Psalm+23

=//from// The King James Bible=

Psalm 23: 1-6

23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green [|[1]] pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 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. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest [|[2]] my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 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. [|[3]]

Review and Assess:


 * 1.** **Respond:** Which phrases in Psalm 23 are familiar to you?
 * 2.** **(a) Recall:** What image is developed in the opening verses?
 * (b) Infer:** Why might this image provide comfort to listeners?
 * (c) Draw Conclusions:** How does the inclusion of the images of the valley of death and of enemies strengthen the psalm?
 * 3. Draw Conclusions:** What is the message of the psalm?
 * 4. Evaluate:** Does the psalm offer comfort, express hope of comfort, or both?
 * 5. Apply:** What images of comfort and guidance might a modern palm writer use?