799b. The Lord's my Shepherd, I'll not want

1 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.

2 My soul he doth restore again,
and me to walk doth make
within the paths of righteousness,
e'en for his own name's sake.

3 Yea, though I walk through death's dark vale,
yet will I fear none ill;
for thou art with me, and thy rod
and staff me comfort still.

4 My table thou hast furnishèd
in presence of my foes;
my head thou dost with oil anoint,
and my cup overflows.

5 Goodness and mercy all my life
shall surely follow me;
and in God's house for evermore
my dwelling-place shall be.

Text Information
First Line: The Lord's my Shepherd, I'll not want
Meter: CM extended
Language: English
Publication Date: 2013
Scripture:
Topic: Assurance; Children and All-Age Worship; Comfort and Consolation (5 more...)
Source: Scottish Psalter, 1650
Notes: W'hen sung to BROTHER JAMES'S AIR the last two lines are repeated.
Tune Information
Name: BROTHER JAMES'S AIR
Arranger: John Barnard (b. 1948)
Composer: James Leith Macbeth Bain (1860-1925)
Meter: CM extended
Key: D Major
Copyright: Arrangement: © John Barnard / The Jubilate Group. Administered by The Jubilate Group, Kitley House, St Katherines Road, Torquay TQ1 4DE Used by permission.



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