Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Psalms 23:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Psalms 23:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 23 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Lord Is My Shepherd
“A Psalm of David. The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
Psalms 23:1 (KJV)
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Commentary on Psalms 23:1
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. This beloved opening of Scripture's most famous psalm establishes a profound metaphor that shapes the entire poem. In six Hebrew words (יְהוָה רֹעִי לֹא אֶחְסָר/Yahweh ro'i lo echsar), David declares complete sufficiency in God's care."The LORD" (יְהוָה/Yahweh) uses God's covenant name—the personal name revealed to Moses at the burning bush (Exodus 3:14). This isn't a generic deity but Israel's covenant-keeping God who has bound Himself to His people in faithful love. The use of the divine name emphasizes personal relationship."My shepherd" (רֹעִי/ro'...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 23:1
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“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
“15”
“and carry them in his bosom. He will gently lead those who have their young.”
“and I know them”
“and I'm known by my own;”
“and leads them to springs of waters of life. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.,For the Lamb which is in the midst of the throne shall feed them, and shall lead them unto living fountains of waters: and God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.,,,,,,,,”
“and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well.”
“which can mean overseer”
“I myself”
“content with such things as you have”