Psalms 104:25
Psalms 104:25 in Multiple Translations
Here is the sea, vast and wide, teeming with creatures beyond number, living things both great and small.
So is this great and wide sea, wherein are things creeping innumerable, both small and great beasts.
Yonder is the sea, great and wide, Wherein are things creeping innumerable, Both small and great beasts.
There is the great, wide sea, where there are living things, great and small, more than may be numbered.
Consider the sea, deep and wide, full of all kinds of living things, large and small.
So is this sea great and wide: for therein are things creeping innumerable, both small beastes and great.
This, the sea, great and broad of sides, There [are] moving things — innumerable, Living creatures — small with great.
There is the sea, great and wide, in which are innumerable living things, both small and large animals.
So is this great and wide sea, in which are creeping animals innumerable, both small and great beasts.
He turned their heart to hate his people: and to deal deceitfully with his servants.
We see the ocean which is very large [DOU]! It is full of many kinds of living creatures, big ones and little ones.
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Psalms 104:25 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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זֶ֤ה
הַ/יָּ֥ם
גָּדוֹל֮
וּ/רְחַ֪ב
יָ֫דָ֥יִם
שָֽׁם
רֶ֭מֶשׂ
וְ/אֵ֣ין
מִסְפָּ֑ר
חַיּ֥וֹת
קְ֝טַנּ֗וֹת
עִם
גְּדֹלֽוֹת
זֶ֤ה
zeh
H2088
this
Pron
הַ/יָּ֥ם
yâm
H3220
West
Art | N-ms
גָּדוֹל֮
gâdôwl
H1419
Great (Sea)
Adj
וּ/רְחַ֪ב
râchâb
H7342
broad
Conj | Adj
יָ֫דָ֥יִם
yâd
H3027
hand
N-cd
שָֽׁם
shâm
H8033
there
Adv
רֶ֭מֶשׂ
remes
H7431
creeping
N-ms
וְ/אֵ֣ין
ʼayin
H369
nothing
Conj | Part
מִסְפָּ֑ר
miçpâr
H4557
number
N-ms
חַיּ֥וֹת
chay
H2416
alive
N-fp
קְ֝טַנּ֗וֹת
qâṭân
H6996
small
Adj
עִם
ʻim
H5973
with
Prep
גְּדֹלֽוֹת
gâdôwl
H1419
Great (Sea)
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 104:25
זֶ֤ה
zeh
H2088
"this"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning this or that, used to point out a specific person or thing. It appears in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms, to indicate something specific. The KJV translates it as he, here, or it.
Definition: 1) this, this one, here, which, this...that, the one...the other, another, such 1a) (alone) 1a1) this one 1a2) this...that, the one...the other, another 1b) (appos to subst) 1b1) this 1c) (as predicate) 1c1) this, such 1d) (enclitically) 1d1) then 1d2) who, whom 1d3) how now, what now 1d4) what now 1d5) wherefore now 1d6) behold here 1d7) just now 1d8) now, now already 1e) (poetry) 1e1) wherein, which, those who 1f) (with prefixes) 1f1) in this (place) here, then 1f2) on these conditions, herewith, thus provided, by, through this, for this cause, in this matter 1f3) thus and thus 1f4) as follows, things such as these, accordingly, to that effect, in like manner, thus and thus 1f5) from here, hence, on one side...on the other side 1f6) on this account 1f7) in spite of this, which, whence, how
Usage: Occurs in 1061 OT verses. KJV: he, [idiom] hence, [idiom] here, it(-self), [idiom] now, [idiom] of him, the one...the other, [idiom] than the other, ([idiom] out of) the (self) same, such (a one) that, these, this (hath, man), on this side...on that side, [idiom] thus, very, which. Compare H2063 (זֹאת), H2090 (זֹה), H2097 (זוֹ), H2098 (זוּ). See also: Genesis 5:1; Exodus 10:17; Numbers 14:16.
הַ/יָּ֥ם
yâm
H3220
"West"
Art | N-ms
Refers to a large body of water like the Mediterranean Sea or a sea in general, sometimes specifically the west or seaward direction.
Definition: This name means sea, seaward, westward Another name of eph.ron (עֶפְרוֹן "(Mount )Ephron" H6085H)
Usage: Occurs in 339 OT verses. KJV: sea ([idiom] -faring man, (-shore)), south, west (-ern, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 1:10; Joshua 17:10; Psalms 8:9.
גָּדוֹל֮
gâdôwl
H1419
"Great (Sea)"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something or someone great, whether in size, age, or importance. It appears in descriptions of the Great Sea and the Philistines. The word is used to convey a sense of magnitude or grandeur.
