Psalm 23

A psalm of David.

23:1 The Lord is my shepherd,

I lack nothing.

23:2 He takes me to lush pastures,

he leads me to refreshing water.

23:3 He restores my strength.

He leads me down the right paths

for the sake of his reputation.

23:4 Even when I must walk through the darkest valley,

I fear no danger,

for you are with me;

your rod and your staff reassure me.1

23:5 You prepare a feast before me2

in plain sight of my enemies.

You refresh3 my head with oil;

my cup is completely full.4

23:6 Surely your goodness and faithfulness5 will pursue6 me all my days,7

and I will live in8 the Lord’s house9 for the rest of my life.10