Psalms 23:1
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King James Version (modern wording)
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not lack.
Psalms 23:1 (KJV)
American Standard Version
Jehovah is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Psalms 23:1 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
Psalms 23:1 (BSB)
Context of Psalms 23:1
Psalm 23 is a short psalm attributed to David that uses the image of a shepherd caring for his sheep. Shepherding was a familiar job in ancient Israel, so the picture of provision and guidance would have been easy to grasp. The first verse sets the theme for the whole psalm.
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Questions about Psalms 23:1
What does Psalms 23:1 say?
Psalms 23:1 in modern King James wording reads: "The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not lack."
Where is Psalms 23:1 found in the Bible?
Psalms 23:1 is verse 1 of chapter 23 of the book of Psalms, in the Old Testament. Psalms has 150 chapters.
What is the context of Psalms 23:1?
Psalm 23 is a short psalm attributed to David that uses the image of a shepherd caring for his sheep. Shepherding was a familiar job in ancient Israel, so the picture of provision and guidance would have been easy to grasp. The first verse sets the theme for the whole psalm.