The Lord takes care of me as his sheep; I will not be without any good thing.
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He makes a resting-place for me in the green fields: he is my guide by the quiet waters.
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He gives new life to my soul: he is my guide in the ways of righteousness because of his name.
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Yes, though I go through the valley of deep shade, I will have no fear of evil; for you are with me, your rod and your support are my comfort.
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You make ready a table for me in front of my haters: you put oil on my head; my cup is overflowing.
Psalms 23:2 — Frequently Asked Questions
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What does Psalms 23:2 say?
Psalms 23:2 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “He makes a resting-place for me in the green fields: he is my guide by the quiet waters.”
Where is Psalms 23:2 in the Bible?
Psalms 23:2 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Psalms, chapter 23, verse 2.
Who wrote Psalms?
Psalms is traditionally attributed to Multiple authors (David, Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, others). Approximately 73 psalms are attributed to David; others to Asaph, the sons of Korah, Solomon, Moses, Heman, and Ethan; the remainder are anonymous. It was written c. 1410–430 BC.
What is the book of Psalms about?
The Psalms are the prayer book and hymnal of God's people, gathering a thousand years of inspired song — praise, lament, thanksgiving, confession, and royal and messianic worship. Every emotion of the believing heart finds a voice here, and every voice finds its center in Christ.
What are the major themes of Psalms?
Psalms explores themes including Praise, Lament, Trust, Messiah, Refuge, Kingship. These themes shape the meaning and context of Psalms 23:2.
What translation should I read Psalms 23:2 in?
Psalms 23:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Psalms 23:2?
Psalms 23:2 reads (BBE): “He makes a resting-place for me in the green fields: he is my guide by the quiet waters.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.