“Just as certain rewards are given to the contender in mighty contests, so also in any trial, when that which afflicts is nearby and the powers of the adversaries bring tribulation, know that a spiritual and intellectual table is prepared on account of this trial. Therefore, however many times you will be afflicted, eq…”
Origen of Alexandria, 3th c. — SELECTIONS FROM THE PSALMS 23:5
Original
5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Modern
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In context
3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
4Yea, 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.
— Psalms 23:5 —
6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.