The Tanakh · JPS 1917 Translation

Psalms 23

Jewish Publication Society 1917 · Ketuvim — the Writings

“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want” — the psalm of trust sung in Hebrew for three millennia, in the classic JPS 1917 translation.

1A Psalm of David. HaShem is my shepherd; I shall not want.in-depth page →

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 HaShem for ever.

6 verses · JPS 1917 (public domain)

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