Psalms 23:1-6
1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He maketh me to lie down in greena pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
4 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
5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointestb my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6 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.c
XXIII. Yahweh as Shepherd (Psalms 23:1) and Host (Psalms 23:5 f.).
Psalms 23:2 b. waters of rest as in mg.
Psalms 23:3. Read, right paths: the metaphor is still maintained.
Psalms 23:4 a. Read mg.
Psalms 23:4 b. The staff supports, the rod protects.