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God's Sovereign Calm
Commentators emphasize the stark contrast between the chaotic rebellion on earth and God's serene position in heaven. He 'sitteth' and 'laughs,' not out of amusement, but as an expression of His absolute power and contempt for futile human opposition. This imagery assures believers that no earthly plot can disturb or threaten God's ultimate control.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 2:4
18th Century
Theologian
He that sitteth in the heavens - God, represented as having his home, his seat, his throne in heaven, and from there administering the aff…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 2:4
19th Century
Bishop
He that sitteth. —Here the psalm, with a sublimity truly Hebrew, turns from the wild confusion on earth to the spectacle …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 2:4
19th Century
Preacher
He that sits in the heavens shall laugh: the Lord shall have them in derision.
God might well laugh at their folly, for they were r…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 2:4–6
16th Century
Theologian
After David has told us of the tumult and commotions, the counsels and pride, the preparation and resources, the strength, and efforts of his enemi…
John Gill
On Psalms 2:4
17th Century
Pastor
He that sits in the heavens shall laugh At the rage and tumult of the Heathen; at the vain imaginations of the people; at the oppos…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 2:1–6
17th Century
Minister
Here we are told who would appear as adversaries to Christ. Since this world is the kingdom of Satan, unconverted people, of every rank, party, and…