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It is a behavior that is frequently condemned in Scripture, as it reflects a heart that is not aligned with the virtues of humility, love, and respect that are central to Christian teaching. Old Testament Instances Mockery is evident throughout the Old Testament, often directed towards God's prophets and His chosen people. In <a href="/2_kings/2-23.htm">2 Kings 2:23-24</a>, we see an instance where the prophet Elisha is mocked by a group of youths: "From there, Elisha went up to Bethel. As he was walking along the road, some boys came out of the town and jeered at him, saying, 'Go on up, you baldhead! Go on up, you baldhead!' He turned around, looked at them, and called down a curse on them in the name of the LORD. Then two bears came out of the woods and mauled forty-two of the boys." This passage illustrates the seriousness with which God views mockery, especially when directed at His servants. The Psalms also address the theme of mockery, often in the context of the righteous being scorned by the wicked. <a href="/psalms/1.htm">Psalm 1:1</a> states, "Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, or set foot on the path of sinners, or sit in the seat of mockers." Here, mockery is associated with a lifestyle that is contrary to the ways of God, and the psalmist warns against associating with those who engage in such behavior. New Testament Teachings In the New Testament, mockery is most poignantly seen in the events surrounding the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The Gospels record how Jesus was mocked by soldiers, religious leaders, and even those crucified alongside Him. <a href="/matthew/27-29.htm">Matthew 27:29-31</a> describes how the soldiers mocked Jesus: "And they twisted together a crown of thorns, set it on His head, and put a staff in His right hand. They knelt down before Him and mocked Him, saying, 'Hail, King of the Jews!' Then they spit on Him and took the staff and struck Him on the head repeatedly. After they had mocked Him, they removed the robe and put His own clothes back on Him. Then they led Him away to crucify Him." The Apostle Paul also addresses the issue of mockery in his epistles. In <a href="/galatians/6-7.htm">Galatians 6:7</a>, he warns, "Do not be deceived: God is not mocked. Whatever a man sows, he will reap in return." This verse underscores the principle that mockery, especially towards God, is not without consequence. Moral and Spiritual Implications Mockery is often rooted in pride and a lack of empathy, and it can be a tool used by the enemy to sow discord and division. <a href="/proverbs/21-24.htm">Proverbs 21:24</a> describes the mocker as "Proud, Arrogant, and Mocker are his names, one who acts with excessive pride." This highlights the connection between mockery and a heart that is not submitted to God. Christians are called to a higher standard of conduct, one that reflects the love and humility of Christ. <a href="/ephesians/4-29.htm">Ephesians 4:29</a> advises, "Let no unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building up the one in need and bringing grace to those who listen." This instruction serves as a reminder to avoid mockery and instead use words to edify and encourage others. Conclusion While mockery is a behavior that is prevalent in human interactions, Scripture consistently portrays it as contrary to the character of God and the teachings of Christ. Believers are encouraged to guard their hearts and tongues, choosing instead to speak words that reflect the love and grace of the Gospel.<a name="web" id="web"></a><div class="vheading2">Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary</div>1. (n.) Ridicule, deriding, exposure to contempt, by mimicry or insincere imitation, or by a false show of earnestness; a counterfeit appearance.2. (n.) Insulting or contemptuous action or speech; contemptuous merriment; derision; ridicule.3. (n.) Subject of laughter, derision, or sport.<a name="grk" id="grk"></a><div class="vheading2">Greek</div><a href="/greek/1701.htm">1701. empaigmos -- mockery</a> ... mockery. