Psalms 37:13
The Lord shall laugh at him: for he seeth that his day is coming.
Original Language Analysis
יִשְׂחַק
shall laugh
H7832
יִשְׂחַק
shall laugh
Strong's:
H7832
Word #:
2 of 8
to laugh (in pleasure or detraction); by implication, to play
כִּֽי
H3588
כִּֽי
Strong's:
H3588
Word #:
4 of 8
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
רָ֝אָ֗ה
at him for he seeth
H7200
רָ֝אָ֗ה
at him for he seeth
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
5 of 8
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
כִּֽי
H3588
כִּֽי
Strong's:
H3588
Word #:
6 of 8
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
Cross References
Psalms 2:4He that sitteth in the heavens shall laugh: the Lord shall have them in derision.Proverbs 1:26I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when your fear cometh;1 Samuel 26:10David said furthermore, As the LORD liveth, the LORD shall smite him; or his day shall come to die; or he shall descend into battle, and perish.Daniel 5:26This is the interpretation of the thing: MENE; God hath numbered thy kingdom, and finished it.Ezekiel 21:29Whiles they see vanity unto thee, whiles they divine a lie unto thee, to bring thee upon the necks of them that are slain, of the wicked, whose day is come, when their iniquity shall have an end.Ezekiel 21:25And thou, profane wicked prince of Israel, whose day is come, when iniquity shall have an end,Job 18:20They that come after him shall be astonied at his day, as they that went before were affrighted.Jeremiah 50:27Slay all her bullocks; let them go down to the slaughter: woe unto them! for their day is come, the time of their visitation.
Historical Context
Ancient kings sat in judgment on their thrones, passing sentence on rebels. God's laughter depicts Him as cosmic King who will execute judgment on His wicked subjects.
Questions for Reflection
- How does God's laughter at the wicked comfort you when you feel threatened?
- What 'day' is coming for those who oppose God's purposes in your life?
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Analysis & Commentary
God's laughter isn't frivolous but judicial—He mocks those who mock Him (Psalm 2:4), showing divine sovereignty over human rebellion. The phrase 'his day is coming' refers to appointed judgment, individually and ultimately. This day is certain ('seeth') from God's eternal perspective; He knows what the wicked don't—their doom approaches. Divine laughter expresses contempt for pretensions challenging omnipotence, assuring believers that God isn't threatened by wickedness but amused by its futile opposition to His purposes.