The Message Bible MSG
Young's Literal Translation YLT
1 God, my shepherd! I don't need a thing.
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A Psalm of David. Jehovah [is] my shepherd, I do not lack,
2 You have bedded me down in lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from.
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In pastures of tender grass He causeth me to lie down, By quiet waters He doth lead me.
3 True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction.
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My soul He refresheth, He leadeth me in paths of righteousness, For His name's sake,
4 Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I'm not afraid when you walk at my side. Your trusty shepherd's crook makes me feel secure
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Also -- when I walk in a valley of death-shade, I fear no evil, for Thou [art] with me, Thy rod and Thy staff -- they comfort me
5 You serve me a six-course dinner right in front of my enemies. You revive my drooping head; my cup brims with blessing.
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Thou arrangest before me a table, Over-against my adversaries, Thou hast anointed with oil my head, My cup is full!
6 Your beauty and love chase after me every day of my life. I'm back home in the house of God for the rest of my life.
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Only -- goodness and kindness pursue me, All the days of my life, And my dwelling [is] in the house of Jehovah, For a length of days!
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