Psalms 23

1 A Psalm of David. Jehovah is my shepherd; I shall not want.

A psalm of David. Since the Lord is my shepherd, I have everything I need.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside still waters.

He gives me rest in green fields. He leads me towards quietly flowing streams.

3 He restoreth my soul: He guideth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

He revives me. He guides me along the right paths because that's the kind of person he is.

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.

Even when I walk through the valley dark as death, I'm not afraid of any evil, because you are right there with me; your rod and your staff protect me.

5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou hast anointed my head with oil; My cup runneth over.

You prepare a banquet for me before my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with olive oil. My cup is so full it overflows!

6 Surely goodness and lovingkindness shall follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of Jehovah for ever.

I'm absolutely certain that your goodness and trustworthy love will be with me all through my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.