Psalm 104:23
New International Version
Then people go out to their work, to their labor until evening.

New Living Translation
Then people go off to their work, where they labor until evening.

English Standard Version
Man goes out to his work and to his labor until the evening.

Berean Standard Bible
Man goes forth to his work and to his labor until evening.

King James Bible
Man goeth forth unto his work and to his labour until the evening.

New King James Version
Man goes out to his work And to his labor until the evening.

New American Standard Bible
A person goes out to his work And to his labor until evening.

NASB 1995
Man goes forth to his work And to his labor until evening.

NASB 1977
Man goes forth to his work And to his labor until evening.

Legacy Standard Bible
Man goes forth to his work And to his labor until evening.

Amplified Bible
Man goes out to his work And remains at his labor until evening.

Christian Standard Bible
Man goes out to his work and to his labor until evening.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Man goes out to his work and to his labor until evening.

American Standard Version
Man goeth forth unto his work And to his labor until the evening.

Contemporary English Version
then we go out to work until the end of day.

English Revised Version
Man goeth forth unto his work and to his labour until the evening.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then people go to do their work, to do their tasks until evening.

Good News Translation
Then people go out to do their work and keep working until evening.

International Standard Version
People go out to their work and labor until evening.

Majority Standard Bible
Man goes forth to his work and to his labor until evening.

NET Bible
Men then go out to do their work, and labor away until evening.

New Heart English Bible
Man goes forth to his work, to his labor until the evening.

Webster's Bible Translation
Man goeth forth to his work and to his labor until the evening.

World English Bible
Man goes out to his work, to his labor until the evening.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Man goes forth to his work, "" And to his service—until evening.

Young's Literal Translation
Man goeth forth to his work, And to his service -- till evening.

Smith's Literal Translation
Man will go forth to his work, and to his labor even to evening.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Man shall go forth to his work, and to his labour until the evening.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Man will go forth to his work and to his activities, until the evening.

New American Bible
People go out to their work, to their labor till evening falls.

New Revised Standard Version
People go out to their work and to their labor until the evening.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Man goes forth to his work and to his labour until the evening.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
A son of man goes forth to his work and for his service until the evening.
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Man goeth forth unto his work And to his labour until the evening.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Man shall go forth to his work, and to his labour till evening.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
How Many Are Your Works, O LORD!
22The sun rises, and they withdraw; they lie down in their dens. 23Man goes forth to his work and to his labor until evening. 24How many are Your works, O LORD! In wisdom You have made them all; the earth is full of Your creatures.…

Cross References
Genesis 3:19
By the sweat of your brow you will eat your bread, until you return to the ground—because out of it were you taken. For dust you are, and to dust you shall return.”

Ecclesiastes 5:12
The sleep of the worker is sweet, whether he eats little or much, but the abundance of the rich man permits him no sleep.

Proverbs 6:6-11
Walk in the manner of the ant, O slacker; observe its ways and become wise. / Without a commander, without an overseer or ruler, / it prepares its provisions in summer; it gathers its food at harvest. ...

Genesis 2:15
Then the LORD God took the man and placed him in the Garden of Eden to cultivate and keep it.

Ecclesiastes 9:10
Whatever you find to do with your hands, do it with all your might, for in Sheol, where you are going, there is no work or planning or knowledge or wisdom.

Exodus 20:9
Six days you shall labor and do all your work,

Proverbs 10:4-5
Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth. / He who gathers in summer is a wise son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.

2 Thessalonians 3:10-12
For even while we were with you, we gave you this command: “If anyone is unwilling to work, he shall not eat.” / For we hear that some of you are leading undisciplined lives, accomplishing nothing, but being busybodies. / We command and urge such people by our Lord Jesus Christ to begin working quietly to earn their own living.

Colossians 3:23
Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men,

Ephesians 4:28
He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing good with his own hands, that he may have something to share with the one in need.

