The Lord’s my shepherd, I’ll not want
He makes me down to lie
In pastures green; He leadeth me
The quiet waters by.
My soul he doth restore again
And me to walk doth make
Within the paths of righteousness,
Even for his own name’s sake.
Yea, though I walk in death’s dark vale,
Yet will I fear no ill;
Four thou art with me, and thy rod
And staff me comfort still.
My table thou hast furnished
In presence of my foes;
My head thou dost with oil anoint,
And my cup overflows.
Goodness and mercy all my life
Shall surely follow me;
And in god’s house forevermore
My dwelling place shall be.
Notes:
Hymn # 416 from Lutheran Worship
Author: William Gardiner
Tune: Belmont
1st Published in: 1650