Psalms 116 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Berean Study Bible
Psalms 116
1I love Jehovah, because he heareth My voice and my supplications.
2Because he hath inclined his ear unto me, Therefore will I callupon himas long as I live.
3The cords of death compassed me, And the pains of Sheol gat hold upon me: I found trouble and sorrow.
4Then called I upon the name of Jehovah: O Jehovah, I beseech thee, deliver my soul.
5Gracious is Jehovah, and righteous; Yea, our God is merciful.
6Jehovah preserveth the simple: I was brought low, and he saved me.
7Return unto thy rest, O my soul; For Jehovah hath dealt bountifully with thee.
8For thou hast delivered my soul from death, Mine eyes from tears, Andmy feet from falling.
9I will walk before Jehovah In the land of the living.
10I believe, for I will speak: I was greatly afflicted:
11I said in my haste, All men are liars.
12What shall I render unto Jehovah For all his benefits toward me?
13I will take the cup of salvation, And call upon the name of Jehovah.
14I will pay my vows unto Jehovah, Yea, in the presence of all his people.
15Precious in the sight of Jehovah Is the death of his saints.
16O Jehovah, truly I am thy servant: I am thy servant, the son of thy handmaid; Thou hast loosed my bonds.
17I will offer to thee the sacrifice of thanksgiving, And will call upon the name of Jehovah.
18I will pay my vows unto Jehovah, Yea, in the presence of all his people,
19In the courts of Jehovah’s house, In the midst of thee, O Jerusalem. Praise ye Jehovah.
Psalms 116
1I love the LORD, for He has heard my voice— my appeal for mercy.
2Because He has inclined His ear to me, I will call on Him as long as I live.
3The ropes of death entangled me; the anguish of Sheol overcame me; I was confronted by trouble and sorrow.
4Then I called on the name of the LORD: “O LORD, deliver my soul!”
5The LORD is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion.
6The LORD preserves the simplehearted; I was helpless, and He saved me.
7Return to your rest, O my soul, for the LORD has been good to you.
8For You have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling.
9I will walk before the LORD in the land of the living.
10I believed, therefore I said, “I am greatly afflicted.”
11In my alarm I said, “All men are liars!”
12How can I repay the LORD for all His goodness to me?
13I will lift the cup of salvation and call on the name of the LORD.
14I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all His people.
15Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints.
16Truly, O LORD, I am Your servant; I am Your servant, the son of Your maidservant; You have broken my bonds.
17I will offer to You a sacrifice of thanksgiving and call on the name of the LORD.
18I will fulfill my vows to the LORD in the presence of all His people,
19in the courts of the LORD’s house, in your midst, O Jerusalem. Hallelujah!
Understanding American Standard Version vs Berean Study Bible in Psalms 116
American Standard Version (ASV)
A highly literal translation known for accuracy and adherence to the original Hebrew and Greek. Consistent word choices make it excellent for careful study and cross-referencing. A strong pick for readers who want a precise, classic-modern English Bible.
Berean Study Bible (BSB)
A modern translation balancing readability with faithfulness to the original texts. Written in clear, contemporary English for both reading and study. A strong all-around choice for daily use.
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Key Comparison: Psalms 116:16
"O Jehovah, truly I am thy servant: I am thy servant, the son of thy handmaid; Thou hast loosed my bonds."
"Truly, O LORD, I am Your servant; I am Your servant, the son of Your maidservant; You have broken my bonds."