Proverbs 14:23
There is profit in all labor, but mere talk leads only to poverty.

Matthew 20:1-16
“For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard. / He agreed to pay them a denarius for the day and sent them into his vineyard. / About the third hour he went out and saw others standing in the marketplace doing nothing. ...

1 Thessalonians 4:11-12
and to aspire to live quietly, to attend to your own matters, and to work with your own hands, as we instructed you. / Then you will behave properly toward outsiders, without being dependent on anyone.

Proverbs 31:13-19
She selects wool and flax and works with eager hands. / She is like the merchant ships, bringing her food from afar. / She rises while it is still night to provide food for her household and portions for her maidservants. ...

Luke 10:7
Stay at the same house, eating and drinking whatever you are offered. For the worker is worthy of his wages. Do not move around from house to house.


Treasury of Scripture

Man goes forth to his work and to his labor until the evening.

Genesis 3:19
In the sweat of thy face shalt thou eat bread, till thou return unto the ground; for out of it wast thou taken: for dust thou art, and unto dust shalt thou return.

Judges 19:16
And, behold, there came an old man from his work out of the field at even, which was also of mount Ephraim; and he sojourned in Gibeah: but the men of the place were Benjamites.

Ecclesiastes 5:12
The sleep of a labouring man is sweet, whether he eat little or much: but the abundance of the rich will not suffer him to sleep.

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Man goes forth
This phrase highlights the daily rhythm of human life, emphasizing the active role of mankind in God's creation. The Hebrew word for "man" here is "אָדָם" (adam), which not only refers to an individual but also to humanity as a whole. This term connects us back to the creation narrative in Genesis, where Adam is formed from the dust of the ground. The act of "going forth" suggests purpose and intention, reflecting the divine mandate given to humanity to steward and cultivate the earth. It is a reminder of the dignity and responsibility bestowed upon humans by God.

to his work
The Hebrew word for "work" is "מְלָאכָה" (melakah), which encompasses not just labor but also craftsmanship and service. This term is used throughout the Old Testament to describe the work of artisans, builders, and even the work of God in creation. It implies that human labor is not merely toil but a participation in God's creative order. Historically, this reflects the agrarian society of ancient Israel, where daily work was essential for survival and community well-being. It underscores the value of diligence and the fulfillment found in contributing to God's purposes.

and to his labor
The word "labor" in Hebrew is "עֲבוֹדָה" (avodah), which can mean work, service, or worship. This dual meaning suggests that our daily tasks are not separate from our spiritual lives but are an integral part of our worship to God. In the context of ancient Israel, labor was often physically demanding, yet it was seen as a form of service to God and community. This perspective encourages believers to view their work as a sacred duty, performed with integrity and dedication.

until evening
The phrase "until evening" marks the natural cycle of a day, from morning to night. In the Hebrew context, the day begins at sunset, reflecting the creation account where "there was evening, and there was morning." This cyclical pattern reminds us of the rhythm and order established by God in creation. It also speaks to the balance between work and rest, as evening brings a time to cease labor and reflect on God's provision. Historically, this aligns with the Jewish practice of observing the Sabbath, a day of rest and worship, which begins at sunset. It serves as a reminder of the importance of rest and reliance on God, who sustains us through each day.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Man
אָדָ֣ם (’ā·ḏām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being

goes forth
יֵצֵ֣א (yê·ṣê)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 3318: To go, bring, out, direct and proxim

to his work
לְפָעֳל֑וֹ (lə·p̄ā·‘o·lōw)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 6467: Doing, deed, work

and to his labor
וְֽלַעֲבֹ֖דָת֣וֹ (wə·la·‘ă·ḇō·ḏā·ṯōw)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 5656: Work of any kind

until
עֲדֵי־ (‘ă·ḏê-)
Preposition
Strong's 5703: A, terminus, duration, advance, perpetuity

evening.
עָֽרֶב׃ (‘ā·reḇ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6153: Evening


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