Psalm 23:1
“The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
King James Version
The beloved confession of the LORD as shepherd — which Jesus claims as 'the good shepherd' who gives His life for the sheep.
Fulfillment References
John 10:11 John 10:14 Hebrews 13:20 1 Peter 2:25
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
Apostolic (Oneness) Pentecostal'The LORD is my shepherd' is fulfilled in Jesus, the Good Shepherd (John 10:11) — the one God shepherding His people in the flesh.
JewishThe LORD as the faithful shepherd of His people — a treasured confession of trust and provision.
CatholicFulfilled in Christ the Good Shepherd, who lays down His life for the sheep.
ProtestantJesus claims the shepherd role (John 10:11) — the LORD who is our shepherd is fulfilled in Him.
OrthodoxChrist the Good Shepherd who leads and feeds His flock.
DispensationalThe LORD-Shepherd, fulfilled in Christ's care for His own.
AcademicDivine-shepherd imagery is widespread in the ancient Near East; John 10 applies it directly to Jesus.
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