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: empaigmos Phonetic Spelling: (emp-aheeg-mos') Short Definition: mockery Definition: mockery, scoffing ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1701.htm - 6k<a href="/greek/1701a.htm">1701a. empaigmone -- mockery</a> ... empaigmone. 1701b . mockery. Transliteration: empaigmone Short Definition: mocking. Word Origin from empaizo Definition mockery NASB Word Usage mocking (1). ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1701a.htm - 5k<a href="/greek/420.htm">420. anexikakos -- enduring evil</a> ... injury. [420 () shows "the quality of patiently affirming a belief in face of mockery (Wis 2:19)" (Nigel Turner, , 321).]. Word Origin ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/420.htm - 7k<a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/8595.htm">8595. tatuim -- mockery</a> ... mockery. Transliteration: tatuim Phonetic Spelling: (tah-too'-ah) Short Definition: mockery. Word Origin from taa Definition mockery NASB Word Usage mockery (2) ... /hebrew/8595.htm - 6k <a href="/hebrew/5607.htm">5607. sepheq -- handclapping, mockery</a> ... 5606, 5607. sepheq or sepheq. 5608 . handclapping, mockery. Transliteration: sepheq or sepheq Phonetic Spelling: (say'-fek) Short Definition: scoffing. ... /hebrew/5607.htm - 6k <a href="/hebrew/2049.htm">2049. hathulim -- mockery</a> ... 2048, 2049. hathulim. 2050 . mockery. Transliteration: hathulim Phonetic Spelling: (haw-thole') Short Definition: mockers. Word ... /hebrew/2049.htm - 6k <a href="/hebrew/7335.htm">7335. razam -- to wink, flash</a> ... root Definition to wink, flash NASB Word Usage flash (1). to twinkle the eye in mockery: wink. A primitive root; to twinkle the eye (in mockery): wink. ... /hebrew/7335.htm - 5k <a href="/hebrew/5953a.htm">5953a. alal -- to act severely</a> ... root Definition to act severely NASB Word Usage abuse (2), abused (1), bring pain (1), deal (1), dealt (2), made a mockery (2), make sport (1), practice deeds ... /hebrew/5953a.htm - 5k <a href="/hebrew/3917b.htm">3917b. lits -- to scorn</a> ... root Definition to scorn NASB Word Usage carry on as scoffers (1), deride (1), envoys (1), interpreter (1), makes a mockery (1), mediator (1), mock (1), mocker ... /hebrew/3917b.htm - 5k <a href="/hebrew/4426.htm">4426. melitsah -- satire, a mocking poem</a> ... figure. Word Origin from lits Definition satire, a mocking poem NASB Word Usage figure (1), mockery (1). interpretation, taunting. ... /hebrew/4426.htm - 6k<a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/of_derision_or_mockery_two.htm">Of Derision [*Or Mockery] (Two Articles)</a> ... OF DERISION [*Or mockery] (TWO ARTICLES). We must now speak of derision, under which head there are two points of inquiry: (1) Whether ... /...//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/of derision or mockery two.htm<a href="/library/origen/origen_against_celsus/chapter_xiii_but_as_it.htm">But as it is in Mockery that Celsus Says we Speak of "God Coming ...</a> ... Chapter XIII. But as it is in mockery that Celsus says we speak of "God coming down? But as it is in mockery that Celsus says ... /...//christianbookshelf.org/origen/origen against celsus/chapter xiii but as it.htm<a href="/library/augustine/the_harmony_of_the_gospels/chapter_ix_of_the_mockery_which.htm">Of the Mockery which He Sustained at the Hands of Pilate's Cohort ...</a> ... Chapter IX."Of the Mockery Which He Sustained at the Hands of Pilate's Cohort, and of the Harmony Subsisting Among the Three Evangelists Who Report that Scene ... /.../augustine/the harmony of the gospels/chapter ix of the mockery which.htm<a href="/library/origen/origen_against_celsus/chapter_xxii_but_this_low.htm">But this Low Jester Celsus, Omitting no Species of Mockery and ...</a> ... Chapter XXII. But this low jester Celsus, omitting no species of mockery and ridicule which can be? But this low jester [3493] Celsus ... /.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter xxii but this low.htm<a href="/library/various/life_and_works_of_rufinus_with_jeromes_apology_against_rufinus_/25_the_gospel_further_relates.htm">The Gospel Further Relates that the Soldiers Parted the Garments ...