Psalms 107:9
Psalms 107:9 in Multiple Translations
For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.
For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness.
For he satisfieth the longing soul, And the hungry soul he filleth with good.
He gives its desire to the unresting soul, so that it is full of good things.
For he gives drink to those who are thirsty, and food to those who are hungry.
For he satisfied the thirstie soule, and filled the hungrie soule with goodnesse.
For He hath satisfied a longing soul, And a hungry soul hath filled [with] goodness.
For he satisfies the longing soul. He fills the hungry soul with good.
For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness.
Galaad is mine, and Manasses is mine and Ephraim the protection of my head. Juda is my king:
He gives thirsty people plenty of water to drink, and he gives hungry people plenty of good things to eat.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 107:9
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Psalms 107:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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כִּי
הִ֭שְׂבִּיעַ
נֶ֣פֶשׁ
שֹׁקֵקָ֑ה
וְ/נֶ֥פֶשׁ
רְ֝עֵבָה
מִלֵּא
טֽוֹב
כִּי
kîy
H3588
for
Conj
הִ֭שְׂבִּיעַ
sâbaʻ
H7646
to satisfy
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
נֶ֣פֶשׁ
nephesh
H5315
soul
N-cs
שֹׁקֵקָ֑ה
shâqaq
H8264
to rush
V-Qal
וְ/נֶ֥פֶשׁ
nephesh
H5315
soul
Conj | N-cs
רְ֝עֵבָה
râʻêb
H7457
hungry
Adj
מִלֵּא
mâlêʼ
H4390
to fill
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
טֽוֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
pleasant
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 107:9
כִּי
kîy
H3588
"for"
Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
הִ֭שְׂבִּיעַ
sâbaʻ
H7646
"to satisfy"
V-Hiphil-Perf-3ms
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.
נֶ֣פֶשׁ
nephesh
H5315
"soul"
N-cs
The Hebrew word for soul or living being, used in the Bible to describe the essence of a person or animal. It encompasses the ideas of life, breath, and vitality, and is translated as 'soul' or 'creature' in the KJV. This word is central to biblical concepts of humanity and existence.
Definition: 1) soul, self, life, creature, person, appetite, mind, living being, desire, emotion, passion 1a) that which breathes, the breathing substance or being, soul, the inner being of man 1b) living being 1c) living being (with life in the blood) 1d) the man himself, self, person or individual 1e) seat of the appetites 1f) seat of emotions and passions 1g) activity of mind 1g1) uncertain 1h) activity of the will 1h1) uncertain 1i) activity of the character 1i1) uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 683 OT verses. KJV: any, appetite, beast, body, breath, creature, [idiom] dead(-ly), desire, [idiom] (dis-) contented, [idiom] fish, ghost, [phrase] greedy, he, heart(-y), (hath, [idiom] jeopardy of) life ([idiom] in jeopardy), lust, man, me, mind, mortally, one, own, person, pleasure, (her-, him-, my-, thy-) self, them (your) -selves, [phrase] slay, soul, [phrase] tablet, they, thing, ([idiom] she) will, [idiom] would have it. See also: Genesis 1:20; Leviticus 26:43; Judges 18:25.
שֹׁקֵקָ֑ה
shâqaq
H8264
"to rush"
V-Qal
This Hebrew word means to rush or run about, often implying a strong desire or greed. It's used to describe seeking something eagerly, like a wild animal. In the Bible, it appears in contexts like Psalm 42:1, where the psalmist longs for God.
Definition: 1) to run, run about, rush, run to and fro, be eager or greedy or thirsty 1a) (Qal) roving, ranging, longing, rush out upon (participle) 1b) (Hithpalpel) to rush to and fro, rush back and forth
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: have appetite, justle one against another, long, range, run (to and fro). See also: Psalms 107:9; Isaiah 33:4; Proverbs 28:15.
וְ/נֶ֥פֶשׁ
nephesh
H5315
"soul"
Conj | N-cs
The Hebrew word for soul or living being, used in the Bible to describe the essence of a person or animal. It encompasses the ideas of life, breath, and vitality, and is translated as 'soul' or 'creature' in the KJV. This word is central to biblical concepts of humanity and existence.
Definition: 1) soul, self, life, creature, person, appetite, mind, living being, desire, emotion, passion 1a) that which breathes, the breathing substance or being, soul, the inner being of man 1b) living being 1c) living being (with life in the blood) 1d) the man himself, self, person or individual 1e) seat of the appetites 1f) seat of emotions and passions 1g) activity of mind 1g1) uncertain 1h) activity of the will 1h1) uncertain 1i) activity of the character 1i1) uncertain
Usage: Occurs in 683 OT verses. KJV: any, appetite, beast, body, breath, creature, [idiom] dead(-ly), desire, [idiom] (dis-) contented, [idiom] fish, ghost, [phrase] greedy, he, heart(-y), (hath, [idiom] jeopardy of) life ([idiom] in jeopardy), lust, man, me, mind, mortally, one, own, person, pleasure, (her-, him-, my-, thy-) self, them (your) -selves, [phrase] slay, soul, [phrase] tablet, they, thing, ([idiom] she) will, [idiom] would have it. See also: Genesis 1:20; Leviticus 26:43; Judges 18:25.