Definition: adj great Also named: pe.lish.ti (פְּלִשְׁתִּי "(Sea of the )Philistines" H6430I)
Usage: Occurs in 499 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, elder(-est), [phrase] exceeding(-ly), [phrase] far, (man of) great (man, matter, thing,-er,-ness), high, long, loud, mighty, more, much, noble, proud thing, [idiom] sore, ([idiom]) very. See also: Genesis 1:16; Joshua 7:26; 1 Kings 20:13.
וּ/רְחַ֪ב
râchâb
H7342
"broad"
Conj | Adj
This word means broad or wide, describing something that is roomy or spacious. It can also mean proud or arrogant, and is used to describe a person's attitude. In the KJV, it is translated as broad or large.
Definition: broad, wide Also means: ra.chav (רָחָב ": arrogant" H7342I)
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: broad, large, at liberty, proud, wide. See also: Genesis 34:21; Job 30:14; Psalms 101:5.
יָ֫דָ֥יִם
yâd
H3027
"hand"
N-cd
In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.
Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists
Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.
שָֽׁם
shâm
H8033
"there"
Adv
The Hebrew word sham means there or then, often used to describe a location or point in time. It can also mean thither or thence, indicating movement or direction. This word is used frequently in the Bible to provide context and clarify the setting of a story.
Definition: 1) there, thither 1a) there 1b) thither (after verbs of motion) 1c) from there, thence 1d) then (as an adverb of time) Aramaic equivalent: tam.mah (תַּמָּה "there" H8536)
Usage: Occurs in 732 OT verses. KJV: in it, [phrase] thence, there (-in, [phrase] of, [phrase] out), [phrase] thither, [phrase] whither. See also: Genesis 2:8; Exodus 21:33; Deuteronomy 19:4.
רֶ֭מֶשׂ
remes
H7431
"creeping"
N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to small moving animals like reptiles. It appears in the Bible to describe creatures that creep or crawl on the ground. In the book of Genesis, God creates these animals to inhabit the earth.
Definition: 1) creeping things, moving things, creeping organism 1a) creeping things 1b) gliding things (of sea animals) 1c) moving things (of all animals)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: that creepeth, creeping (moving) thing. See also: Genesis 1:24; Genesis 8:19; Psalms 104:25.
וְ/אֵ֣ין
ʼayin
H369
"nothing"
Conj | Part
This word means nothing or not, often used to indicate the absence of something, as in Genesis 1:2 where the earth was without form. It emphasizes the idea of something lacking or non-existent.
Definition: 1) nothing, not, nought n 1a) nothing, nought neg 1b) not 1c) to have not (of possession) adv 1d) without w/prep 1e) for lack of
Usage: Occurs in 686 OT verses. KJV: else, except, fail, (father-) less, be gone, in(-curable), neither, never, no (where), none, nor, (any, thing), not, nothing, to nought, past, un(-searchable), well-nigh, without. Compare H370 (אַיִן). See also: Genesis 2:5; Deuteronomy 14:27; 1 Kings 15:22.
מִסְפָּ֑ר
miçpâr
H4557
"number"
N-ms
This word refers to a number or quantity, whether large or small, and can also mean a narrative or story. It is used in many biblical contexts to describe counting or recounting events. In the Bible, it appears in passages about census and genealogy.
Definition: 1) number, tale 1a) number 1a1) number 1a2) innumerable (with negative) 1a3) few, numerable (alone) 1a4) by count, in number, according to number (with prep) 1b) recounting, relation
Usage: Occurs in 129 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] abundance, account, [idiom] all, [idiom] few, (in-) finite, (certain) number(-ed), tale, telling, [phrase] time. See also: Genesis 34:30; 1 Chronicles 12:24; Psalms 40:13.
חַיּ֥וֹת
chay
H2416
"alive"
N-fp
In the Bible, this word means life or being alive. It can refer to physical life, like in Genesis 1:20, or spiritual life, like in Psalm 30:5.
Definition: adj 1) living, alive 1a) green (of vegetation) 1b) flowing, fresh (of water) 1c) lively, active (of man) 1d) reviving (of the springtime) Aramaic equivalent: chay (חַי "living" H2417)
Usage: Occurs in 450 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] age, alive, appetite, (wild) beast, company, congregation, life(-time), live(-ly), living (creature, thing), maintenance, [phrase] merry, multitude, [phrase] (be) old, quick, raw, running, springing, troop. See also: Genesis 1:20; Deuteronomy 4:9; 2 Kings 5:16.
קְ֝טַנּ֗וֹת
qâṭân
H6996
"small"
Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone small in size, amount, or importance. It can describe something as little or least, and is often used to convey a sense of youth or insignificance. It appears in various forms throughout the Old Testament.
