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Psalms 104:29 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Psalms 104:29 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 104 verse 29 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Thou hidest thy face, they are troubled: thou takest away their breath, they die, and return to their dust.”
Psalms 104:29 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 104:29
When God hides His face, creatures are troubled; when He takes away breath (ruach), they die and return to dust (aphar). This sobering verse acknowledges God's power over life and death. Hiding His face suggests withdrawal of favor, causing distress. Taking away breath (the same word as Spirit) causes death, reversing the creation of Adam. Returning to dust recalls Genesis 3:19's curse. All life exists moment-by-moment by God's sustaining power. Christ's death ('gave up his spirit,' John 19:30) and resurrection demonstrate His authority over death itself.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 104:29
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“If he gathered to himself his spirit and his breath”
“and the spirit returns to God who gave it.”
“and he returns to the earth. In that very day”
“as though he needed anything”
“Yahweh”
“saying”
“for out of it you were taken. For you are dust”
“I beg you”
“and hold me for your enemy?”
“who then can condemn? When he hides his face”