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“The image of the shepherd was very familiar to the people of Israel, as many of the nation’s patriarchs had tended sheep. So it is critically important for the reader to understand the ancient role of the shepherd in order to fully grasp the profound truths of this psalm. Shepherds cared for their sheep’s every need. They helped them give birth, fed them, protected them, guided them, rescued them, and disciplined them. For all practical purposes, the shepherds lived with their sheep.” (Page 173)
“He is like a tree intentionally planted in a carefully chosen spot: by the river where it will receive plenty of water for its growth, where it will have every advantage to become fruitful.” (Page 25)
“Notice this: David did not say, ‘The Lord is a shepherd,’ or ‘The Lord is the shepherd,’ or ‘The Lord is our shepherd.’ He said ‘The Lord is my shepherd.’” (Page 174)
“One of the reasons this psalm is so beloved is that it is so intensely personal.” (Page 174)
“Counsel (etsah) generally means advice or guidance. However, it sometimes refers to purposes, plans, or schemes.” (Page 22)