Psalm 23

Vers 1

The LORD’s my shepherd, He in love defends me.
I shall not want. In pastures green he tends me,
makes me lie down, his care and mercy showing;
leads me where peaceful streams are gently flowing.
He for his name’s sake surely will restore me;
in paths of righteousness he goes before me.

Vers 2

Though by its gloom and shadows overtaken,
in death’s dark valley I am not forsaken;
I fear no evil: you are there beside me.
Through all the depths of sorrow you will guide me.
You comfort me, O God of my salvation;
your rod and staff, they are my consolation.

Vers 3

Your bounteous table you prepare before me,
and all my foes look on while you restore me.
My head you have with soothing oil anointed;
my cup runs over, for you have appointed
goodness and mercy to forsake me never,
and in your house, LORD, I will dwell forever.
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