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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.
— Hebrew Psalms, 23:4 · The Bible
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An editorial interpretation.
The speaker declares they will not be afraid even while passing through the darkest, deadliest passage, because they trust a divine presence beside them. The rod and staff, tools of a shepherd's guidance and protection, become sources of comfort, turning fear into assurance rooted in companionship rather than in safe circumstances.
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