Psalms 23:6

Psalms · Old Testament · Chapter 23

“Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.”Psalms 23:6

Psalms 23:6 in Context

Psalms 23:6 is found in the book of Psalms, chapter 23, verse 6 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.

Key themes in this passage include Covenant Loyalty (Hesed), Mercy, and Eternal Life.

For what this passage means in its context, read the full study: What Does Psalm 23 Mean? Context & Commentary (2026).

Cross-References (20)

These passages are connected to Psalms 23:6 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.

Psalms 27:4“One thing have I desired of the LORD, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the LORD, and to enquire in his temple.”2 Timothy 4:18“And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and will preserve me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.”2 Corinthians 5:1“For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens.”Psalms 36:7“How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.”Psalms 16:11“Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.”Psalms 73:24“Thou shalt guide me with thy counsel, and afterward receive me to glory.”Psalms 103:17“But the mercy of the LORD is from everlasting to everlasting upon them that fear him, and his righteousness unto children’s children;”2 Corinthians 1:10“Who delivered us from so great a death, and doth deliver: in whom we trust that he will yet deliver us;”Psalms 30:11“Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness;”Psalms 17:15“As for me, I will behold thy face in righteousness: I shall be satisfied, when I awake, with thy likeness.”Philippians 1:23“For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better:”Psalms 21:4“He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever.”Psalms 84:4“Blessed are they that dwell in thy house: they will be still praising thee. Selah.”Psalms 65:4“Blessed is the man whom thou choosest, and causest to approach unto thee, that he may dwell in thy courts: we shall be satisfied with the goodness of thy house, even of thy holy temple.”Psalms 15:1“Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill?”Psalms 90:14“O satisfy us early with thy mercy; that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.”Psalms 61:4“I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.”Luke 2:37“And she was a widow of about fourscore and four years, which departed not from the temple, but served God with fastings and prayers night and day.”Psalms 40:11“Withhold not thou thy tender mercies from me, O LORD: let thy lovingkindness and thy truth continually preserve me.”Psalms 140:13“Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence.”

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