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Psalms 8:7

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Berean Standard Bible

all sheep and oxen, and even the beasts of the field,

American Standard Version (1901)

All sheep and oxen, Yea, and the beasts of the field,

Bible in Basic English

All sheep and oxen, and all the beasts of the field;

Free Bible Version

the sheep, the cattle, and the wild animals,

Geneva Bible 1599

All sheepe and oxen: yea, and the beastes of the fielde:

King James (Authorized) Version

All sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the field;

One Unity Resource Bible

All sheep and cattle, yes, and the animals of the field,

Translation for Translators

the sheep and the cattle, and even the wild animals,

Unlocked Literal Bible

all sheep and oxen, and even the animals of the field,

Noah Webster Bible

All sheep and oxen, yes, and the beasts of the field;

World English Bible

All sheep and cattle, yes, and the animals of the field,

Young's Literal Translation

Sheep and oxen, all of them, And also beasts of the field,

Context

How Majestic Is Your Name!

⁶You made him ruler of the works of Your hands; You have placed everything under his feet: ⁷all sheep and oxen, and even the beasts of the field, ⁸the birds of the air and the fish of the sea, all that swim the paths of the seas.

Summary

Psalm 8:7 reflects on the majesty of God's creation, specifically focusing on the works of His hands in establishing dominion over all things. It acknowledges the authority and power given to humanity by God to rule over the earth and its creatures. This verse highlights the unique position of mankind in God's creation, showcasing the responsibility entrusted to humanity to care for and steward the world. It serves as a reminder of the divine purpose and significance of human existence within the grandeur of God's design.

Commentary

John Gill
Tyndale

John Gill Bible Commentary

All sheep and oxen,.... The tame creatures, which are useful for food and clothing: yea, and the beasts of the field; the wild beasts, which he can make use of to destroy and devour his enemies, and whom he can restrain from harming his own people, Jer 15:8.

Psalms 8:7

How Majestic Is Your Name!

⁶You made him ruler of the works of Your hands; You have placed everything under his feet: ⁷all sheep and oxen, and even the beasts of the field, ⁸the birds of the air and the fish of the sea, all that swim the paths of the seas.

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Berean Standard Bible

all sheep and oxen, and even the beasts of the field,

American Standard Version (1901)

All sheep and oxen, Yea, and the beasts of the field,

Bible in Basic English

All sheep and oxen, and all the beasts of the field;

Free Bible Version

the sheep, the cattle, and the wild animals,

Geneva Bible 1599

All sheepe and oxen: yea, and the beastes of the fielde:

King James (Authorized) Version

All sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the field;

One Unity Resource Bible

All sheep and cattle, yes, and the animals of the field,

Translation for Translators

the sheep and the cattle, and even the wild animals,

Unlocked Literal Bible

all sheep and oxen, and even the animals of the field,

Noah Webster Bible

All sheep and oxen, yes, and the beasts of the field;

World English Bible

All sheep and cattle, yes, and the animals of the field,

Young's Literal Translation

Sheep and oxen, all of them, And also beasts of the field,