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Psalms 104:12

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
By them shall the fowls of the heaven have their habitation, which sing among the branches.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

By them the birds of the sky make their homes, singing among the branches.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes how God provides places for birds to live and sing in the trees He has created.

📚 Historical Context

Psalms 104 is a poetic hymn in the Old Testament that celebrates God's role as the creator and sustainer of the natural world, drawing from the ancient Hebrew tradition of praising God through observations of creation. In this specific verse, "them" refers to the springs and streams described earlier in the psalm, which provide habitats for birds, illustrating how God ensures the needs of all creatures are met. This reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's ongoing provision, as seen in the Genesis account of creation.

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