Church Hymn Book ‎#P.II

P.II. Why did the nations join to slay

1 Why did the nations join to slay
The Lord’s anointed Son?
Why did they cast his laws away,
And tread his gospel down?

2 The Lord that sits above the skies,
Derides their rage below,
He speaks with vengeance in his eyes,
And strikes their spirits through.

3 “I call him my eternal Son,
"And raise him from the dead!
"I make my holy hill his throne,
"And wide his kingdom spread.

4 "Ask me, my Son, and then enjoy
"The utmost heathen lands:
"Thy rod of iron shall destroy
"The rebel that withstands."

5 Be wise, ye rulers of the earth,
Obey th’anointed Lord,
Adore the King of heavenly birth,
And tremble at his Word.

6 With humble love address his throne;
For if he frown, ye die:
Those are secure, and those alone,
Who on his grace rely.

Text Information

• First Line: Why did the nations join to slay
• Meter: C. M.
• Language: English
• Publication Date: 1816
• Scripture:
  Psalm 2
• Topic: Christ's Death and Resurrection

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