New International Versionall flocks and herds, and the animals of the wild,
New Living Translationthe flocks and the herds and all the wild animals,
English Standard Versionall sheep and oxen, and also the beasts of the field,
Berean Standard Bibleall sheep and oxen, and even the beasts of the field,
King James BibleAll sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the field;
New King James VersionAll sheep and oxen— Even the beasts of the field,
New American Standard BibleAll sheep and oxen, And also the animals of the field,
NASB 1995All sheep and oxen, And also the beasts of the field,
NASB 1977All sheep and oxen, And also the beasts of the field,
Legacy Standard BibleAll sheep and oxen, And also the animals of the field,
Amplified BibleAll sheep and oxen, And also the beasts of the field,
Christian Standard Bibleall the sheep and oxen, as well as the animals in the wild,
Holman Christian Standard Bibleall the sheep and oxen, as well as the animals in the wild,
American Standard VersionAll sheep and oxen, Yea, and the beasts of the field,
Contemporary English Versionthe sheep and the cattle, and every wild animal,
English Revised VersionAll sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the field;
GOD'S WORD® Translationall the sheep and cattle, the wild animals,
Good News Translationsheep and cattle, and the wild animals too;
International Standard VersionSheep and cattle—all of them, wild creatures of the field,
NET Bibleincluding all the sheep and cattle, as well as the wild animals,
New Heart English Bibleall sheep and cattle, and also the wild animals,
Webster's Bible TranslationAll sheep and oxen, yes, and the beasts of the field; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleall sheep and oxen, and even the beasts of the field,
World English BibleAll sheep and cattle, yes, and the animals of the field, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionSheep and oxen, all of them, "" And also beasts of the field,
Young's Literal Translation Sheep and oxen, all of them, And also beasts of the field,
Smith's Literal TranslationSheep and oxen, all of them, and also the cattle of the field; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThou hast subjected all things under his feet, all sheep and oxen: moreover the beasts also of the fields.
Catholic Public Domain VersionYou have subjected all things under his feet, all sheep and oxen, and in addition: the beasts of the field,
New American Bible
All sheep and oxen, even the beasts of the field,
New Revised Standard Version
all sheep and oxen, and also the beasts of the field,Translations from Aramaic Lamsa Bible
All sheep and oxen, yea, and the beasts of the wilderness;
Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
All sheep and oxen, also the animals of the wildernessOT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917
Sheep and oxen, all of them, Yea, and the beasts of the field;
Brenton Septuagint Translation
sheep and all oxen, yea and the cattle of the field;
Additional Translations ... Audio Bible
Context How Majestic is Your Name!… 6You made him ruler of the works of Your hands; You have placed everything under his feet: 7allsheepand oxen,and eventhe beastsof the field,8the birds of the air and the fish of the sea, all that swim the paths of the seas.…
Cross References Genesis 1:26-28Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, after Our likeness, to rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air, over the livestock, and over all the earth itself and every creature that crawls upon it.” / So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them. / God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it; rule over the fish of the sea and the birds of the air and every creature that crawls upon the earth.”
Hebrews 2:6-8But somewhere it is testified in these words: “What is man that You are mindful of him, or the son of man that You care for him? / You made him a little lower than the angels; You crowned him with glory and honor / and placed everything under his feet.” When God subjected all things to him, He left nothing outside of his control. Yet at present we do not see everything subject to him.
1 Corinthians 15:27For “God has put everything under His feet.” Now when it says that everything has been put under Him, this clearly does not include the One who put everything under Him.
Ephesians 1:22And God put everything under His feet and made Him head over everything for the church,
Genesis 9:2The fear and dread of you will fall on every living creature on the earth, every bird of the air, every creature that crawls on the ground, and all the fish of the sea. They are delivered into your hand.
Matthew 28:18Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.
Colossians 1:16For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him.
Romans 8:20-22For the creation was subjected to futility, not by its own will, but because of the One who subjected it, in hope / that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God. / We know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until the present time.
1 Peter 3:22who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers subject to Him.
Job 5:23For you will have a covenant with the stones of the field, and the wild animals will be at peace with you.
Daniel 7:14And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.
Philippians 2:9-10Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, / that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,
Isaiah 11:6-9The wolf will live with the lamb, and the leopard will lie down with the goat; the calf and young lion and fatling will be together, and a little child will lead them. / The cow will graze with the bear, their young will lie down together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox. / The infant will play by the cobra’s den, and the toddler will reach into the viper’s nest. ...
Revelation 5:13And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!”
