David expresses his trust in the Lord as his shepherd and guide, mentioning the anointing of his head with oil as a symbol of divine favor and protection.
Psalm 23, Old Testament, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, accessed January 22, 2024
PSALM 23
David declares, The Lord is my shepherd.
A Psalm of David.
1 The Lᴏʀᴅ 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 goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lᴏʀᴅ for ever.