Psalms 23

King James Version · 6 verses · 225 cross-references linking it to 140 other chapters

1A Psalm of David. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.47 cross-references: Philippians 4:19, John 10:11, Isaiah 40:11, John 10:27–30, John 10:14
2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.20 cross-references: Revelation 7:17, Revelation 22:1, Ezekiel 34:13–14, Psalms 46:4, Revelation 21:6
3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.37 cross-references: Isaiah 42:16, Psalms 31:3, Psalms 19:7, Psalms 51:10, Psalms 143:8–10
4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.53 cross-references: Isaiah 41:10, Psalms 118:6, Psalms 138:7, Isaiah 43:1–2, Psalms 3:6
5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.46 cross-references: Ephesians 3:20, Psalms 92:10, Psalms 45:7, Psalms 16:5, Job 36:16
6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.22 cross-references: Psalms 27:4, 2 Timothy 4:18, 2 Corinthians 5:1, Psalms 36:7–10, Psalms 16:11

Explained connections

The LORD is my shepherd Psalms 23:1 and John 10:11
David calls the LORD his shepherd, who leads, feeds and protects. Jesus says 'I am the good shepherd' who lays down his life for the sheep — taking God's own shepherd role.