King James Version
psalm 23:5 in the King James Version says “Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. ...” — study this verse from psalm chapter 23 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. anointest: Heb. makest fat”
psalm 23:5 · KJV
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
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.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. anointest: Heb. makest fat
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever . for ever: Heb. to length of days
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