Psalms 104:6
Psalms 104:6 in Multiple Translations
You covered it with the deep like a garment; the waters stood above the mountains.
Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment: the waters stood above the mountains.
Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a vesture; The waters stood above the mountains.
Covering it with the sea as with a robe: the waters were high over the mountains;
It was clothed with ocean depths—the waters even covered the mountains—
Thou coueredst it with the deepe as with a garment: the waters woulde stand aboue the mountaines.
The abyss! as with clothing Thou hast covered it, Above hills do waters stand.
You covered it with the deep as with a cloak. The waters stood above the mountains.
Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment: the waters stood above the mountains.
O ye seed of Abraham his servant; ye sons of Jacob his chosen.
Later, you covered the earth with a flood, like a blanket, with the water that covered the mountains.
Berean Amplified Bible — Psalms 104:6
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Psalms 104:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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תְּ֭הוֹם
כַּ/לְּב֣וּשׁ
כִּסִּית֑/וֹ
עַל
הָ֝רִ֗ים
יַֽעַמְדוּ
מָֽיִם
תְּ֭הוֹם
tᵉhôwm
H8415
abyss
N-cs
כַּ/לְּב֣וּשׁ
lᵉbûwsh
H3830
clothing
Prep | N-ms
כִּסִּית֑/וֹ
kâçâh
H3680
to cover
V-Piel-Perf-2ms | Suff
עַל
ʻal
H5921
upon
Prep
הָ֝רִ֗ים
har
H2022
mountain
N-mp
יַֽעַמְדוּ
ʻâmad
H5975
to stand
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
מָֽיִם
mayim
H4325
Water (Gate)
N-mp
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 104:6
תְּ֭הוֹם
tᵉhôwm
H8415
"abyss"
N-cs
Tehom refers to the deep waters of the ocean or sea, including the subterranean water supply. It can also describe the primeval ocean or the abyss.
Definition: 1) deep, depths, deep places, abyss, the deep, sea 1a) deep (of subterranean waters) 1b) deep, sea, abysses (of sea) 1c) primeval ocean, deep 1d) deep, depth (of river) 1e) abyss, the grave
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: deep (place), depth. See also: Genesis 1:2; Psalms 78:15; Psalms 33:7.
כַּ/לְּב֣וּשׁ
lᵉbûwsh
H3830
"clothing"
Prep | N-ms
This word refers to clothing or garments, and sometimes even a wife. It is used in descriptions of how people dress, like in the book of Matthew. The KJV translates it as apparel or clothing.
Definition: clothing, garment, apparel, raiment Aramaic equivalent: le.vush (לְבוּשׁ "garment" H3831)
Usage: Occurs in 33 OT verses. KJV: apparel, clothed with, clothing, garment, raiment, vestment, vesture. See also: Genesis 49:11; Job 41:5; Psalms 22:19.
כִּסִּית֑/וֹ
kâçâh
H3680
"to cover"
V-Piel-Perf-2ms | Suff
To cover something means to fill up hollows or hide something from view, as seen in many biblical stories. This verb is used in various forms throughout the Bible, such as to cover oneself with clothing or to conceal something for protection. It can also mean to overwhelm or spread over something.
Definition: 1) to cover, conceal, hide 1a) (Qal) conceal, covered (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be covered 1c) (Piel) 1c1) to cover, clothe 1c2) to cover, conceal 1c3) to cover (for protection) 1c4) to cover over, spread over 1c5) to cover, overwhelm 1d) (Pual) 1d1) to be covered 1d2) to be clothed 1e) (Hithpael) to cover oneself, clothe oneself
Usage: Occurs in 149 OT verses. KJV: clad self, close, clothe, conceal, cover (self), (flee to) hide, overwhelm. Compare H3780 (כָּשָׂה). See also: Genesis 7:19; Psalms 32:1; Psalms 32:5.
עַל
ʻal
H5921
"upon"
Prep
This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.
Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)
Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.
הָ֝רִ֗ים
har
H2022
"mountain"
N-mp
A mountain or hill, sometimes used to describe a spiritual high point. In the Bible, it can refer to a real mountain or a figurative one. The word is often translated as hill or mount.
