Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 147:8
8. Clouds The early Sanscrit calls the clouds “the cows of the gods nourishing the earth.” Upon the mountains That is, beyond man’s reach, for the wild goats of the rock. read more
8. Clouds The early Sanscrit calls the clouds “the cows of the gods nourishing the earth.” Upon the mountains That is, beyond man’s reach, for the wild goats of the rock. read more
9. Ravens which cry The young ravens, like the sparrows, are low and worthless birds. The divine care over them implies more care over those who are of more value than many sparrows. read more
Wesley's Explanatory Notes - Psalms 147:9
He giveth to the beast his food, and to the young ravens which cry.Ravens — Which he mentions because they were most contemptible, especially to the Jews, to whom they were unclean: and because they are not only neglected by men, but also forsaken by their dams as soon as ever they can fly, and so are wholly left to the care of Divine providence. read more