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Atomic Bible
Psalms 46:6
Nations rage, kingdoms crumble;
from God Is Our Refuge and Strength, Psalms 46:1-11
What it says

Nations rage and kingdoms crumble, but when God raises his voice the earth melts.

What it is doing

This verse contrasts human turbulence with the decisive power of God's word.

In context

1For the choirmaster. Of the sons of Korah. According to Alamoth. A song. 2Therefore we will not fear, 3though their waters roar and foam 4There is a river whose streams delight the city of God, 5God is within her; she will not be moved. 6Nations rage, kingdoms crumble; 7The LORD of Hosts is with us; 8Come, see the works of the LORD, 9He makes wars to cease throughout the earth; 10“Be still and know that I am God; 11The LORD of Hosts is with us;