Psalm 23

1  The Lord is my shepherd; •
 therefore can I lack nothing.
2  He makes me lie down in green pastures •
 and leads me beside still waters.
3  He shall refresh my soul •
 and guide me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
4  Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
   I will fear no evil; •
 for you are with me;
   your rod and your staff, they comfort me.
5  You spread a table before me
   in the presence of those who trouble me; •
 you have anointed my head with oil
   and my cup shall be full.
6  Surely goodness and loving mercy shall follow me
   all the days of my life, •
 and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.