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Psalms 104:21

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
The young lions roar after their prey, and seek their meat from God.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The young lions roar as they hunt for their prey, and they look to God to provide their food.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows that even wild animals depend on God to provide what they need to survive.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 104 is a poetic hymn in the Old Testament that praises God as the creator and sustainer of the entire world, drawing from the creation account in Genesis to show His ongoing care for all living things. In the ancient Hebrew context, this psalm reflects a worldview where nature demonstrates God's glory and provision, emphasizing that even wild animals depend on Him for survival. The verse specifically highlights the young lions as symbols of fierce creatures that ultimately rely on God's timing for their food, underscoring the universal dependence on divine sustenance.

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