nations. In the context of <a href="/bsb/psalms/2.htm">Psalm 2</a>, these are the earthly authorities who are being advised to recognize God's sovereignty.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/j/judges_of_the_earth.htm">Judges of the Earth</a></b><br>Represents those in positions of judicial authority, responsible for upholding justice and law. They are called to heed divine wisdom and instruction.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/p/psalmist.htm">Psalmist</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed to King David, the psalmist is the author who conveys God's message to the rulers and judges.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty.htm">God's Sovereignty</a></b><br>The overarching theme of <a href="/bsb/psalms/2.htm">Psalm 2</a>, emphasizing God's ultimate authority over all earthly powers.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/m/messianic_prophecy.htm">Messianic Prophecy</a></b><br>Psalm 2 is often seen as a prophetic text pointing to the reign of the Messiah, Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate King and Judge.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_call_to_wisdom.htm">The Call to Wisdom</a></b><br>Earthly leaders are urged to seek divine wisdom, recognizing that true understanding comes from God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/accountability_to_god.htm">Accountability to God</a></b><br>Rulers and judges must remember their accountability to God, who is the ultimate judge and authority.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_fear_of_the_lord.htm">The Fear of the Lord</a></b><br>A healthy reverence for God is essential for those in authority, guiding them to lead with justice and righteousness.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/submission_to_divine_authority.htm">Submission to Divine Authority</a></b><br>All leaders are called to submit to God's authority, acknowledging His sovereignty over all nations and peoples.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_believers.htm">The Role of Believers</a></b><br>Christians are encouraged to pray for their leaders, asking God to grant them wisdom and discernment in their roles.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 2</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible_books'_order.htm">What is the order of the Bible's books?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_psalm_46_differ_in_showing_god's_protection.htm">Why does Psalm 46 present God's protection differently compared to other biblical passages that depict divine interventions more explicitly?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_'give_to_caesar'_contradict_jesus.htm">Luke 20:20–26: Does Jesus’ command to “give to Caesar what is Caesar’s” contradict other teachings opposing oppressive rulers? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_god_both_mocking_and_merciful.htm">How do we reconcile Psalm 2:4’s image of God mocking earthly rulers with other passages portraying God as merciful and compassionate? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 10.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">Be wise now therefore, O ye kings</span>. The remainder of the psalm contains the advice of the psalmist to the rebels of vers. 1-3, and to all who may be inclined to imitate them. "Be wise," he says," be prudent. For your own sakes desist from attempts at rebellion. Jehovah and Messiah are irresistible. Ye will find it "hard to kick against the pricks.'" Be instructed, ye judges of the earth. "Be taught," <span class="accented">i.e.</span>, "by experience, if ye are not wise enough to know beforehand, that opposition to God is futile." Compare the advice of Gamaliel (<a href="/acts/5-38.htm">Acts 5:38, 39</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/2-10.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Therefore</span><br /><span class="heb">וְ֭עַתָּה</span> <span class="translit">(wə·‘at·tāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6258.htm">Strong's 6258: </a> </span><span class="str2">At this time</span><br /><br /><span class="word">be wise,</span><br /><span class="heb">הַשְׂכִּ֑ילוּ</span> <span class="translit">(haś·kî·lū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7919.htm">Strong's 7919: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be, circumspect, intelligent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O kings;</span><br /><span class="heb">מְלָכִ֣ים</span> <span class="translit">(mə·lā·ḵîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4428.htm">Strong's 4428: </a> </span><span class="str2">A king</span><br /><br /><span class="word">be admonished,</span><br /><span class="heb">הִ֝וָּסְר֗וּ</span> <span class="translit">(hiw·wā·sə·rū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperative - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3256.htm">Strong's 3256: </a> </span><span class="str2">To discipline, chasten, admonish</span><br /><br /><span class="word">O judges</span><br /><span class="heb">שֹׁ֣פְטֵי</span> <span class="translit">(šō·p̄ə·ṭê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8199.htm">Strong's 8199: </a> </span><span class="str2">To judge, pronounce sentence, to vindicate, punish, to govern, to litigate</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the earth.</span><br /><span class="heb">אָֽרֶץ׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·reṣ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_776.htm">Strong's 776: </a> </span><span class="str2">Earth, land</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/2-10.htm">Psalm 2:10 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/2-10.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 2:10 Now therefore be wise you kings (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/2-9.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 2:9"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 2:9" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/2-11.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 2:11"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 2:11" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>