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You open your hand to feed them, and they are richly satisfied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/104.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />When you give it to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are filled with good things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/104.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />When You give it to them, they gather it up; when You open Your hand, they are satisfied with good things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/104.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br /><i>That</i> thou givest them they gather: thou openest thine hand, they are filled with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/104.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br /><i>What</i> You give them they gather in; You open Your hand, they are filled with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/104.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />You give to them, they gather <i>it</i> up; You open Your hand, they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/104.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />You give to them, they gather it up; You open Your hand, they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/104.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Thou dost give to them, they gather <i>it</i> up; Thou dost open Thy hand, they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/104.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />You give to them, they gather <i>it</i> up; You open Your hand, they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/104.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />You give it to them, they gather it up; You open Your hand, they are filled <i>and</i> satisfied with good [things].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/104.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When you give it to them, they gather it; when you open your hand, they are satisfied with good things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/104.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />When You give it to them, they gather it; when You open Your hand, they are satisfied with good things. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/104.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Thou givest unto them, they gather; Thou openest thy hand, they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/104.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />and you feed each one with your own hand, until they are full. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/104.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />That thou givest unto them they gather; thou openest thine hand, they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/104.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />You give it to them, and they gather it up. You open your hand, and they are filled with blessings.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/104.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />You give it to them, and they eat it; you provide food, and they are satisfied. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/104.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />They receive what you give them; when you open your hand, they are filled with good things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/104.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />When You give it to them, they gather it up; when You open Your hand, they are satisfied with good things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/104.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />You give food to them and they receive it; you open your hand and they are filled with food. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/104.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />You give to them; they gather. You open your hand; they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/104.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />That which thou givest them, they gather: thou openest thy hand, they are filled with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/104.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />You give to them; they gather. You open your hand; they are satisfied with good. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/104.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />You give to them—they gather, "" You open Your hand—they [are] satisfied [with] good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/104.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Thou dost give to them -- they gather, Thou dost open Thy hand -- they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/104.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Thou wilt give to them, they will gather up: thou wilt open thy hand, they will be filled with good.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/104.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />What thou givest to them they shall gather up: when thou openest thy hand, they shall all be filled with good. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/104.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 103:28>What you give to them, they will gather. When you open your hand, they will all be filled with goodness.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/104.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />When you give it to them, they gather; when you open your hand, they are well filled. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/104.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />when you give to them, they gather it up; when you open your hand, they are filled with good things.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/104.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />With what thou givest them they are filled; thou openest thine hand, they are satisfied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/104.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />You give to them and they are fed; you open your hand and they are satisfied.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/104.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Thou givest it unto them, they gather it; Thou openest Thy hand, they are satisfied with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/104.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />When thou hast given <i>it</i> them, they will gather <i>it</i>; and when thou hast opened thine hand, they shall all be filled with good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/104-28.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=12983" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/104.htm">How Many Are Your Works, O LORD!