But thou, O LORD, shalt laugh at them; thou shalt have all the heathen in derision.
The Lord laughs at the heathen and holds them all in derision, showing that he is far greater than hostile enemies. Their opposition is brought to nothing, for divine retribution comes upon incorrigible wrongdoers and they receive their due. Alongside that retribution the setting also reveals mercy and loving-kindness. He is the strength and refuge of his people, so they can trust him amid danger.
The Lord laughs at the heathen and holds them all in derision, showing that he is far greater than hostile enemies. Their opposition is brought to nothing, for divine retribution comes upon incorrigible wrongdoers and they receive their due. Alongside that retribution the setting also reveals mercy and loving-kindness. He is the strength and refuge of his people, so they can trust him amid danger.