Definition: : mount/hill hill, mountain, hill country, mount
Usage: Occurs in 486 OT verses. KJV: hill (country), mount(-ain), [idiom] promotion. See also: Genesis 7:19; Deuteronomy 3:12; Judges 18:13.
יַֽעַמְדוּ
ʻâmad
H5975
"to stand"
V-Qal-Imperf-3mp
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
מָֽיִם
mayim
H4325
"Water (Gate)"
N-mp
This word means water, referring to a liquid or a source of refreshment. It appears in the Bible as a literal and figurative term, including references to wasting or urine. The word is used in various contexts, such as in Genesis and Leviticus.
Definition: This name means water, refreshment
Usage: Occurs in 525 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] piss, wasting, water(-ing, (-course, -flood, -spring)). See also: Genesis 1:2; Leviticus 14:9; Joshua 18:15.
Study Notes — Psalms 104:6
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- Psalms 104:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 104:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 104:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
- Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 104:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 104:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
- Sermons on Psalms 104:6
Context — How Many Are Your Works, O LORD!
4He makes the winds His messengers, flames of fire His servants.
5He set the earth on its foundations, never to be moved.
6You covered it with the deep like a garment; the waters stood above the mountains.
7At Your rebuke the waters fled; at the sound of Your thunder they hurried away— 8the mountains rose and the valleys sank to the place You assigned for them—Cross References
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| 1 | Genesis 7:19 | Finally, the waters completely inundated the earth, so that all the high mountains under all the heavens were covered. |
| 2 | 2 Peter 3:5 | But they deliberately overlook the fact that long ago by God’s word the heavens existed and the earth was formed out of water and by water, |
| 3 | Genesis 1:2–10 | Now the earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the surface of the waters. And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. And God saw that the light was good, and He separated the light from the darkness. God called the light “day,” and the darkness He called “night.” And there was evening, and there was morning—the first day. And God said, “Let there be an expanse between the waters, to separate the waters from the waters.” So God made the expanse and separated the waters beneath it from the waters above. And it was so. God called the expanse “sky.” And there was evening, and there was morning—the second day. And God said, “Let the waters under the sky be gathered into one place, so that the dry land may appear.” And it was so. God called the dry land “earth,” and the gathering of waters He called “seas.” And God saw that it was good. |
Psalms 104:6 Summary
This verse, Psalms 104:6, tells us that God covered the earth with water, showing His incredible power and control over creation. Just like we wear clothes, God covered the earth with the deep waters, and they even stood above the mountains, which is a remarkable image of His strength and authority, similar to what we see in Genesis 1:9-10. This helps us understand that God is not just a creator but also the ruler of His creation, as seen in Job 38:8-11. By reflecting on this verse, we can grow in our appreciation and respect for God's majesty and power.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for God to cover the earth with the deep like a garment?
This phrase suggests that God completely enveloped the earth with water, much like we wear clothing to cover our bodies, as seen in Psalms 104:6 and supported by the creation account in Genesis 1:2 and Genesis 1:9-10.
How high did the waters stand above the mountains?
The verse does not provide a specific measurement, but it emphasizes the overwhelming power and presence of God's creation, similar to the description of the flood in Genesis 7:19-20.
Is this verse talking about the original creation or a later flood?
While the context of Psalms 104 is poetic and praising God's creation and power, the specific event referenced here is not explicitly stated, but it can be connected to the early creation account and the establishment of the earth's foundations, as mentioned in Psalms 104:5 and Genesis 1:9-10.
What is the significance of the waters standing above the mountains?
This image portrays the absolute control God has over His creation, highlighting His power and authority, a theme also found in Job 38:8-11 and Jeremiah 5:22.
Reflection Questions
- How does the image of God covering the earth with water like a garment impact my understanding of His creative power?
- In what ways can I reflect on the majesty and authority of God as described in this verse in my daily life?
- What does the relationship between God's command and the response of creation teach me about obedience and trust?