</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">27</span>All creatures look to You to give them their food in due season. <span class="reftext">28</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/5414.htm" title="5414: tit·tên (V-Qal-Imperf-2ms) -- To give, put, set. A primitive root; to give, used with greatest latitude of application.">When You give it</a> <a href="/hebrew/lā·hem (Prep:: Pro-3mp) -- ">to them,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3950.htm" title="3950: yil·qō·ṭūn (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp:: Pn) -- To pick or gather up, glean. A primitive root; properly, to pick up, i.e. to gather; specifically, to glean.">they gather it up;</a> <a href="/hebrew/6605.htm" title="6605: tip̄·taḥ (V-Qal-Imperf-2ms) -- To open wide, to loosen, begin, plough, carve. A primitive root; to open wide; specifically, to loosen, begin, plough, carve.">when You open</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: yā·ḏə·ḵā (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">Your hand,</a> <a href="/hebrew/7646.htm" title="7646: yiś·bə·‘ūn (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp:: Pn) -- To be sated, satisfied or surfeited. Or sabeay; a primitive root; to sate, i.e. Fill to satisfaction.">they are satisfied</a> <a href="/hebrew/2896.htm" title="2896: ṭō·wḇ (N-ms) -- Pleasant, agreeable, good.">with good things.</a> </span><span class="reftext">29</span>When You hide Your face, they are terrified; when You take away their breath, they die and return to dust.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-11.htm">Matthew 6:11</a></span><br />Give us this day our daily bread.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/philippians/4-19.htm">Philippians 4:19</a></span><br />And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/1-29.htm">Genesis 1:29-30</a></span><br />Then God said, “Behold, I have given you every seed-bearing plant on the face of all the earth, and every tree whose fruit contains seed. They will be yours for food. / And to every beast of the earth and every bird of the air and every creature that crawls upon the earth—everything that has the breath of life in it—I have given every green plant for food.” And it was so.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/36-31.htm">Job 36:31</a></span><br />For by these He judges the nations and provides food in abundance.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/14-17.htm">Acts 14:17</a></span><br />Yet He has not left Himself without testimony to His goodness: He gives you rain from heaven and fruitful seasons, filling your hearts with food and gladness.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-24.htm">Luke 12:24</a></span><br />Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storehouse or barn; yet God feeds them. How much more valuable you are than the birds!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/9-3.htm">Genesis 9:3</a></span><br />Everything that lives and moves will be food for you; just as I gave you the green plants, I now give you all things.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/145-15.htm">Psalm 145:15-16</a></span><br />The eyes of all look to You, and You give them their food in season. / You open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-26.htm">Matthew 6:26</a></span><br />Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17</a></span><br />Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertainty of wealth, but in God, who richly provides all things for us to enjoy.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/11-14.htm">Deuteronomy 11:14-15</a></span><br />then I will provide rain for your land in season, the autumn and spring rains, that you may gather your grain, new wine, and oil. / And I will provide grass in the fields for your livestock, and you will eat and be satisfied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/9-20.htm">Nehemiah 9:20-21</a></span><br />You gave Your good Spirit to instruct them. You did not withhold Your manna from their mouths, and You gave them water for their thirst. / For forty years You sustained them in the wilderness, so that they lacked nothing. Their clothes did not wear out and their feet did not swell.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/55-10.htm">Isaiah 55:10</a></span><br />For just as rain and snow fall from heaven and do not return without watering the earth, making it bud and sprout, and providing seed to sow and food to eat,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/1-17.htm">James 1:17</a></span><br />Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, with whom there is no change or shifting shadow.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/38-41.htm">Job 38:41</a></span><br />Who provides food for the raven when its young cry out to God as they wander about for lack of food?</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">That you give them they gather: you open your hand, they are filled with good.</p><p class="hdg">no reference </p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/104-16.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/psalms/104-24.htm">Full</a> <a href="/psalms/104-22.htm">Gather</a> <a href="/psalms/80-5.htm">Givest</a> <a href="/psalms/103-5.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/98-8.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/psalms/86-1.htm">Open</a> <a href="/psalms/145-16.htm">Openest</a> <a href="/psalms/104-16.htm">Satisfied</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/107-9.htm">Filled</a> <a href="/psalms/105-30.htm">Full</a> <a href="/psalms/106-47.htm">Gather</a> <a href="/psalms/144-10.htm">Givest</a> <a href="/psalms/106-1.htm">Good</a> <a href="/psalms/105-15.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/psalms/105-41.htm">Open</a> <a href="/psalms/145-16.htm">Openest</a> <a href="/psalms/105-40.htm">Satisfied</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 104</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/104-1.htm">A meditation upon the mighty power</a></span><br><span class="reftext">7. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/104-7.htm">And wonderful providence of God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">31. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/104-31.htm">God's glory is eternal</a></span><br><span class="reftext">33. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/104-33.htm">The prophet vows perpetually to praise God</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/104.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/psalms/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/psalms/104.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>When You give it to them, they gather it up;</b><br>This phrase highlights God's provision and the dependence of creation on the Creator. The imagery of gathering suggests a natural response to divine generosity, reminiscent of the Israelites collecting manna in the wilderness (<a href="/exodus/16-4.htm">Exodus 16:4-18</a>). This act of gathering reflects human responsibility to receive and utilize God's gifts. The phrase underscores the biblical principle that God is the ultimate provider, as seen in <a href="/genesis/22-14.htm">Genesis 22:14</a>, where God is called Jehovah-Jireh, meaning "The Lord will provide." The act of gathering also implies a communal aspect, as seen in the early church's practice of sharing resources (<a href="/acts/2-44.htm">Acts 2:44-45</a>).