1  The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2  He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.* green…: Heb. pastures of tender grass† still…: Heb. waters of quietness

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 anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.‡ anointest: Heb. makest fat

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.§ for ever: Heb. to length of days