1 A Psalm of David. Jehovah my shepherd, I do not lack,

The Lord is my Shepherd. I will have everything I need.

2 I n pastures of tender grass He causeth me to lie down, By quiet waters He doth lead me.

He lets me rest in fields of green grass. He leads me beside the quiet waters.

3 M y soul He refresheth, He leadeth me in paths of righteousness, For His name's sake,

He makes me strong again. He leads me in the way of living right with Himself which brings honor to His name.

4 A lso -- when I walk in a valley of death-shade, I fear no evil, for Thou with me, Thy rod and Thy staff -- they comfort me.

Yes, even if I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will not be afraid of anything, because You are with me. You have a walking stick with which to guide and one with which to help. These comfort me.

5 T hou arrangest before me a table, Over-against my adversaries, Thou hast anointed with oil my head, My cup is full!

You are making a table of food ready for me in front of those who hate me. You have poured oil on my head. I have everything I need.

6 O nly -- goodness and kindness pursue me, All the days of my life, And my dwelling in the house of Jehovah, For a length of days!

For sure, You will give me goodness and loving-kindness all the days of my life. Then I will live with You in Your house forever.