Psalm 23

A Psalm of David.

1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2He maketh me to lie down in green…: Heb. pastures of tender grassgreen pastures: he leadeth me beside the still…: Heb. waters of quietnessstill waters.

3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

4Yea, 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.

5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest: Heb. makest fatanointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever: Heb. to length of daysfor ever.