Psalms 104:18 net — The wild goats live in the high mountains; the rock badgers find safety in the cliffs.

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"The wild goats live in the high mountains; the rock badgers find safety in the cliffs."

— Psalms 104:18, NET Bible

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Psalms 104 — Context

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as well as wine that makes people feel so good, and so they can have oil to make their faces shine, as well as food that sustains people’s lives.

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The trees of the LORD receive all the rain they need, the cedars of Lebanon which he planted,

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where the birds make nests, near the evergreens in which the herons live.

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The wild goats live in the high mountains; the rock badgers find safety in the cliffs.

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He made the moon to mark the months, and the sun sets according to a regular schedule.

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You make it dark and night comes, during which all the beasts of the forest prowl around.

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The lions roar for prey, seeking their food from God.

Psalms 104:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Psalms 104:18 say?
Psalms 104:18 in the NET Bible reads: “The wild goats live in the high mountains; the rock badgers find safety in the cliffs.”
Where is Psalms 104:18 in the Bible?
Psalms 104:18 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 104, verse 18.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 104:18.
What translation should I read Psalms 104:18 in?
Psalms 104:18 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 104:18?
Psalms 104:18 reads (NET): “The wild goats live in the high mountains; the rock badgers find safety in the cliffs.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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