Psalms 23:3
He restores my soul. He guides me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
World English Bible Classic
In The King James Version
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
In Context
2He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters.
Cross References
Job 33:30to bring back his soul from the pit, that he may be enlightened with the light of the living.
Psalms 19:7The LORD’s law is perfect, restoring the soul. The LORD’s covenant is sure, making wise the simple.
Psalms 31:4Pluck me out of the net that they have laid secretly for me, for you are my stronghold.
Psalms 51:10Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a right spirit within me.
Psalms 79:9Help us, God of our salvation, for the glory of your name. Deliver us, and forgive our sins, for your name’s sake.
Psalms 85:13Righteousness goes before him, and prepares the way for his steps.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 23:2-6
The Divine Shepherd. 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. 4 Yea, 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. 5 Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. 6 Surely… Read the whole commentary →