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The Book of Psalms

Psalm 23

The Psalm of the Good Shepherd

A Psalm of David.

1The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness
for his name’s sake. 4 Yea, though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil:
for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff
they comfort me. 5 Thou preparest a table before me
in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil;
my cup runneth over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me
all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
for ever.




About Psalms Chapter 23

Book I · Psalms 1–41 — Prayer, lament, trust and wisdom

What happens

The LORD is pictured as a shepherd who provides pasture, restores strength and guides along right paths. Even through death’s dark valley, His presence comforts; the image then turns to an honoured guest welcomed at God’s table.

Why it matters

God’s faithful care encompasses ordinary provision, danger and the hope of lasting fellowship. The psalm invites trust not because life is trouble-free, but because the Shepherd is present.

Key verse

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”

Psalm 23:4 · KJV

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