시편 23편 · 목자의 노래

「A seed shall serve him; It shall be told of the Lord unto the next generation.」

「For Jehovah knoweth the way of the righteous; But the way of the wicked shall perish.」

「The friendship of Jehovah is with them that fear him; And he will show them his covenant.」

「In peace will I both lay me down and sleep; For thou, Jehovah, alone makest me dwell in safety.」

「He hath made a pit, and digged it, And is fallen into the ditch which he made.」

「I will tell of the decree: Jehovah said unto me, Thou art my son; This day have I begotten thee.」

God's deliverance and rescue from calamity and sin, a recurring theme in the Psalms pointing to God's complete saving action.

An essential attribute of God and a requirement for His people; closely tied to the king's rule in the Psalms.

In Psalms, the act of seeking shelter and safety in God, symbolizing trust and dependence.

God's righteous judgment; Psalm 50 depicts God summoning heaven and earth to judge His people, with the heavens declaring His righteousness.

In Psalms, refers to those who follow God's law, act uprightly, and trust in God.

In Psalms, often refers to the oppressed and afflicted, whom God especially hears and defends.

What is the spiritual significance of God preparing a table for me?

In Psalm 23:5, the table set in the presence of enemies symbolizes provision, victory, and divine favor.

How do green pastures and still waters reflect God's guidance?

Psalm 23:2 depicts the shepherd leading to rest—how does this relate to reliance on Torah in Jewish tradition?

What protection does the shepherd's rod and staff symbolize?

Psalm 23:4 mentions the rod and staff as comfort—how is this reflected in sacraments and pastoral care?

What protection does the shepherd's rod and staff symbolize?

Psalm 23:4 mentions the rod and staff as comfort—how is this reflected in sacraments and pastoral care?

What is the spiritual significance of God preparing a table for me?

In Psalm 23:5, the table set in the presence of enemies symbolizes provision, victory, and divine favor.

How do green pastures and still waters reflect God's guidance?

Psalm 23:2 depicts the shepherd leading to rest—how does this relate to reliance on Torah in Jewish tradition?