<p><b>when You open Your hand,</b><br>The open hand symbolizes God's willingness to bless and provide abundantly. This imagery is consistent with the biblical portrayal of God as generous and benevolent, as seen in <a href="/psalms/145-16.htm">Psalm 145:16</a>, "You open Your hand and satisfy the desire of every living thing." The open hand contrasts with a closed fist, which would signify withholding or judgment. In the cultural context of the ancient Near East, an open hand was a sign of friendship and peace, reinforcing the idea of God's gracious nature. This phrase also points to the New Testament depiction of Jesus, who often used His hands to heal and bless (<a href="/mark/1-41.htm">Mark 1:41</a>).<p><b>they are satisfied with good things.</b><br>Satisfaction with good things reflects the fulfillment and contentment that come from God's provision. This echoes the promise of <a href="/psalms/23.htm">Psalm 23:1</a>, "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." The "good things" can be understood as both physical sustenance and spiritual blessings, aligning with Jesus' teaching in <a href="/matthew/6-33.htm">Matthew 6:33</a> to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, with the assurance that all these things will be added. The satisfaction mentioned here is not merely temporary but points to the deeper, eternal satisfaction found in a relationship with God, as Jesus offers in <a href="/john/6-35.htm">John 6:35</a>, declaring Himself the bread of life.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/g/god.htm">God (Yahweh)</a></b><br>The central figure in this verse, God is depicted as the provider and sustainer of all creation. His actions of giving and opening His hand symbolize His generosity and care.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/c/creation.htm">Creation (Animals and Humans)</a></b><br>The recipients of God's provision. This verse highlights the dependence of all living beings on God's benevolence for their sustenance.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_act_of_gathering.htm">The Act of Gathering</a></b><br>This event signifies the response of creation to God's provision. It is an act of receiving and utilizing what God has provided.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god_as_the_ultimate_provider.htm">God as the Ultimate Provider</a></b><br>Recognize that all good things come from God. Our daily sustenance and blessings are a result of His open hand and generosity.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/d/dependence_on_god.htm">Dependence on God</a></b><br>Just as creation depends on God for provision, we too must rely on Him for our needs. This dependence fosters a relationship of trust and gratitude.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/g/gratitude_for_god's_provision.htm">Gratitude for God's Provision</a></b><br>Cultivate a heart of thankfulness for the good things God provides. Acknowledge His hand in both the small and significant blessings in life.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/active_participation_in_god's_provision.htm">Active Participation in God's Provision</a></b><br>While God provides, we are called to gather and make use of His gifts. This involves stewardship and responsibility in managing what we receive.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/contentment_with_god's_gifts.htm">Contentment with God's Gifts</a></b><br>Learn to be satisfied with what God provides, understanding that He knows our needs better than we do.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_psalm_104.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 104</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_stop_gathering_together.htm">Is God our Sustainer?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_foods_are_mentioned_in_the_bible.htm">What foods are mentioned in the Bible?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/why_emphasize_'lifting_up'_in_john_12_32-33.htm">Why does John 12:32-33 emphasize 'lifting up' as a means of drawing people, considering the historical context of crucifixion practices and Jewish expectations of a Messiah?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_ecclesiastes_4_5-6_align_with_proverbs.htm">Ecclesiastes 4:5-6 appears to favor quietness over hard work--how is this consistent with scriptures that commend diligence (e.g., Proverbs 6:6-8)?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/psalms/104.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 28.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">That thou givest them they gather;</span> literally, <span class="accented">thou givest to them</span>; <span class="accented">they gather. <span class="cmt_word"></span>Thou openest thine hand, they are filled with good;</span> or, "are <span class="accented">satisfied</span> with good" (Kay, Revised Version). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/104-28.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">When You give it</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּתֵּ֣ן</span> <span class="translit">(tit·tên)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5414.htm">Strong's 5414: </a> </span><span class="str2">To give, put, set</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to them,</span><br /><span class="heb">לָ֭הֶם</span> <span class="translit">(lā·hem)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition | Pronoun - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1992.htm">Strong's 1992: </a> </span><span class="str2">They</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they gather it up;</span><br /><span class="heb">יִלְקֹט֑וּן</span> <span class="translit">(yil·qō·ṭūn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | Paragogic nun<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3950.htm">Strong's 3950: </a> </span><span class="str2">To pick up, to gather, to glean</span><br /><br /><span class="word">when You open</span><br /><span class="heb">תִּפְתַּ֥ח</span> <span class="translit">(tip̄·taḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6605.htm">Strong's 6605: </a> </span><span class="str2">To open wide, to loosen, begin, plough, carve</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Your hand,</span><br /><span class="heb">יָֽ֝דְךָ֗</span> <span class="translit">(yā·ḏə·ḵā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">they are satisfied</span><br /><span class="heb">יִשְׂבְּע֥וּן</span> <span class="translit">(yiś·bə·‘ūn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | Paragogic nun<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7646.htm">Strong's 7646: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be sated, satisfied or surfeited</span><br /><br /><span class="word">with good things.</span><br /><span class="heb">טֽוֹב׃</span> <span class="translit">(ṭō·wḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_2896.htm">Strong's 2896: </a> </span><span class="str2">Pleasant, agreeable, good</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/104-28.htm">Psalm 104:28 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/104-28.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 104:28 You give to them (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/104-27.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 104:27"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 104:27" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/104-29.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 104:29"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 104:29" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>