Psalm 46:2

Translations

Modern

Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas,

Traditional

Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea;

Literal

Upon thus we will not fear, with the changing of the earth, and with the shaking of the mountains into the heart of the seas—

Latin

Propterea non timebimus dum turbabitur terra, et transferentur montes in cor maris.

Original

Hebrew

English

Therefore we will not fear, though the earth is transformed and the mountains are toppled into the depths of the seas,

Notes

Psalms 46:1–3

Even during natural disasters, the citizens of Zion show no fear.

Psalms 46:1–11

This psalm of Zion celebrates God's special presence in Jerusalem (see also Psalms 48, 76, 87, 122). It encourages trust in the Lord because the people of Zion have his protection.

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