Psalms 65:13

The pastures are clothed with flocks; the valleys also are covered over with corn; they shout for joy, they also sing.

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the meadows are clothed with flocks and the valleys blanketed with grain, so they shout for joy and break into song.

The pastures are clothed with flocks, and the valleys are decked with grain. They shout in triumph; indeed, they sing.

The pastures are clothed with flocks; The valleys also are covered over with grain; They shout for joy, they also sing.

Context of Psalms 65:13

Psalm 65 is a vibrant psalm of thanksgiving, celebrating God's goodness and faithfulness, particularly His provision through a bountiful harvest. The psalmist begins by praising God for hearing prayer and forgiving sins (Psalm 65:2-3), then transitions to extolling His power in creation, describing how God establishes the mountains and calms the seas. The latter part of the psalm focuses on God's active involvement in preparing the earth for sustenance. Verses 9-12 detail God watering the furrows, settling the ridges, and blessing the springing thereof, leading directly to the overflowing abundance described in verse 13. This verse serves as the joyful culmination of God's meticulous care for the land, showcasing the tangible results of His divine blessing.

Key Themes and Messages

  • Divine Provision and Abundance: The verse vividly portrays God as the ultimate provider, whose blessing results in overwhelming fertility and plenty. The imagery of pastures "clothed with flocks" and valleys "covered over with corn" speaks to an overflowing supply of sustenance, highlighting God's generosity.
  • Joy in Creation: A striking theme is the personification of nature itself. The pastures and valleys are not merely abundant; they "shout for joy" and "sing." This suggests that the entire creation, in its flourishing state, offers a resounding chorus of praise to its Creator, inviting humanity to join in this joyful response.
  • God's Faithfulness: The scene of prosperity underscores God's unwavering faithfulness to His covenant promises and His consistent care for the earth and its inhabitants. It's a testament to His reliable cycle of seasons and His benevolent oversight.

Linguistic Insights

The KJV uses evocative language to paint this picture of abundance:

  • "clothed with flocks": The Hebrew word for 'clothed' (labash) implies that the flocks are so numerous they literally cover the landscape, as if the land itself is wearing them like a garment. This conveys a sense of overwhelming density and prosperity in animal husbandry.
  • "covered over with corn": Here, "corn" refers to grain in general (like wheat or barley), not specifically maize. The Hebrew ('atah) suggests a vast, unbroken expanse of ripe grain, indicating an exceptionally successful harvest.
  • "they shout for joy, they also sing": The Hebrew verbs used, run (to give a ringing cry, shout for joy) and zamar (to make music, sing praise), emphasize an audible, exuberant celebration. This personification of the fields and valleys underlines the profound sense of gladness that God's provision brings to the entire created order, much like the mountains and hills breaking forth into singing in Isaiah 55:12.

Practical Application

Psalms 65:13 calls believers to a deeper appreciation for God's ongoing provision in their lives. While the context is agricultural, the principle extends to all areas where God blesses and sustains. It encourages us to:

  • Recognize God's Hand: See God's active work not just in grand miracles but in the daily blessings of sustenance, health, and natural beauty. Every meal, every thriving plant, every animal is a testament to His care.
  • Cultivate Thanksgiving: Just as the valleys "shout for joy," we are called to respond to God's goodness with heartfelt praise and thanksgiving. This means acknowledging Him as the source of all good things, as encouraged in Psalm 100:4.
  • Live in Hope: The faithfulness of God in providing for the earth assures us of His faithfulness in providing for our spiritual and physical needs. This verse can be a source of encouragement, reminding us that God delights in blessing His creation.
Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.
  • Isaiah 55:12

    For ye shall go out with joy, and be led forth with peace: the mountains and the hills shall break forth before you into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap [their] hands.
  • Isaiah 35:1

    ¶ The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose.
  • Isaiah 35:2

    It shall blossom abundantly, and rejoice even with joy and singing: the glory of Lebanon shall be given unto it, the excellency of Carmel and Sharon, they shall see the glory of the LORD, [and] the excellency of our God.
  • Acts 14:17

    Nevertheless he left not himself without witness, in that he did good, and gave us rain from heaven, and fruitful seasons, filling our hearts with food and gladness.
  • Psalms 98:7

    Let the sea roar, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.
  • Psalms 98:9

    Before the LORD; for he cometh to judge the earth: with righteousness shall he judge the world, and the people with equity.
  • Isaiah 30:23

    Then shall he give the rain of thy seed, that thou shalt sow the ground withal; and bread of the increase of the earth, and it shall be fat and plenteous: in that day shall thy cattle feed in large pastures.

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