What is the meaning behind Psalm 23?

What is the meaning behind Psalm 23?

Psalm 23 reminds us that in life or in death — in times of plenty or want — God is good and worthy of our trust. The psalm uses the metaphor of a shepherd’s care for his sheep to describe the wisdom, strength and kindness of our God.

What does my cup runneth over mean in Psalm 23?

I have more than enough for my needs
“My cup runneth over” is a quotation from the Hebrew Bible (Psalms:23:5) and means “I have more than enough for my needs”, though interpretations and usage vary.

What does it mean to walk through the valley of the shadow of death?

This key verse of the 23rd Psalm transcends religion, and its wisdom is available to all of us. I walk through the valley of the shadow of death gives us permission to use our awareness of the shadow of death to immerse ourselves in the illuminating light of life.

Who are the sheep in Psalm 23?

Jesus is our shepherd and we are His sheep. When we are overcome with fear and frustration, we have the words of Psalm 23 and the promise of the good shepherd to restore us.

Who is the author of Psalm 23?

David, a shepherd boy, the author of this psalm and later to be known as the Shepherd King of Israel, writes as a sheep would think and feel about his/her shepherd. “The Lord is my Shepherd” implies a profound yet practical working relationship between a person and the Creator and Savior.

What are the key words in Psalm 23?

Full list of words from this list:

  • anoint. administer an oil or ointment to, often ceremonially.
  • psalm. a sacred song used to praise a deity.
  • overflow. flow or run over (a limit or brim)
  • refresh. make fresh again.
  • lord. a person who has general authority over others.
  • shepherd.
  • goodness.
  • forever.

What is my shepherd prayer?

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

What does Bible say about cremation vs burial?

The Bible neither favors nor forbids the process of cremation. Nevertheless, many Christians believe that their bodies would be ineligible for resurrection if they are cremated. This argument, though, is refuted by others on the basis of the fact that the body still decomposes over time after burial.