רְ֝עֵבָה
râʻêb
H7457
"hungry"
Adj
A person who is hungry is described by this Hebrew word, which appears in books like Deuteronomy and Amos. Hunger can be a physical or emotional state, and the Bible addresses both aspects.
Definition: 1) hungry 1a) hungry 1b) hungry man (subst) 1c) of failing strength (fig)
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: hunger bitten, hungry. See also: 1 Samuel 2:5; Psalms 146:7; Psalms 107:5.
מִלֵּא
mâlêʼ
H4390
"to fill"
V-Piel-Perf-3ms
To fill means to make something full or complete, like filling a container or fulfilling a promise. This word is used in many contexts, including being full of joy or having a job completed.
Definition: 1) to fill, be full 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to be full 1a1a) fulness, abundance (participle) 1a1b) to be full, be accomplished, be ended 1a2) to consecrate, fill the hand 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be filled, be armed, be satisfied 1b2) to be accomplished, be ended 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to fill 1c2) to satisfy 1c3) to fulfil, accomplish, complete 1c4) to confirm 1d) (Pual) to be filled 1e) (Hithpael) to mass themselves against Aramaic equivalent: me.la (מְלָא "to fill" H4391)
Usage: Occurs in 242 OT verses. KJV: accomplish, confirm, [phrase] consecrate, be at an end, be expired, be fenced, fill, fulfil, (be, become, [idiom] draw, give in, go) full(-ly, -ly set, tale), (over-) flow, fulness, furnish, gather (selves, together), presume, replenish, satisfy, set, space, take a (hand-) full, [phrase] have wholly. See also: Genesis 1:22; 2 Chronicles 16:14; Psalms 10:7.
טֽוֹב
ṭôwb
H2896
"pleasant"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means good or welfare, describing something that is beneficial or pleasing, like a good deed or a happy time. It is used in many contexts, including Genesis and Psalms. This word is often translated as 'good' or 'beautiful'.
Definition: adj 1) good, pleasant, agreeable 1a) pleasant, agreeable (to the senses) 1b) pleasant (to the higher nature) 1c) good, excellent (of its kind) 1d) good, rich, valuable in estimation 1e) good, appropriate, becoming 1f) better (comparative) 1g) glad, happy, prosperous (of man's sensuous nature) 1h) good understanding (of man's intellectual nature) 1i) good, kind, benign 1j) good, right (ethical) Aramaic equivalent: tav (טָב "fine" H2869)
Usage: Occurs in 521 OT verses. KJV: beautiful, best, better, bountiful, cheerful, at ease, [idiom] fair (word), (be in) favour, fine, glad, good (deed, -lier, -liest, -ly, -ness, -s), graciously, joyful, kindly, kindness, liketh (best), loving, merry, [idiom] most, pleasant, [phrase] pleaseth, pleasure, precious, prosperity, ready, sweet, wealth, welfare, (be) well(-favoured). See also: Genesis 1:4; Ruth 2:22; 2 Chronicles 3:8.
Study Notes — Psalms 107:9
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 107:9 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 107:9
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 107:9
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 107:9
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 107:9
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 107:9
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 107:9
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 107:9
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 107:9
- Sermons on Psalms 107:9
Context — Thanksgiving for Deliverance
7He led them on a straight path to reach a city where they could live.
8Let them give thanks to the LORD for His loving devotion and His wonders to the sons of men.
9For He satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.
10Some sat in darkness and in the shadow of death, prisoners in affliction and chains, 11because they rebelled against the words of God and despised the counsel of the Most High.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Matthew 5:6 | Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. |
| 2 | Jeremiah 31:25 | for I will refresh the weary soul and replenish all who are weak.” |
| 3 | Psalms 34:10 | Young lions go lacking and hungry, but those who seek the LORD lack no good thing. |
| 4 | Luke 1:53 | He has filled the hungry with good things, but has sent the rich away empty. |
| 5 | Psalms 146:7 | He executes justice for the oppressed and gives food to the hungry. The LORD sets the prisoners free, |
| 6 | Isaiah 55:1–3 | “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you without money, come, buy, and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost! Why spend money on that which is not bread, and your labor on that which does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, and your soul will delight in the richest of foods. Incline your ear and come to Me; listen, so that your soul may live. I will make with you an everlasting covenant— My loving devotion promised to David. |
| 7 | Revelation 7:16–17 | ‘Never again will they hunger, and never will they thirst; nor will the sun beat down upon them, nor any scorching heat.’ For the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd. ‘He will lead them to springs of living water,’ and ‘God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’ ” |
| 8 | Psalms 22:26 | The poor will eat and be satisfied; those who seek the LORD will praise Him. May your hearts live forever! |
| 9 | Psalms 132:15 | I will bless her with abundant provisions; I will satisfy her poor with bread. |
| 10 | Jeremiah 31:14 | I will fill the souls of the priests abundantly, and will fill My people with My goodness,” declares the LORD. |
Psalms 107:9 Summary
[This verse is saying that God is the one who can satisfy our deepest longings and needs, whether they are physical or spiritual. He fills us with good things, just like a parent would provide food and drink for their child. As it says in Matthew 6:26, God takes care of the birds and feeds them, and He will do the same for us. By coming to Him in faith and trust, we can experience the satisfaction and filling that only He can provide.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be thirsty and hungry in a spiritual sense?
