Psalm 23:1

Translations

Modern

A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

Traditional

A Psalm of David. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

Literal

A Psalm of David. YHWH is my shepherd; I shall not lack.

Latin

Psalmus David. Dominus regit me, et nihil mihi deerit:

Original

Hebrew

English

A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

Notes

Psalms 23:1

The Lord promises to care for his children (Psalm 34:9–10; Isaiah 51:14). He showed this ability to Israel in the wilderness (Deuteronomy 2:7) and in the promised land (Deuteronomy 8:9).

Psalms 23:1–3

People in the ancient Near East commonly viewed their rulers as shepherds.

Psalms 23:1–6

This psalm, which expresses trust and confidence in the Lord, has been a favorite of God's people for generations. It assures us of God's presence during difficult times. It brings to mind images of the Good Shepherd (Psalm 23:1–3; see Ezekiel 34:12; John 10:11) and the messianic banquet (Psalm 23:5–6; see Isaiah 25:6; Revelation 19:9).

Psalms 20:1–24:10

This series of psalms shows a journey from confidence and commitment (Psalms 20–21), through anguish and abandonment (Psalm 22), and finally to comfort, insight, and hope (Psalms 23–24).

Psalms 23:1–28:9

These psalms develop the importance of:

integrity (Psalms 25:4–7, 12–14, 21; 26:6, 11; 27:7–12),
God's care as a shepherd (Psalms 23:1; 28:9),
God's guidance (Psalms 23:2–3; 25:5; 27:11),
God's goodness (Psalms 23:6; 25:7–8; 27:13), and
living in his house (Psalms 23:6; 26:8; 27:4, 8).

Theme notes and profiles

David Spirit Empowerment The Shepherd

Related verses

Philippians 4:19
And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus.
John 10:11
I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.
Isaiah 40:11
He tends His flock like a shepherd; He gathers the lambs in His arms and carries them close to His heart. He gently leads the nursing ewes.
John 10:27–30
My sheep listen to My voice; I know them, and they follow Me.
John 10:14
I am the good shepherd. I know My sheep and My sheep know Me,
Revelation 7:17
For the Lamb in the center of the throne will be their shepherd. ‘He will lead them to springs of living water,’ and ‘God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.’”
Matthew 6:33
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you.
1 Peter 2:25
For “you were like sheep going astray,” but now you have returned to the Shepherd and Overseer of your souls.
Ezekiel 34:11–12
For this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Behold, I Myself will search for My flock and seek them out.
Hebrews 13:5–6
Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.”
Psalm 34:9–10
Fear the LORD, you His saints, for those who fear Him lack nothing.
1 Peter 5:4
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

Parallels

Ezekiel 34:11–24 John 10:1–21

People

David: Anointed king of Israel, ancestor of Jesus Christ

Glossary

David Ezekiel, Book of God, Names of Hebrew Language Music Psalms, Book of Shepherd

Topics

Blessing: Temporal, from God Comparing Ourselves Faith: Exemplified Financial Problems God: Providence of God's Provision Jesus, the Christ: Shepherd, Jesus the True: He Feeds Names of God Need Praise for God's Goodness to Righteous Men Psalms: Thanksgiving for God's Goodness to Good Men Retreats Select Readings: Confidence in God Shepherd of God's Care Testimony: Religious, Exemplified the Shepherd Christ: His Sheep: He Feeds

Psalm 23:1

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