Psalms 104:16
Psalms 104:16 in Multiple Translations
The trees of the LORD have their fill, the cedars of Lebanon that He planted,
The trees of the LORD are full of sap; the cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted;
The trees of Jehovah are filled with moisture, The cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted;
The trees of the Lord are full of growth, the cedars of Lebanon of his planting;
The Lord's trees are well-watered, the cedars of Lebanon that he planted.
The high trees are satisfied, euen the cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted,
Satisfied [are] the trees of Jehovah, Cedars of Lebanon that He hath planted,
The LORD’s trees are well watered, the cedars of Lebanon, which he has planted,
The trees of the LORD are full of sap ; the cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted;
And he called a famine upon the land: and he broke in pieces all the support of bread.
Yahweh, you send plenty of rain to water your trees, the cedar trees that you planted in Lebanon.
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Psalms 104:16 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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יִ֭שְׂבְּעוּ
עֲצֵ֣י
יְהוָ֑ה
אַֽרְזֵ֥י
לְ֝בָנ֗וֹן
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
נָטָֽע
יִ֭שְׂבְּעוּ
sâbaʻ
H7646
to satisfy
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
עֲצֵ֣י
ʻêts
H6086
tree
N-mp
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
The Lord
N-proper
אַֽרְזֵ֥י
ʼerez
H730
cedar
N-mp
לְ֝בָנ֗וֹן
Lᵉbânôwn
H3844
Lebanon
N-proper
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
which
Rel
נָטָֽע
nâṭaʻ
H5193
to plant
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 104:16
יִ֭שְׂבְּעוּ
sâbaʻ
H7646
"to satisfy"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
To satisfy means to fill someone with enough of something, like food or desire, and can also mean to have too much of something.
Definition: 1) to be satisfied, be sated, be fulfilled, be surfeited 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be sated (with food) 1a2) to be sated, be satisfied with, be fulfilled, be filled, have one's fill of (have desire satisfied) 1a3) to have in excess, be surfeited, be surfeited with 1a3a) to be weary of (fig) 1b) (Piel) to satisfy 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to satisfy 1c2) to enrich 1c3) to sate, glut (with the undesired)
Usage: Occurs in 93 OT verses. KJV: have enough, fill (full, self, with), be (to the) full (of), have plenty of, be satiate, satisfy (with), suffice, be weary of. See also: Exodus 16:8; Proverbs 12:11; Psalms 17:14.
עֲצֵ֣י
ʻêts
H6086
"tree"
N-mp
This Hebrew word for tree or wood refers to a strong and firm object, like a tree or a wooden plank, as seen in the carpentry work of Jesus' earthly father Joseph in Matthew 13:55.
Definition: : wood 1) tree, wood, timber, stock, plank, stalk, stick, gallows 1a) tree, trees 1b) wood, pieces of wood, gallows, firewood, cedar-wood, woody flax
Usage: Occurs in 289 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] carpenter, gallows, helve, [phrase] pine, plank, staff, stalk, stick, stock, timber, tree, wood. See also: Genesis 1:11; Joshua 9:23; Psalms 1:3.
יְהוָ֑ה
Yᵉhôvâh
H3068
"The Lord"
N-proper
Yehovah is another name for God, often translated as 'the Lord'. It is a national name for God in the Jewish faith. This name is used throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: Another name of ye.ru.sha.laim (יְרוּשָׁלִַ֫ם, יְרוּשְׁלֵם "Jerusalem" H3389)
Usage: Occurs in 5522 OT verses. KJV: Jehovah, the Lord. Compare H3050 (יָהּ), H3069 (יְהֹוִה). See also: Genesis 2:4; Genesis 24:42; Exodus 8:8.
אַֽרְזֵ֥י
ʼerez
H730
"cedar"
N-mp
A cedar tree, known for its strength and durability, like the cedar wood used to build Solomon's temple in 1 Kings 5-6. The cedar tree was highly valued in ancient times for its timber and wood.
Definition: 1) cedar 1a) cedar tree 1b) cedar timber, cedar wood (in building) 1c) cedar wood (in purifications)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: cedar (tree). See also: Leviticus 14:4; 1 Chronicles 22:4; Psalms 29:5.
לְ֝בָנ֗וֹן
Lᵉbânôwn
H3844
"Lebanon"
N-proper
Lebanon is a mountain range in Israel, named for its white snow or limestone peaks, often mentioned in Psalms and other books.