- How can I apply the concept of God's sovereign control over nature to my faith and trust in Him during challenging times?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 104:6
Thou coverest it with the deep as with a garment,.... This refers not to the waters of the flood, when the earth was covered with them, even the tops of the highest mountains; but to the huge mass of
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 104:6
Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment: the waters stood above the mountains. Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment. "It," the earth.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
Thou coveredst it with the deep; either, 1. In the general deluge. Or rather, 2. In the first creation, as we read, ,9; of which the psalmist is here speaking. The waters stood above the mountains; the mountains were not made by the deluge, as some have thought, who for that reason understand this verse of the said deluge, for it is apparent they were before it, , and most probably were in the first creation, because this variety of mountains and valleys is both ornamental and useful to the world.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
Psalms 104:6 Thou coveredst it with the deep as [with] a garment: the waters stood above the mountains.Ver. 6. Thou coverest it with the deep as with a garment] Operueras, Thou hadst at first covered it, till thou for man’ s sake hadst made a distinction; for else such a garment would this have been to the earth as the shirt made for the murdering of Agamemnon, where he had no issue out. The waters stood above the mountains] As the garment, in the proper use of it, is above the body; and so they would still, did not God, for our sakes, set them their bounds and borders.
Ellicott's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
(6) The deep.—The water-world is first considered as a vast garment wrapped round the earth, so that the mountain-tops are covered. But here it is beyond its right, and the Divine rebuke forces it to retire within narrower limits. It is noticeable that the idea of a chaos finds no place in the poetic conception of the world’s genesis. The primitive world is not formless, but has its mountains and valleys already existing, though merged beneath the sea.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
Verse 6. Thou coveredst it with the deep] This seems to be spoken in allusion to the creation of the earth, when it was without form and void, and darkness was upon the face of the deep, and the waters invested the whole, till God separated the dry land from them; thus forming the seas and the terraqueous globe. The poet Ovid has nearly the same idea: - Densior his tellus, elementaque grandia traxit, Et pressa est gravitate sua; circumfluus humor Ultima possedit, solidumque coercuit orbem. Met. lib. i., ver. 29. Earth sinks beneath, and draws a numerous throng Of ponderous, thick, unwieldy seeds along: About her coasts unruly waters roar; And, rising on a ridge, insult the shore. DRYDEN.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 104:6
6. This verse does not refer to the Flood, though its language may be borrowed from the account of the Flood (Genesis 7:19-20; and cp. Psalms 104:9 with Genesis 9:11; Genesis 9:15), but to the primitive condition of the earth. It is regarded as already moulded into hill and valley, but enveloped with the ‘abyss’ of waters (Genesis 1:2), by which even the highest mountains are covered. Cp. Milton, Par. Lost, vii. 278, Over all the face of earth Main ocean flowed.” The tense of the original is a graphic ‘imperfect.’ “The waters were standing above the mountains.”
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 104:6
Thou coveredst it with the deep as with a garment - Compare the notes at Job 38:9. The meaning is, that God covered the earth with the sea - the waters - the abyss - as if a garment had been spread over it.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 104:6
6. Thou coveredst it with the deep—The word “deep,” úäåí, (tehom,) means, agitated “deep,” “mass of raging waters,” flood. So Psalms 42:7.
Sermons on Psalms 104:6
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The Key to Reclaiming Culture by Ken Ham | This sermon emphasizes the importance of standing on the authority of God's Word, particularly focusing on the foundational history presented in Genesis. It addresses the impact of |
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The Flood and Modern Geology by John Whitcomb | In this lecture on the flood and modern geology, the speaker discusses the rejection of the historicity of a global flood by leading scientists. He argues that this rejection is no |
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The Word "All" Makes Noahs Flood Global by Ken Ham | In this video, Ken Ham discusses the extent of Noah's flood as described in the Bible. He emphasizes the importance of the word "all" in understanding the global nature of the floo |
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(Debate) Genetics, Biology, Evolution and the Bible by Shane Idleman | This sermon discusses the misconception of 'junk DNA' in science, highlighting how it actually serves as switches in the DNA system, aligning with the concept of purposeful design |
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The Consent of the Will. by Watchman Nee | Watchman Nee emphasizes the critical role of the will in the relationship between God and humanity, asserting that both God and Satan require our consent to act in our lives. He ex |
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The Manner in Which the Salvation of the Soul Is to Be Sought by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards preaches about the importance of undertaking great endeavors for our own salvation, using Noah's obedience in building the ark as an example. He emphasizes the tho |
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2 Peter 3:5 by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the willful ignorance of those who profess Christianity yet choose to disregard the foundational truths of creation and divine judgment. He explains that the h |