Psalms 145:15 Meaning and Explanation
“The eyes of all wait upon thee; and thou givest them their meat in due season.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All creatures look to God in hope, and he provides their food at the right time.
The Context of Psalms 145:15
All creatures depend on God, who provides their sustenance at the proper time.
What Does Psalms 145:15 Mean?
'The eyes of all wait upon thee' presents a striking image of universal dependence and expectation. Whether conscious or not, all creation—human and animal—is oriented toward God. 'Wait upon' connotes both hope and patient trust. This waiting is not demanding but receptive, acknowledging dependence on a source beyond oneself.
'Thou givest them their meat in due season' describes God's faithful provision. 'Meat' means sustenance, the fundamental requirement for life. 'In due season' emphasizes divine timing and wisdom—provision comes when needed, not chaotically or randomly. This verse affirms that God's providential care is reliable and responsive to need. It invites the reader to recognize daily sustenance as a gift and evidence of divine attentiveness.
Psalms 145:15 in the Original Language
et (עֵת), 'due season' — the proper, fitting time; suggests God's wisdom in the timing of provision.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 145:15
What does Psalms 145:15 mean?
All creatures look to God in hope, and he provides their food at the right time.
What is the context of Psalms 145:15?
All creatures depend on God, who provides their sustenance at the proper time.