valley of the shadow of death
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Figuratively, the “valley of the shadow of death” stands for the perils of life, from which God protects believers.
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It’s cultural literacy to read about ‘the valley of the shadow of death.’
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 21, 2026
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil,” he said at his church’s Wednesday evening service last week.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 9, 2023
"There is a hope greater than our biggest challenges. Because of God's grace, He walks us through the valley of the shadow of death."
From Fox News ● Mar. 27, 2022
As people wept, Erin Weaver, the church’s senior pastor, read from Psalm 23, proclaiming, “Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil.”
From New York Times ● Nov. 11, 2017
“That song was about green pastures and restful waters. The preacher talked about walking in the valley of the shadow of death and not being afraid.”
From "Moon Over Manifest" by Clare Vanderpool
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