Lange dives into the themes of human rebellion against divine authority and the ultimate sovereignty of God. He begins with the rhetorical question in verse 1, "Why are the nations in an uproar?" This question, filled with the Psalmist's displeasure and derision, indicates the futility of the nations' rebellious actions. The Hebrew verb translated as "rage" denotes the early signs of rebellion, capturing the image of surging crowds filled with resentments. Lange notes that "imagine," in older English, means to devise or scheme, echoing the nations' wicked plans. The phrase "vain thing" maintains the ultimate futility of these schemes against God's anointed. Additionally, in verse 2, Lange points out the continuous nature of the rebels' defiance, varying it with their accomplished conspiracy. The imagery in verse 3 represents the rebels as unruly bulls, reiterating their desire for unchecked liberty and resistance to divine authority. God's reaction in verse 4, indicated by laughter, symbolizes His security and superiority over the rebels. This divine laughter turns to scorn and culminates in wrath, disclosing their inherent shortcoming. Verse 5 describes God's authoritative speech, instilling terror and confusion among His enemies. Also, Lange analyzes Psalm 2:6, where God declares His chosen king's establishment on Zion. This selection conveys a direct, authoritative act of God. The term "My King" repeats the theocratic idea of a king as God's representative. Zion, symbolically the seat of divine authority, represents the center of God's presence and sovereignty. Moreover, the third strophe shifts focus to the Messianic king, materializing the promised Messiah. This figure eclipses historical kings like David. The term "ordinance" in verse 6 indicates a divine regulation entrenched in the promise to David, forming the base of Messianic prophecies. Psalm 2 expresses the voice of the anointed king, demonstrating his theocratic title and capacity to govern. The term "explanation" underlines the Messiah's advanced revelation, validated by New Testament citations. Verse 8 underscores God's willingness to bestow dominion upon His anointed, emphasizing the inclusion of Gentiles in Messianic blessings. Verse 9 presents the Messiah's role as Judge and Savior, symbolizing decisive judgment. The final verses urge earthly rulers to heed the warnings, combining reverence with political submission. Lastly, Lange's commentary accentuates divine justice and sovereignty, affirming the downfall of those who conspire against God's anointed. Through detailed interpretation and bright imagery, Lange epitomizes God's unassailable state and the futility of human rebellion, providing a profound inquiry of the surviving Messianic hope in biblical theology.

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