Laughter

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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.

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