A shepherd leads sheep beside water, through a ravine, and toward an abundant table

Psalm 23:2-3

JPS TaNaKH 1917
Chapter overview
Psalm 23 portrays life under a shepherd's attentive care: rest, restoration, right paths, courage in deep shadow, an abundant table, anointing, and the promise of enduring welcome and belonging at home.
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About Psalms: book summary and outline →

1A Psalm of David. The 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 guideth me in straight paths 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 hast anointed my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; and I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

Verses to memorize from Psalm 23

  • Psalm 23A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
  • Psalm 23:1A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
  • Psalm 23:1-3A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
  • Psalm 23:2-3He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside the…
  • Psalm 23:4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will…

JPS TaNaKH 1917 — Public Domain. Where these translations come from.