Definition: young, small, unimportant Another spelling of qa.ton (קָטֹן ": small" H6996B)
Usage: Occurs in 100 OT verses. KJV: least, less(-er), little (one), small(-est, one, quantity, thing), young(-er, -est). See also: Genesis 1:16; 1 Kings 22:31; Psalms 104:25.
עִם
ʻim
H5973
"with"
Prep
This Hebrew word means with or together, like when God is with his people in Exodus 33:14-15. It's used to describe accompaniment or association, and can also mean against or beside. The word is used to convey a sense of relationship or proximity between people or things.
Definition: 1) with 1a) with 1b) against 1c) toward 1d) as long as
Usage: Occurs in 919 OT verses. KJV: accompanying, against, and, as ([idiom] long as), before, beside, by (reason of), for all, from (among, between), in, like, more than, of, (un-) to, with(-al). See also: Genesis 3:6; Exodus 21:14; Deuteronomy 29:11.
גְּדֹלֽוֹת
gâdôwl
H1419
"Great (Sea)"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means something or someone great, whether in size, age, or importance. It appears in descriptions of the Great Sea and the Philistines. The word is used to convey a sense of magnitude or grandeur.
Definition: adj great Also named: pe.lish.ti (פְּלִשְׁתִּי "(Sea of the )Philistines" H6430I)
Usage: Occurs in 499 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] aloud, elder(-est), [phrase] exceeding(-ly), [phrase] far, (man of) great (man, matter, thing,-er,-ness), high, long, loud, mighty, more, much, noble, proud thing, [idiom] sore, ([idiom]) very. See also: Genesis 1:16; Joshua 7:26; 1 Kings 20:13.
Study Notes — Psalms 104:25
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 104:25 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 104:25
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 104:25
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 104:25
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 104:25
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
- Sermons on Psalms 104:25
Context — How Many Are Your Works, O LORD!
23Man goes forth to his work and to his labor until evening.
24How many are Your works, O LORD! In wisdom You have made them all; the earth is full of Your creatures.
25Here is the sea, vast and wide, teeming with creatures beyond number, living things both great and small.
26There the ships pass, and Leviathan, which You formed to frolic there. 27All creatures look to You to give them their food in due season.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 69:34 | Let heaven and earth praise Him, the seas and everything that moves in them. |
| 2 | Psalms 95:4–5 | In His hand are the depths of the earth, and the mountain peaks belong to Him. The sea is His, for He made it, and His hands formed the dry land. |
| 3 | Genesis 1:28 | God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it; rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and every creature that crawls upon the earth.” |
| 4 | Acts 28:5 | But Paul shook the creature off into the fire and suffered no ill effects. |
| 5 | Deuteronomy 33:14–16 | with the bountiful harvest from the sun and the abundant yield of the seasons, with the best of the ancient mountains and the bounty of the everlasting hills, with the choice gifts of the land and everything in it, and with the favor of Him who dwelt in the burning bush. May these rest on the head of Joseph and crown the brow of the prince of his brothers. |
| 6 | Genesis 1:20–22 | And God said, “Let the waters teem with living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth in the open expanse of the sky.” So God created the great sea creatures and every living thing that moves, with which the waters teemed according to their kinds, and every bird of flight after its kind. And God saw that it was good. Then God blessed them and said, “Be fruitful and multiply and fill the waters of the seas, and let birds multiply on the earth.” |
| 7 | Genesis 3:1 | Now the serpent was more crafty than any beast of the field that the LORD God had made. And he said to the woman, “Did God really say, ‘You must not eat from any tree in the garden?’” |
| 8 | Deuteronomy 33:19 | They will call the peoples to a mountain; there they will offer sacrifices of righteousness. For they will feast on the abundance of the seas and the hidden treasures of the sand.” |
Psalms 104:25 Summary
Psalms 104:25 is talking about the amazing ocean and all the creatures that live in it, from tiny fish to huge whales. It's saying that God made all of these creatures and took care of them, just like He takes care of us (as seen in Matthew 6:26). This verse helps us remember how big and powerful God is, and how much He loves and cares for everything He made (Psalms 95:3-5). By looking at God's creation, we can learn more about His character and love for us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the verse mean by 'creatures beyond number' in Psalms 104:25?
This phrase emphasizes the vastness and diversity of God's creation, highlighting His incredible power and wisdom, as seen in Psalms 104:24, where it says 'In wisdom You have made them all'
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
Psalms 104:25 is part of a larger praise to God for His creation, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all living things, as seen in Psalms 104:27, where it says 'All creatures look to You to give them their food in due season'
What can we learn about God's character from this verse?
