מִשְׂחַק
mis.chaq
laughing
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredThe Hebrew word מִשְׂחַק (mis.chaq) is defined as "laughing". This single occurrence in the Bible indicates that the meaning of this word refers to the act of laughing or a state of being amused. Given its limited usage in the Bible, the range of this word's application is not extensive. However, in this one instance, it provides insight into the emotions and reactions of the individuals involved. The significance of this word lies in its representation of a momentary display of joy or playfulness, which might have played a role in a specific story or interaction in the narrative.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
1 total occurrence across the text