In the Bible, being thirsty and hungry often refers to a deep longing for spiritual nourishment and satisfaction, as seen in Matthew 5:6, where Jesus teaches that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled.
How does God satisfy the thirsty and fill the hungry with good things?
According to Psalm 107:9, God satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things, which can be seen in the way He provides for our physical and spiritual needs, as promised in Philippians 4:19, where it says that God will supply all our needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
Is this verse only talking about physical hunger and thirst?
While physical hunger and thirst are real needs, this verse is also pointing to the deeper spiritual hunger and thirst that can only be satisfied by God, as seen in John 6:35, where Jesus says, 'I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.'
How can I experience this satisfaction and filling in my own life?
To experience the satisfaction and filling that God offers, we must come to Him in humility and faith, recognizing our need for Him, as seen in Isaiah 55:1-2, where it says, 'Come, everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and he who has no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost.'
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am feeling spiritually thirsty or hungry, and how can I come to God for satisfaction?
- In what ways have I experienced God's provision and satisfaction in my life, and how can I give thanks and praise to Him for these blessings?
- How can I share the good news of God's satisfaction and filling with others who may be struggling with spiritual hunger and thirst?
- What are some practical steps I can take to seek spiritual nourishment and satisfaction, such as reading Scripture, praying, or fellowship with other believers?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 107:9
For he satisfieth the longing soul,.... The soul that is hungry and thirsty, and longs for food and drink, when nature in such circumstances craves.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 107:9
For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness. For he satisfieth the longing soul - "longing;" literally, running to and fro in quest of something. Compare Isaiah 29:8.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 107:9
The longing; either the thirsty, opposed to the hungry here following; or the hungry, as this general phrase is limited and expounded in the next clause. With goodness; with the fruits of his goodness; with good things, ; with food and gladness, ; with that good which they wanted and desired.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 107:9
Psalms 107:9 For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness.Ver. 9. For he satisfieth the longing soul, &c.] This as a recapitulation of the first part, Psalms 107:5-7, and setteth forth the reason why the redeemed should praise God out of the sweet experience they have had of his wonderful providence and goodness toward them. And filleth the hungry soul with goodness] This flower the blessed Virgin picketh out of David’ s garden (among many others out of other parts of Holy Scripture, wherein it appeareth she was singularly well versed), and puts it into her posy, Luke 1:53.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 107:9
(9) Longing soul.—Or, thirsty, as in Isaiah 29:8. (Comp. Psalms 107:5.) The word originally applies to an animal running up and down in search of food or water. (See Joe 2:9; Proverbs 28:15.)
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 107:9
Verse 9. For he satisfieth the longing soul] This is the reason which the psalmist gives for the duty of thankfulness which he prescribes. The longing soul, נפש שוקקה nephesh shokekah, the soul that pushes forward in eager desire after salvation.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 107:9
9. Because he satisfied the longing soul, And the hungry soul he filled with good. The words refer to the particular case of those who were perishing with hunger and thirst, and do not, primarily at any rate, express a general truth, as the A.V. suggests. The language is derived from Jeremiah 31:25; Isaiah 29:8 (A.V. ‘his soul hath appetite’); Psalms 58:10-11; and Luke 1:53 is a reminiscence of this verse.
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 107:9
For he satisfieth the longing soul - This does not mean - what is indeed true in itself - that God has made provision for the “soul” of man, and satisfies it when it longs or pants for its needed
Sermons on Psalms 107:9
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Let God Be in You by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God has chosen individuals from seemingly ordinary and unpromising backgrounds to serve Him. He encourages the audience, whether they a |
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Witchcraft in the Church by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the dangers of seeking power and position in the work of God without paying the right price. He uses the story of Simon in the book of Acts a |
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(1986 Prairie Series) 8 - Biggest Thing God Ever Said by Major Ian Thomas | In this sermon, the preacher discusses how God chooses individuals based on their hearts, rather than their outward appearance or qualifications. The preacher uses the example of D |
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Fast for Prayer in the Square – Day 3 by Carter Conlon | The video shown in the sermon is a two-minute preview of what God is expected to do in the future. The pastors will distribute this video to their congregations to give them an ide |
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A Balm in Gilead—caring One for Another by Emanuel Esh | The sermon transcript discusses the power of God in delivering people from darkness and distress. It emphasizes the importance of praising the Lord for His goodness and wonderful w |
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Vanity, Vanity by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the cyclical nature of life and the search for meaning and purpose. He emphasizes that one generation passes and another comes, and that lif |
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A Fast for Waters That Do Not Fail (Part 1) by John Piper | In this sermon, the speaker, Doug Nichols, emphasizes the importance of taking action and praying for more missionaries to bring the gospel to children suffering from malnutrition |