Psalms 124 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Berean Study Bible
Psalms 124
1If it had not been Jehovah who was on our side, Let Israel now say,
2If it had not been Jehovah who was on our side, When men rose up against us;
3Then they had swallowed us up alive, When their wrath was kindled against us:
4Then the waters had overwhelmed us, The stream had gone over our soul;
5Then the proud waters had gone over our soul.
6Blessed be Jehovah, Who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth.
7Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers: The snare is broken, and we are escaped.
8Our help is in the name of Jehovah, Who made heaven and earth.
Psalms 124
1If the LORD had not been on our side— let Israel now declare—
2if the LORD had not been on our side when men attacked us,
3when their anger flared against us, then they would have swallowed us alive,
4then the floods would have engulfed us, then the torrent would have overwhelmed us,
5then the raging waters would have swept us away.
6Blessed be the LORD, who has not given us as prey to their teeth.
7We have escaped like a bird from the snare of the fowler; the net is torn, and we have slipped away.
8Our help is in the name of the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth.
Understanding American Standard Version vs Berean Study Bible in Psalms 124
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 124:1
"If it had not been Jehovah who was on our side, Let Israel now say,"
"If the LORD had not been on our side— let Israel now declare—"
