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Laughter

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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(צְחֹק, γέλως ), an action usually expressing joy (Genesis 21:6; Psalms 126:2; Ecclesiastes 3:4; Luke 6:21); sometimes mockery (Genesis 18:13; Ecclesiastes 2:2; James 4:9); and occasionally conscious security (Job 5:22). When used concerning God (as in Psalms 2:4; Psalms 59:8; Proverbs 1:26) it signifies that he despises or pays no regard to the person or subject. (See ISAAC).

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Laughter'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​l/laughter.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
 
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