</a> ... my vesture they did cast lots." Nor were the Prophets silent even as to the robe, the scarlet robe, which the soldiers are said to have put upon Him in mockery ... /.../25 the gospel further relates.htm<a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_reviling_or_railing_is.htm">Whether Reviling or Railing is a Mortal Sin?</a> ... Reply to Objection 1: It belongs to wittiness to utter some slight mockery, not with intent to dishonor or pain the person who is the object of the mockery ... /.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether reviling or railing is.htm<a href="/library/johnson/the_new_testament_commentary_vol_iii_john/christ_crucified.htm">Christ Crucified.</a> ... Sentence of crucifixion (Mark 15:15; Luke 23:24, 25).15. Scourging and mockery (Matt.27:26-30; Mark 15:16-19; John 19:1-3).16. Further ... /.../johnson/the new testament commentary vol iii john/christ crucified.htm<a href="/library/arnold/the_christian_life/lecture_viii_galatians_v_16.htm">Galatians v. 16, 17</a> ... let us speak the same language to the sick man: tell him, "Follow thy healthy nature, and them shalt not be sick," what would the words be but a bitter mockery ... /.../arnold/the christian life/lecture viii galatians v 16.htm<a href="/library/maclaren/expositions_of_holy_scripture_g/sin_the_mocker.htm">Sin the Mocker</a> ... Or if these consequences are in any measure silenced and stifled, a still more melancholy mockery betrays him, in the continuance of the illusion that he is ... /.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture g/sin the mocker.htm<a href="/library/chadwick/the_gospel_of_st_mark/chapter_15_1-20_pilate.htm">Pilate</a> ... Mark dismisses in a single verse. It was indeed a disgraceful mockery. ... It may have been this mockery which suggested to Pilate the inscription for the cross. ... /.../chadwick/the gospel of st mark/chapter 15 1-20 pilate.htm<a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/m/mockery.htm">Mockery (12 Occurrences)</a> ...Mockery (12 Occurrences). ... Hebrews 11:36 Others again were tested by cruel mockery and by scourging; yes, and by chains and imprisonment. (WEY). ... /m/mockery.htm - 9k<a href="/topical/s/scoff.htm">Scoff (18 Occurrences)</a> ... 1. (n.) Derision; ridicule; mockery; derisive or mocking expression of scorn, contempt, or reproach. 2. (n.) An object of scorn, mockery, or derision. ... /s/scoff.htm - 12k<a href="/topical/m/mockers.htm">Mockers (14 Occurrences)</a> ... Proverbs 1:22 "How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? How long will mockers delight themselves in mockery, and fools hate knowledge? (WEB NIV). ... /m/mockers.htm - 9k<a href="/topical/j/jeer.htm">Jeer (2 Occurrences)</a> ... 3. (v.) To utter sarcastic or scoffing reflections; to speak with mockery or derision; to use taunting language; to scoff; as, to jeer at a speaker. ... /j/jeer.htm - 7k<a href="/topical/t/thorns.htm">Thorns (56 Occurrences)</a> ... speak of the akanthine (Acanthus) crown, but there is no certainty about the peculiar plant, from the branches of which this crown of cruel mockery was plaited ... /t/thorns.htm - 25k<a href="/topical/m/michal.htm">Michal (18 Occurrences)</a> ... after David's enthusiastic joy and ecstatic dancing before the newly restored Ark of the Covenant, she received him with bitter and scornful mockery (2 Samuel 6 ... /m/michal.htm - 16k<a href="/topical/m/mocker.htm">Mocker (11 Occurrences)</a> ... of qallacah "mocking," "derision" (Ezekiel 22:4); of empaigmos the Septuagint for qallacah) (Hebrews 11:36; Wis 12:25; Ecclesiasticus 27:28, "mockery"; 2Ma 7:7 ... /m/mocker.htm - 14k<a href="/topical/m/mocking.htm">Mocking (25 Occurrences)</a> ... of qallacah "mocking," "derision" (Ezekiel 22:4); of empaigmos the Septuagint for qallacah) (Hebrews 11:36; Wis 12:25; Ecclesiasticus 27:28, "mockery"; 2Ma 7:7 ... /m/mocking.htm - 18k<a href="/topical/m/mock.htm">Mock (43 Occurrences)</a> ... of qallacah "mocking," "derision" (Ezekiel 22:4); of empaigmos the Septuagint for qallacah) (Hebrews 11:36; Wis 12:25; Ecclesiasticus 27:28, "mockery"; 2Ma 7:7 ... /m/mock.htm - 23k<a href="/topical/s/sport.htm">Sport (99 Occurrences)</a> ... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) That which diverts, and makes mirth; pastime; amusement. 