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Sepia-toned photo of a shepherd in robes with a staff standing among sheep by a stream, under trees and rocky cliffs, illustrating the biblical line The LORD is my shepherd.
ā€œThe Lord is my shepherdā€ Photographic representation of Psalm 23 by the American Colony Photo Department in Jerusalem, c. 1900.

Psalm 23

Hebrew literature
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Psalm 23, Biblical poem in the book of Psalms in the Hebrew Bible that expresses trust and confidence in God and his care. The first portion of Psalm 23 describes God as a shepherd who protects, tenderly cares for, and leads his people, even in the darkest of times. The latter section compares God to a generous host, who similarly protects his guests, providing safety and abundance. Psalm 23 holds a significant place in both Jewish...

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