This verse reveals God's majesty, power, and care for all creation, as also seen in Job 38:1-7, where God speaks about His creation and wisdom
How can I apply this verse to my everyday life?
By recognizing God's hand in creation, we can cultivate a sense of awe, gratitude, and stewardship for the world around us, as encouraged in Genesis 1:28 and Psalms 24:1
Reflection Questions
- As I consider the 'sea, vast and wide', how does it make me feel about God's power and majesty?
- What are some ways I can appreciate and care for the 'living things both great and small' in my daily life?
- How does this verse inspire me to praise God for His creation, and what are some specific things I can thank Him for?
- In what ways can I reflect God's wisdom and care for creation in my own actions and decisions?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 104:25
So is this great and wide sea,.... One of the great and manifold works of God, made in his wisdom, and full of his riches and possessions, as the earth is; this is that collection of waters which God
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 104:25
O LORD, how manifold are thy works! in wisdom hast thou made them all: the earth is full of thy riches.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
Creeping: this word is common to all creatures that move without feet, touching with their belly the element in which they move, whether they creep upon the earth or swim in the sea.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
Psalms 104:25 [So is] this great and wide sea, wherein [are] things creeping innumerable, both small and great beasts.Ver. 25. So is this great and wide sea] Latum manibus, id est sinubus; yet not so great and wide as man’ s heart, wherein is not only that leviathan, some special foul lusts, but creeping things innumerable, crawling bugs and baggage vermin. Wherein are creeping things innumerable] Far more, and of more kinds, than there are on earth.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
(25) So is . . .—Better, Yonder is the sea great and broad. For a moment the poet, “lost in wonder, love and praise,” has forgotten his model, the Mosaic account of creation. But suddenly, as his eye catches sight of the sea—we imagine him on some hill-top, commanding on the one hand the range of Lebanon, on the other the Mediterranean—the words recur to him, “Let the waters bring forth abundantly,” &c Creeping.—See Psalms 104:20. Perhaps here, “swarming.”
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
Verse 25. This great and wide sea] The original is very emphatic: זה הים גדול ורחב ידים zeh haiyam gadol urechab yadayim, "This very sea, great and extensive of hands." Its waters, like arms, encompassing all the terrene parts of the globe. I suppose the psalmist was within sight of the Mediterranean when he wrote these words.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 104:25
25. So is this great and wide sea] R.V. rightly, Yonder is the sea, great and wide. It would almost seem as if the sea lay stretched before the Psalmist’s gaze as he composed his poem. Dean Stanley has pointed out that all the natural features of the Psalm are in sight from the cedar grove of Lebanon (Sermons in the East, p. 217). things creeping] Or, things moving; cp. Genesis 1:21; Psalms 69:34. The word (used in Psalms 104:20 of the stealthy movement of animals in quest of their prey) is not limited to reptiles properly so called. It may refer either to land animals or water animals, or may include both. both small and great beasts] Living creatures, both small and great.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 104:25
So is this great and wide sea ... - Our translation here does not quite express the beauty and the force of the original; “This sea! Great and broad of hands!
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 104:25
25. This great and wide sea— “The words,” says Delitzsch, “properly signify that sea, yonder sea.” In speaking of it the psalmist advances to the fifth day’s work, (Genesis 1:20-22,) and views it as
Sermons on Psalms 104:25
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神造男人的目的 - the Purpose of a Man by Paul Washer | In this sermon, Paul begins by explaining that in the first three chapters of the Bible, he discusses everything that God has done for us in Christ. He then transitions to chapter |
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(Basics) 51. Bringing Up Godly Children by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of teaching children to be honest and responsible. He uses the example of a child stealing a pencil and explains how ignoring |
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Worship by Manley Beasley | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of worshiping God in spirit and truth. He shares a personal experience of surrendering his life to God and the profound impact |
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The New Creation and the New Fall by Bill Randles | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of two different kinds of people in the new world. He emphasizes that while some can thrive in corruption and feed off it, others |
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The Sermon on the Mount - Part 6 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher talks about the challenges and struggles faced by believers in the world. He emphasizes the importance of being anointed by the Holy Spirit and refers |
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(Genesis #9) God in Covenant by J. Glyn Owen | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God wants to communicate His word to us and desires our comfort and service. The preacher highlights the covenant God made with all cre |
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(Pdf Book) Fullness of God by Bakht Singh | Bakht Singh emphasizes that God's ultimate purpose in saving humanity is to fill us with His fullness, as stated in Ephesians 3:19. He explains that despite our sinful nature, thro |