Psalms 104:27 Meaning and Explanation
“These wait all upon thee; that thou mayest give them their meat in due season.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All creatures depend on God to give them food in its proper time.
The Context of Psalms 104:27
The foundational principle underlying all creation is established: all creatures depend entirely on God's provision.
What Does Psalms 104:27 Mean?
All creatures—from the tiniest to the leviathan—wait upon God. Their dependence is absolute and ongoing. The verb 'wait' suggests both expectation and trust; the creatures implicitly trust that their provision will come. This establishes that all life is characterized by dependence on God's provision. None is self-sufficient; all receive from God's hand.
The phrase 'in due season' emphasizes both timing and appropriateness. Food comes not erratically but in its proper time. Seasons bring their appointed foods: spring brings young grass, summer brings seeds and fruits, hunting seasons provide prey. God's provision is not random but ordered, reliable, and fitted to creation's needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 104:27
What does Psalms 104:27 mean?
All creatures depend on God to give them food in its proper time.
What is the context of Psalms 104:27?
The foundational principle underlying all creation is established: all creatures depend entirely on God's provision.