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Psalm ( Greek numbering: Psalm 22 ) in the Hebrew Bible / Old Testament , the writer ( David ) describes God as his Shepherd.1As the Shepherd, He will protect, provide, and guide us. If we are in danger of a strong enemy, He will protect us; if we are in danger of famine, He will provide us with enough food; He leads us and guides us where we will be safe, where there is abundant life.2The text, beloved by Jews and Christians alike, has often been set to music.3
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Psalm 23 , also known as the Shepherd Psalm because of its opening line, "The Lord is my shepherd," is the best-known psalm , and perhaps the best-known chapter in the Bible. The theme of this poem casts God in the role of protector and provider, and is routinely read and recited by Jews and Christians alike. Because of its message of comfort and protection, Psalm 23 is a staple element of funeral services. Of the many musical settings of Psalm 23 in English, the best-known may be Brother James' Air . Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, 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. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. v t e
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Illustration from "The Sunday at Home", 1880 In the 23rd Psalm ( Greek numbering: Psalm 22 ) in the Hebrew Bible / Old Testament , the writer describes God as his Shepherd. The text, beloved by Jews and Christians alike, is often alluded to in popular media and has been set to music many times.
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Book of Psalms, chapter 23 Psalm 23 is the 23rd psalm of the Book of Psalms , generally known in English by its first verse, in the King James Version , " The Lord is my Shepherd ".The Book of Psalms is the third section of the Hebrew Bible , and a book of the Christian Old Testament .In the Greek Septuagint version of the Bible, and in its Latin translation in the Vulgate , this psalm is Psalm 22 in a slightly different numbering system.In Latin, it is known by the incipit , " Dominus reget me " Like many psalms, Psalm 23 is used in both Jewish and Christian liturgies.It has been set to music often.It has been called the best-known of the psalms for its universal theme of trust in God.
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23rd psalm in the Book of Psalms "The Lord is my shepherd" redirects here.Psalm 23 is the 23rd psalm of the Book of Psalms , beginning in English in the King James Version : " The Lord is my shepherd ".In Latin, it is known by the incipit , " Dominus regit me ".The Book of Psalms is part of the third section of the Hebrew Bible , and a book of the Christian Old Testament .In the slightly different numbering system used in the Greek Septuagint and Latin Vulgate translations of the Bible, this psalm is Psalm 22 . Like many psalms, Psalm 23 is used in both Jewish and Christian liturgies. It has often been set to music.Haredi educator Tziporah Heller referred to it as perhaps the best-known of the psalms due to "its universal message of trust in God, and its simplicity." [Book of Common Prayer, 1662, Psalm 23 Dominus regit me. ] "Vulgate: Psalms: Psalms Chapter 22" .
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Biblical psalm "The Lord is my shepherd" redirects here. Psalm 23 is the 23rd psalm of the Book of Psalms , beginning in English in the King James Version : " The Lord is my shepherd ". In Latin, it is known by the incipit , " Dominus regit me ". The Book of Psalms is part of the third section of the Hebrew Bible , and a book of the Christian Old Testament . In the slightly different numbering system used in the Greek Septuagint and Latin Vulgate translations of the Bible, this psalm is Psalm 22 . Like many psalms, Psalm 23 is used in both Jewish and Christian liturgies . It has often been set to music. [Book of Common Prayer, 1662, Psalm 23 Dominus regit me. ] "Vulgate: Psalms: Psalms Chapter 22" .
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