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Psalms 23:4 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Psalms 23:4 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Psalms chapter 23 verse 4 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“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.”
Psalms 23:4 (KJV)
Commentary on Psalms 23:4
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. This verse represents the psalm's dramatic shift from peaceful pastures to the darkest valley, yet the shepherd's presence transforms fear into courage. The Hebrew phrase gey tsalmaveth (גֵּיא צַלְמָוֶת) literally means "valley of deep darkness" or "valley of death-shadow"—a place of mortal danger and terrifying gloom.The shepherd imagery intensifies here. Ancient Palestinian shepherds led flocks through narrow mountain passes and ravines where predato...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Psalms 23:4
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“for I am with you. Don't be dismayed”
“The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?”
“you will revive me. You will stretch forth your hand against the wrath of my enemies. Your right hand will save me.”
“Jacob”
“I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people”
“a very present help in trouble.”
“O death”
“the flock of your heritage”
“The LORD is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?”