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PsalmsChapter 23 · fol. XXIII
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A famous psalm of trust depicting the Lord as a shepherd who provides and leads.

Translation:
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King James Version (1611)
1611 · Public domain

The most influential English translation ever made. Sometimes archaic, but the standard PD English text.

Translators commissioned by King James I of England, 1604–1611

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.The Shepherd 2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness 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.The Staff 5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.The Cup 6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

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