King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
The trees of the LORD are full [of sap]; the cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted;
Complete Jewish Bible:
ADONAI's trees are satisfied -the cedars of the L'vanon, which he has planted.
Berean Standard Bible:
The trees of the LORD have their fill, the cedars of Lebanon that He planted,
American Standard Version:
The trees of Jehovah are filledwith moisture, The cedars of Lebanon, which he hath planted;
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
The trees{H6086} of the LORD{H3068} are full{H7646} of sap; the cedars{H730} of Lebanon{H3844}, which he hath planted{H5193};
Cross-References (KJV):
Numbers 24:6
- As the valleys are they spread forth, as gardens by the river's side, as the trees of lign aloes which the LORD hath planted, [and] as cedar trees beside the waters.
Psalms 92:2
- To shew forth thy lovingkindness in the morning, and thy faithfulness every night,
Ezekiel 17:23
- In the mountain of the height of Israel will I plant it: and it shall bring forth boughs, and bear fruit, and be a goodly cedar: and under it shall dwell all fowl of every wing; in the shadow of the branches thereof shall they dwell.
Psalms 29:5
- The voice of the LORD breaketh the cedars; yea, the LORD breaketh the cedars of Lebanon.
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Commentary for Psalms 104:16
Psalm 104:16 is a part of a larger psalm that celebrates the creativity and majesty of God as seen in the natural world. This particular verse highlights the lushness and vitality of the trees that God has created, with a specific mention of the cedars of Lebanon. These cedars were renowned in the ancient Near East for their grandeur, strength, and longevity, and were often used in the construction of temples and palaces, including the First Temple in Jerusalem built by King Solomon.
The historical context of this verse reflects the value placed on these trees in the region. The cedars of Lebanon were a symbol of enduring majesty and were closely associated with royalty and divinity. By stating that these cedars are "planted" by the Lord, the psalmist acknowledges God's sovereignty over all creation, including the most impressive and valuable aspects of the natural world.
The theme of the verse emphasizes the life-giving power of God, as the trees are described as being "full of sap," indicating their health and vitality. This imagery serves to illustrate God's provision and care for all living things, great and small. It also suggests a connection between God and the natural order, with the Creator intimately involved in the sustenance of creation. The verse invites readers to recognize and appreciate the divine origin and ongoing divine support that sustains the world's flora, and by extension, all life.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H6086
There are 288 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֵץ
Transliteration: ʻêts
Pronunciation: ates
Description: from עָצָה; a tree (from its firmness); hence, wood (plural sticks); [phrase] carpenter, gallows, helve, [phrase] pine, plank, staff, stalk, stick, stock, timber, tree, wood. - Strong's Number: H3068
There are 5521 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: יְהֹוָה
Transliteration: Yᵉhôvâh
Pronunciation: yeh-ho-vaw'
Description: from הָיָה; (the) self-Existent or Eternal; Jehovah, Jewish national name of God; Jehovah, the Lord. Compare יָהּ, יְהֹוִה. - Strong's Number: H7646
There are 92 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שָׂבַע
Transliteration: sâbaʻ
Pronunciation: saw-bah'
Description: or שָׂבֵעַ; a primitive root; to sate, i.e. fill to satisfaction (literally or figuratively); have enough, fill (full, self, with), be (to the) full (of), have plenty of, be satiate, satisfy (with), suffice, be weary of. - Strong's Number: H730
There are 466 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֶרֶז
Transliteration: ʼerez
Pronunciation: eh-rez'
Description: from אָרַז; a cedar tree (from the tenacity of its roots); cedar (tree). - Strong's Number: H3844
There are 64 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לְבָנוֹן
Transliteration: Lᵉbânôwn
Pronunciation: leb-aw-nohn'
Description: from לְבַב; (the) white mountain (from its snow); Lebanon, a mountain range in Palestine; Lebanon. - Strong's Number: H5193
There are 55 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: נָטַע
Transliteration: nâṭaʻ
Pronunciation: naw-tah'
Description: a primitive root; properly, to strike in, i.e. fix; specifically, to plant (literally or figuratively); fastened, plant(-er).