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From Doubt to Joyful Laughter
Commentators unanimously highlight the transformation in Sarah's laughter. Her first laugh, upon hearing the promise, was one of doubt and disbelief (Genesis 18:12). This laugh, however, is one of pure joy, wonder, and thankfulness. It signifies the shift from human skepticism to awe at God's power to fulfill His promises, even when they seem impossible.
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Albert Barnes
On Genesis 21:1–34
18th Century
Theologian
מלל mı̂lēl “speak,” an ancient and therefore solemn and poetical word.
חמת chêmet “bottle,…
Charles Ellicott
On Genesis 21:6–7
19th Century
Bishop
God has made me to laugh. —Sarah’s laugh was one of mingled emotions. Joy was uppermost in her mind, but women do not lau…
John Gill
On Genesis 21:6
17th Century
Pastor
And Sarah said, God has made me to laugh
This she said on occasion of the name of her son Isaac, which name her hu…
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Matthew Henry
On Genesis 21:1–8
17th Century
Minister
Few under the Old Testament were brought into the world with such expectations as Isaac. He was in this a type of Christ, that Seed whom the holy G…