2. (n.) Mock; mockery; contemptuous mirth; derision. ... /s/sport.htm - 35k<a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/God-is-not-mocked.html">What does it mean that God is not mocked? | GotQuestions.org</a> <a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/crown-of-thorns.html">What is the meaning and significance of the crown of thorns? | GotQuestions.org</a> <a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/wisdom-of-God.html">How can I tap into the wisdom of God? | GotQuestions.org</a> <a href="https://clyx.com/term/mockery.htm">Mockery: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com</a> <a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div>Mockery (12 Occurrences)<a href="/matthew/27-29.htm">Matthew 27:29</a> They twisted a wreath of thorny twigs and put it on His head, and they put a sceptre of cane in His right hand, and kneeling to Him they shouted in mockery, "Long live the King of the Jews!" (WEY)<a href="/hebrews/11-36.htm">Hebrews 11:36</a> Others again were tested by cruel mockery and by scourging; yes, and by chains and imprisonment. (WEY)<a href="/2_peter/3-3.htm">2 Peter 3:3</a> knowing this first, that in the last days mockers shall come with mockery, walking after their own lusts, (ASV)<a href="/exodus/10-2.htm">Exodus 10:2</a> and that you may tell in the hearing of your son, and of your son's son, what things I have done to Egypt, and my signs which I have done among them; that you may know that I am Yahweh." (See NAS)<a href="/numbers/22-29.htm">Numbers 22:29</a> And Balaam said unto the ass: 'Because thou hast mocked me; I would there were a sword in my hand, for now I had killed thee.' (See NAS)<a href="/psalms/44-13.htm">Psalms 44:13</a> Thou makest us a reproach to our neighbours, a mockery and a derision for them that are round about us; (DBY)<a href="/psalms/79-4.htm">Psalms 79:4</a> We are become a reproach to our neighbours, a mockery and a derision to them that are round about us. (DBY)<a href="/proverbs/1-22.htm">Proverbs 1:22</a> "How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? How long will mockers delight themselves in mockery, and fools hate knowledge? (WEB NIV)<a href="/proverbs/19-28.htm">Proverbs 19:28</a> An ungodly witness mocketh at right; and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity. (See NAS)<a href="/jeremiah/10-15.htm">Jeremiah 10:15</a> They are vanity, a work of delusion: in the time of their visitation they shall perish. (See NAS NIV)<a href="/jeremiah/51-18.htm">Jeremiah 51:18</a> They are vanity, a work of delusion: in the time of their visitation they shall perish. (See NAS NIV)<a href="/habakkuk/2-6.htm">Habakkuk 2:6</a> Won't all these take up a parable against him, and a taunting proverb against him, and say,'Woe to him who increases that which is not his, and who enriches himself by extortion! How long?' (See NAS)<a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><a href="/topical/m/mockery.htm">Mockery</a><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><a href="/topical/m/mocketh.htm">Mocketh (10 Occurrences)</a><a href="/topical/m/mockery.htm">Mockery (12 Occurrences)</a><a href="/topical/f/falsehoods.htm">Falsehoods (4 Occurrences)</a><a href="/topical/m/mocked.htm">Mocked (40 Occurrences)</a><a href="/topical/l/lies.htm">Lies (208 Occurrences)</a><a href="/topical/h/hunger.htm">Hunger (52 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/m/mockers_and_conflict.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Mockers and Conflict"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Mockers and Conflict" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/m/mockery_and_derision_from_the_community.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Mockery and Derision from the Community"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Mockery and Derision from the Community" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div> <div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"><script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script></div></td></tr></table></div></div></div> <div align="center"> <div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>