Definition: Combined with biq.ah (בִּקְעָה " Valley" H1237I) § Lebanon = "whiteness" a wooded mountain range on the northern border of Israel
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: Lebanon. See also: Deuteronomy 1:7; Psalms 104:16; Psalms 29:5.
אֲשֶׁ֣ר
ʼăsher
H834
"which"
Rel
This Hebrew word is a conjunction that connects ideas and events in the Bible, like in the book of Genesis, where it's used to describe the relationship between God and His creation.
Definition: A: 1) (relative part.) 1a) which, who 1b) that which 2) (conj) 2a) that (in obj clause) 2b) when 2c) since 2d) as 2e) conditional if B: Beth+ 1) in (that) which 2) (adv) 2a) where 3) (conj) 3a) in that, inasmuch as 3b) on account of C: Mem+ 1) from (or than) that which 2) from (the place) where 3) from (the fact) that, since D: Kaph+ 1) (conj.), according as, as, when 1a) according to that which, according as, as 1b) with a causal force: in so far as, since 1c) with a temporal force: when
Usage: Occurs in 4440 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, [idiom] alike, as (soon as), because, [idiom] every, for, [phrase] forasmuch, [phrase] from whence, [phrase] how(-soever), [idiom] if, (so) that ((thing) which, wherein), [idiom] though, [phrase] until, [phrase] whatsoever, when, where ([phrase] -as, -in, -of, -on, -soever, -with), which, whilst, [phrase] whither(-soever), who(-m, -soever, -se). As it is indeclinable, it is often accompanied by the personal pronoun expletively, used to show the connection. See also: Genesis 1:7; Genesis 20:9; Genesis 31:16.
נָטָֽע
nâṭaʻ
H5193
"to plant"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To plant or establish something, like in Genesis 2:8 where God planted a garden in Eden. It can also mean to fix or fasten something in place.
Definition: 1) to plant, fasten, fix, establish 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to plant 1a2) to plant, establish (fig.) 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be planted 1b2) to be established (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 55 OT verses. KJV: fastened, plant(-er). See also: Genesis 2:8; Isaiah 17:10; Psalms 44:3.
Study Notes — Psalms 104:16
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 104:16 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 104:16
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 104:16
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 104:16
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 104:16
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
- Sermons on Psalms 104:16
Context — How Many Are Your Works, O LORD!
14He makes the grass grow for the livestock and provides crops for man to cultivate, bringing forth food from the earth:
15wine that gladdens the heart of man, oil that makes his face to shine, and bread that sustains his heart.
16The trees of the LORD have their fill, the cedars of Lebanon that He planted,
17where the birds build their nests; the stork makes her home in the cypresses. 18The high mountains are for the wild goats, the cliffs a refuge for the rock badgers.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Numbers 24:6 | They spread out like palm groves, like gardens beside a stream, like aloes the LORD has planted, like cedars beside the waters. |
| 2 | Psalms 92:2 | to proclaim Your loving devotion in the morning and Your faithfulness at night |
| 3 | Psalms 29:5 | The voice of the LORD breaks the cedars; the LORD shatters the cedars of Lebanon. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 17:23 | I will plant it on the mountain heights of Israel so that it will bear branches; it will yield fruit and become a majestic cedar. Birds of every kind will nest under it, taking shelter in the shade of its branches. |
Psalms 104:16 Summary
This verse tells us that God takes care of the trees and gives them what they need to grow and thrive. Just like the trees, we can trust that God will provide for us and give us what we need to live a full and meaningful life, as Jesus teaches in Matthew 6:33. The mention of the cedars of Lebanon reminds us of God's attention to detail and care for all of creation, from the smallest to the greatest. By looking at how God cares for the trees, we can learn to trust in His goodness and provision for our own lives, just as the Psalmist does in Psalms 23:1-4.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for the trees of the LORD to have their fill?
This phrase suggests that God provides abundantly for the trees, just as He provides for all of creation, as seen in Psalms 104:14-15 where He makes the grass grow for the livestock and provides crops for man to cultivate, bringing forth food from the earth. This is a testament to God's goodness and provision, as also stated in Genesis 1:29-30 where God gives humanity dominion over the earth and provides food for them.
Why are the cedars of Lebanon specifically mentioned in this verse?
The cedars of Lebanon were highly valued in ancient times for their beauty, strength, and fragrance, and their mention here highlights God's attention to detail and care for even the most majestic of creations, much like the way He cares for the sparrows in Matthew 10:29-31.
