KJV ORIGINAL
The high hills are a refuge for the wild goats; and the rocks for the conies.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The high mountains are a safe place for the wild goats, and the rocky cliffs are shelter for the small animals.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God has provided safe places in nature where even the wild animals can find protection and refuge.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Psalm 104, a creation psalm that celebrates God's provision and care for all living things. The psalmist would have been familiar with the wildlife of the Middle East, including ibex (wild mountain goats) and rock hyraxes (small furry animals called 'conies' in older translations) that live in the rocky terrain of Israel and surrounding regions.
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