Psalms 46:3

As the text stands this verse must be treated, as in the A.V. and R.V., as a continuation of Psalms 46:2. But the symmetrical structure of the Ps., resembling that of Psalms 42-43, makes it probable that the refrain (Psalms 46:7; Psalms 46:11) has been lost. If it is restored, we may render:

Let the waters thereof rage and foam I

Let the mountains quake at the proud swelling thereof!

Jehovah of hosts is with us,

The God of Jacob is our high fortress.

Be all around us never so threatening, we are secure in the presence and protection of Jehovah. For the -proud swelling" of the sea cp. Psalms 89:9.