Psalms 104:14 - Exposition

He causeth the grass to grow for the cattle. The results of God's careful arrangements are now spoken of. In the first place, grass—fodder of every kind—is provided for the beasts on which man's life so greatly depends—a boon both to man and beast, of inestimable value. Next, there is brought forth herb for the service of man— i.e. for his direct service—vegetables and fruits for his food; spicy shrubs for his delectation; flax, papyrus, saffron, aloes, etc; for his use. That he may bring forth food out of the earth. That man himself may by his labour, by the cultivation of the natural products, obtain from the earth the food suitable to him.