For every beast of the forest is mine, and the cattle upon a thousand hills.
For every wild animal in the forest belongs to me, and all the livestock on thousands of hills are mine.
God is declaring that He owns all the animals and creatures in the world - everything belongs to Him.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Psalms, Chapter 50 is a psalm attributed to Asaph, where God speaks directly to the people of Israel as a divine judge calling them to account for their worship and sacrifices. This verse highlights God's absolute ownership over all creation, including animals and livestock, to emphasize that human offerings do not increase His wealth or control Him. In ancient Israelite culture, where wealth was often measured by herds and land, this declaration served as a reminder that everything ultimately belongs to God, not people.
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