Dominus regit me

The 23rd Psalm, traditionally attributed to David, offers words of profound comfort and trust in divine guidance. Nobuaki Izawa sets this sacred Latin text for SATB choir, crafting a motet that speaks of God's provision and protection. The music reflects the psalm's assurance: "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." It unfolds the imagery of peaceful pastures and refreshing waters, leading the soul to renewal. Even when walking through the "shadow of death," the text expresses freedom from fear, anchored by the shepherd's presence, staff, and rod. The setting culminates in the image of a prepared table and an overflowing cup, a testament to God's abundant mercy and the promise of dwelling in His house forever.