Psalms 23:1
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Study Guide
Psalms 23
Aperçu
A psalm of David expressing profound trust in God as shepherd who provides rest, guidance, and protection through the valley of deep darkness. The Lord anoints with oil and sets a table before the psalmist in the presence of enemies. Surely goodness and steadfast love will follow all his days.
Key Verses
Psalms 23:3
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Psalms 23:4
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.
Psalms 23:5
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Psalms 23:6
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.
Full Text
1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He 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.