King James Version

What Does Psalms 107:37 Mean?

Psalms 107:37 in the King James Version says “And sow the fields, and plant vineyards, which may yield fruits of increase. — study this verse from Psalms chapter 107 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.

And sow the fields, and plant vineyards, which may yield fruits of increase.

Psalms 107:37 · KJV


Context

35

He turneth the wilderness into a standing water, and dry ground into watersprings .

36

And there he maketh the hungry to dwell, that they may prepare a city for habitation;

37

And sow the fields, and plant vineyards, which may yield fruits of increase.

38

He blesseth them also, so that they are multiplied greatly; and suffereth not their cattle to decrease.

39

Again, they are minished and brought low through oppression, affliction, and sorrow.


Commentary

KJV Study Commentary
This verse describes restored productivity. 'And sow the fields, and plant vineyards' indicates agricultural renewal. 'Sow' (zara, זָרַע) and 'plant' (nata, נָטַע) are cultivation verbs. 'Which may yield fruits of increase' shows productivity and abundance. 'Fruits of increase' (pri tevuah, פְּרִי תְבוּאָה) means productive harvest. Restored land bears fruit, reversing judgment (v. 34). This fulfills covenant blessing (Leviticus 26:3-5; Deuteronomy 28:4-8). The verse teaches that redemption restores productivity—God gives not just salvation but fruitful labor. This anticipates the new creation where curse is removed and work becomes blessing (Revelation 22:3).

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Historical & Cultural Context

Returning exiles replanted Judah's fields and vineyards, experiencing covenant blessing for obedience. Isaiah prophesied this restoration: 'They shall build houses, and inhabit them; and they shall plant vineyards, and eat the fruit of them' (Isaiah 65:21). Haggai and Zechariah encouraged rebuilding, promising agricultural blessing (Haggai 2:18-19). For the church, spiritual fruitfulness parallels agricultural imagery (John 15:5, 8; Galatians 5:22-23). Believers bear fruit for God's glory through Christ.

Reflection Questions

  1. How does restored agricultural productivity picture spiritual fruitfulness?
  2. What is the relationship between covenant obedience and blessing/productivity?
  3. How does the new creation restore work to its pre-fall blessing without curse?

Original Language Analysis

Hebrew · 7 words
וַיִּזְרְע֣וּ1 of 7

And sow

H2232

to sow; figuratively, to disseminate, plant, fructify

שָׂ֭דוֹת2 of 7

the fields

H7704

a field (as flat)

וַיִּטְּע֣וּ3 of 7

and plant

H5193

properly, to strike in, i.e., fix; specifically, to plant (literally or figuratively)

כְרָמִ֑ים4 of 7

vineyards

H3754

a garden or vineyard

וַ֝יַּעֲשׂ֗וּ5 of 7

which may yield

H6213

to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application

פְּרִ֣י6 of 7

fruits

H6529

fruit (literally or figuratively)

תְבֽוּאָה׃7 of 7

of increase

H8393

income, i.e., produce (literally or figuratively)


Study Guide

Historical Context

This verse is found in the book of Psalms. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.

Theological Significance

Psalms 107:37 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.

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