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    Psalm 23:1 — Verse of the Day

    Catholic Bible verse for , with the meaning of Psalm 23:1, a prayer, and the chapter in context.

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    Theme: Trust

    “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”

    — Psalm 23:1

    Meaning of Psalm 23:1

    Psalm 23:1 says 'I shall not want' because the shepherd is present, not because desire has died. Wanting God sorts the other wants. Pray this when comparison tells you that you are behind.

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    A prayer with Psalm 23:1

    Lord, my shepherd, I shall not want what takes me from you. Stay with me, and let that be enough. Amen.

    Where Psalm 23:1 sits in Scripture

    The Psalms are the Church's prayer book. A single line is meant to be prayed, and the rest of the psalm shows whether the speaker is in danger, in thanks, or in the temple. On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Psalm 23:1 is the verse set aside for prayer. The chapter stays open so the sentence is not lifted out of its place.

    Read Psalm 23:1 in the chapter on Catholic Bible Online.

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    Questions about Psalm 23:1

    Why say 'I shall not want' from Psalm 23:1 on November 3?

    November 3, 2026 gives Psalm 23:1: the Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. The line is true because the shepherd is present, not because desire has died. Comparison says you are behind. The shepherd says you are kept.

    What wants does Psalm 23:1 refuse?

    Wants that take you from the shepherd. It does not shame hunger, rest, or just pay. It refuses the want that becomes a rival god. Wanting God sorts the other wants.

    How do I pray Psalm 23:1 when I feel behind?

    Say the verse against the comparison, not as a poster. Ask the shepherd to stay, and let his presence be enough for this Tuesday after All Souls.