[That] our garners [may be] full, affording all manner of store: [that] our sheep may bring forth thousands and ten thousands in our streets:
That our garners {H4200} may be full {H4392}, affording {H6329} all manner of store {H2177}{H2177}: that our sheep {H6629} may bring forth thousands {H503} and ten thousands {H7231} in our streets {H2351}:
Our barns are full with crops of every kind; the sheep in our fields number thousands, tens of thousands.
Our storehouses will be full, supplying all manner of produce; our flocks will bring forth thousands, tens of thousands in our fields.
Whenour garners are full, affording all manner of store, Andour sheep bring forth thousands and ten thousands in our fields;
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Leviticus 26:10
And ye shall eat old store, and bring forth the old because of the new. -
Deuteronomy 28:4
Blessed [shall be] the fruit of thy body, and the fruit of thy ground, and the fruit of thy cattle, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep. -
Deuteronomy 7:13
And he will love thee, and bless thee, and multiply thee: he will also bless the fruit of thy womb, and the fruit of thy land, thy corn, and thy wine, and thine oil, the increase of thy kine, and the flocks of thy sheep, in the land which he sware unto thy fathers to give thee. -
Deuteronomy 7:14
Thou shalt be blessed above all people: there shall not be male or female barren among you, or among your cattle. -
Deuteronomy 28:8
The LORD shall command the blessing upon thee in thy storehouses, and in all that thou settest thine hand unto; and he shall bless thee in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee. -
Malachi 3:10
Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that [there shall] not [be room] enough [to receive it]. -
Luke 12:16
And he spake a parable unto them, saying, The ground of a certain rich man brought forth plentifully:
Psalms 144:13 is part of a prayer by King David, shifting from a plea for victory in battle to a vision of national prosperity and abundance under God's blessing. This verse specifically articulates a desire for overflowing material blessings, essential for the well-being and security of the nation.
Context
Psalm 144 is often attributed to King David, reflecting his multifaceted life as a warrior and a shepherd-king. The psalm begins with David praising God as his strength and deliverer in war (Psalm 144:1-2). Following this acknowledgment of divine aid in conflict, David transitions into a prayer for the welfare of his people. Verses 12-14 paint a picture of an idealized nation: strong youth, fruitful crops, abundant livestock, and peaceful cities. This verse, therefore, represents a prayer for the tangible blessings that signify God's favor and provide stability and comfort for the community.
Key Themes
Linguistic Insights
The term "garners" (Hebrew: מְזָוֵינוּ, məzāwêy-nū) refers to storehouses or granaries, emphasizing the storage of agricultural produce. The phrase "affording all manner of store" implies a diversity and completeness of provisions, not just one type of crop. The vivid imagery of "thousands and ten thousands" (רִבְבֹות, rivəvōt, meaning "myriads") for sheep is a powerful expression of hyper-abundance and extraordinary fertility, signifying a blessing far beyond normal expectations. It reflects a desire for overwhelming prosperity, underscoring the magnitude of the blessing sought.
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Practical Application
While this verse speaks to ancient agricultural and pastoral wealth, its underlying principles remain highly relevant. It encourages us to pray for God's provision in all areas of life—personal, familial, and national. It reminds us that true prosperity comes from God's hand and that we should seek His blessing for our work and our communities. It also highlights the importance of stewardship over the resources God entrusts to us. Ultimately, it fosters a posture of dependence on God for daily bread and for the flourishing of society, recognizing that all good gifts come from above (James 1:17).