How does this verse relate to God's relationship with humanity?
This verse shows that God's care and provision extend to all of creation, not just humanity, and yet, as seen in Psalms 8:3-8, humanity is still the pinnacle of God's creation, made in His image and given dominion over the earth. This verse reminds us of God's sovereignty and goodness, as stated in Romans 11:36, where all things are from Him and through Him and to Him.
What can we learn about God's character from this verse?
From this verse, we can learn that God is a God of abundance, provision, and care, who attends to the needs of all of creation, from the smallest creatures to the mightiest trees, as also seen in Matthew 6:26 where Jesus teaches that God feeds the birds of the air.
Reflection Questions
- How does the image of the trees of the LORD having their fill challenge or encourage my faith in God's provision for my life?
- In what ways can I, like the cedars of Lebanon, be planted and nurtured by God, and what does that look like in my daily life?
- What are some ways I can reflect God's care for creation in my own actions and decisions, and how can I be a good steward of the resources He has provided?
- How does this verse inform my understanding of God's relationship with the natural world, and what implications does that have for my own relationship with the environment?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 104:16
The trees of the Lord are full of sap,.... Or "satiated" (s); that is, with rain; and through it are filled with fruits.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 104:16
He watereth the hills from his chambers: the earth is satisfied with the fruit of thy works.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
The trees of the Lord, i.e. which the Lord hath planted, as the next clause expounds this; which came up and grew. and thrive not by man’ s art and industry, but merely by the care of God’ s providence. Are full of sap, Heb. are or shall be satisfied, to wit, with the rain, of whose good effects he is yet speaking. The cedars of Lebanon; yea, even the tallest and largest cedars, such as these were, are supported and nourished by it.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
Psalms 104:16 The trees of the LORD are full [of sap]; the cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted;Ver. 16. The trees of the Lord are fall of sap] Heb. are satisfied, viz. with moisture, sucked by their roots out of the earth plentifully watered, whereby they are nourished, grow mightily, and serve man for meat, drink, medicine, &c. The cedars of Lebanon] These are instanced, as tallest and most durable. God’ s temple at Jerusalem was built of them; and so was the devil’ s temple at Ephesus, for he will needs be God’ s ape.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
(16) The trees . . .—Better, Jehovah’s trees are satisfied. The parallelism shows what are Jehovah’s trees. The cedar of Lebanon (see 1 Kings 4:33) was the grandest and fairest tree known to the Hebrew; and like lightning and the tropical rain, is honoured by the epithet most expressive of grandeur. (See Bible Educator, iv., 359.) Such trees the poet feels must have been planted by the Divine hand itself—man could grow herbs, but not cedars—and here, as a proof of the lavish provision made by the Creator for the fertility of the earth, he states that even these monarchs of the wood have enough.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
Verse 16. The trees of the Lord are full of sap] ישבעו yisbeu, "are saturated." The cedars of Lebanon] God's providence not only extends to men and cattle, but also to the trees of the field and forest. Many of these are not only sustained, but planted by his providence. Who ever planted the seeds of the cedars of Lebanon, or of the thousands of woods and forests on the globe? God himself sowed those seeds, and they have sprung up and flourished without the care of man.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 104:16
16. The trees of Jehovah are not merely stately and majestic trees, but as the next line shews, those which He has planted, the natural growth of the primeval forest, in contrast to trees planted by the hand of man. Cp. Numbers 24:6. They are satisfied (cp. 13 b) with the rain from heaven.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 104:16
The trees of the Lord - From the grass, from the herb, from the vine, and from bread, as adapted to sustain the living beings upon the earth, the psalmist passes to the more lofty and grand
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 104:16
16. Trees of the Lord—That is, Great trees, such as, in the vegetable kingdom, proclaim the greatness of the Lord, as the cedars of Lebanon.
Sermons on Psalms 104:16
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God's Palm Tree Saints by John Hames | John Hames preaches on how the righteous shall flourish like the palm tree, drawing parallels between the characteristics of the palm tree and the Spirit-filled believer. He emphas |
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More Value by Mary Wilder Tileston | Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the care and value God places on His creation, using the example of sparrows and herons to illustrate how God remembers and provides for even th |
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Immediate Imputation Part 2 - Death/condemnation Causal Connection by John Murray | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the doctrine of immediate imputation and its parallel to the doctrine of justification. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the cha |