Psalms 37:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

The LORD shall laugh at him: for he seeth that his day is coming.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The LORD will laugh at him, because He sees that his day of judgment is coming.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is saying that He will laugh at the wicked person because He knows their time of facing consequences is approaching.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm was written by David, likely during a time when he witnessed evil people prospering while the righteous suffered. In ancient Israel, people often struggled with why God seemed to allow wicked rulers and neighbors to succeed temporarily. David is reassuring readers that God sees everything and will ultimately bring justice.

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