Job 12:7-10But ask the animals, and they will instruct you; ask the birds of the air, and they will tell you. / Or speak to the earth, and it will teach you; let the fish of the sea inform you. / Which of all these does not know that the hand of the LORD has done this? ...
Treasury of Scripture All sheep and oxen, yes, and the beasts of the field; Heb. Genesis 2:20 And Adam gave names to all cattle, and to the fowl of the air, and to every beast of the field; but for Adam there was not found an help meet for him. Jump to Previous AnimalsBeastsCattleFieldFlocksHerdsOxenSheepJump to Next AnimalsBeastsCattleFieldFlocksHerdsOxenSheepPsalm 8 1.God's glory is magnified by his works, and by his love to manall sheep and oxenThis phrase highlights the dominion given to humanity over domesticated animals, reflecting the creation mandate in Genesis 1:26-28, where God grants humans authority over all living creatures. Sheep and oxen were central to the agrarian economy of ancient Israel, providing wool, milk, meat, and labor. The mention of these animals underscores the responsibility and stewardship humans have over creation. In a broader theological context, this dominion is a type of Christ's ultimate authority over all creation, as seen in passages like Colossians 1:16-17, where Christ is described as the one through whom all things were created and are sustained. and even the beasts of the field
This phrase extends the scope of human dominion to include wild animals, not just domesticated ones. The "beasts of the field" represent the untamed aspects of creation, emphasizing the comprehensive nature of the authority granted to humanity. This dominion is a reflection of God's sovereignty, as humans are made in His image. The phrase also connects to the peaceable kingdom imagery inIsaiah 11:6-9, where harmony is restored among all creatures, pointing to the eschatological hope of a renewed creation under Christ's reign. Historically, the relationship between humans and wild animals was significant for survival and cultural development, as seen in the practices of hunting and animal husbandry in ancient societies. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidThe author of Psalm 8, traditionally believed to be King David, who was a shepherd before becoming king. His background gives him a unique perspective on the relationship between humans and animals. 2. Sheep and OxenThese animals represent domesticated creatures that are under human care and dominion. They are often used in biblical times for agriculture, food, and sacrifices. 3. Beasts of the FieldThis term refers to wild animals, indicating the broader scope of creation that humans are given dominion over. 4. CreationThe broader context of Psalm 8 is a reflection on God's creation and the place of humanity within it. 5. EdenThe Garden of Eden is the original setting where humans were given dominion over animals, reflecting the order of creation. Teaching Points Human ResponsibilityAs stewards of God's creation, humans have a responsibility to care for and manage the earth and its creatures wisely and compassionately. Reflection of God's OrderThe dominion over animals reflects God's intended order and harmony in creation, which should lead us to worship and reverence for the Creator. Christ's FulfillmentJesus is the ultimate fulfillment of humanity's role, perfectly exercising dominion and stewardship, and restoring the broken relationship between creation and humanity. Value of CreationRecognizing the value of all creatures can lead to a deeper appreciation for God's creative work and inspire us to live in harmony with nature. Lists and Questions Top 10 Lessons from Psalm 8
What foods are mentioned in the Bible?
If Psalm 7:8 claims personal righteousness, does this contradict the broader biblical teaching of universal sinfulness (e.g., Romans 3:10)?
If humans truly held dominion over creation (Psalm 8:6-8), why have animals and nature often prevailed over humans historically, such as through natural disasters or pandemics?
How does the prosperity promised in Psalm 144:12-14 align with available historical and archaeological evidence about David's reign?Verse 7. - All sheep and oxen; literally, flocks and oxen, all of them. The domesticated animals are placed first, as most completely under man's actual dominion. Yea, and the beasts of the field; i.e. "and all other land animals" (comp. Genesis 1:28; Genesis 9:2). If some were still unsubdued ( 2 Kings 17:25, 26; Job 40:24; Job 41:1-10), their subjugation was only a question of time (see Isaiah 11:6-9; Isaiah 65:25).
Parallel Commentaries ...
Hebrew allכֻּלָּ֑ם(kul·lām)Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine plural
Strong's 3605:The whole, all, any, everysheepצֹנֶ֣ה(ṣō·neh)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6792:A flockand oxen,וַאֲלָפִ֣ים(wa·’ă·lā·p̄îm)Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 504:A family, an ox, cowand evenוְ֝גַ֗ם(wə·ḡam)Conjunctive waw | Conjunction
Strong's 1571:Assemblage, also, even, yea, though, both, andthe beastsבַּהֲמ֥וֹת(ba·hă·mō·wṯ)Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 929:A dumb beast, any large quadruped, animalof the field,שָׂדָֽי׃(śā·ḏāy)Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7704:Field, land
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