Laughter
From Psalms: Layer by Layer
Key Words
Word/Phrase | Gloss | Ref. |
---|---|---|
שָׂחַק | "laugh" | Ps. 2:4 |
לָעַג | "mock" | Ps. 2:4 |
Ancient Setting
Target Domains
- In Psalm 2 Yahweh's laughter expresses the contemptuous derision with which he views those who rebel against his rule.