Psalm 46

Psalm 46

1. For the choir director: A song of the descendants of Korah, to be sung by soprano voices.[a] 1 1 God is our refuge and strength, 1 always ready to help in times of trouble.

2. So we will not fear when earthquakes come 2 and the mountains crumble into the sea.

3. Let the oceans roar and foam. 3 Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge! Interlude

4. A river brings joy to the city of our God, 4 the sacred home of the Most High.

5. God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed. 5 From the very break of day, God will protect it.

6. The nations are in chaos, 6 and their kingdoms crumble! 6 God’s voice thunders, 6 and the earth melts!

7. The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; 7 the God of Israel[b] is our fortress. Interlude

8. Come, see the glorious works of the Lord: 8 See how he brings destruction upon the world.

9. He causes wars to end throughout the earth. 9 He breaks the bow and snaps the spear; 9 he burns the shields with fire.

10. “Be still, and know that I am God! 10 I will be honored by every nation. 10 I will be honored throughout the world.”

11. The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; 11 the God of Israel is our fortress. Interlude

Footnotes:
a. 46:Title: Hebrew according to alamoth.
b. 46:7: Hebrew of Jacob; also in 46:11. See note on 44:4.