Psalms 63 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Berean Study Bible
Psalms 63
1O God, thou art my God; earnestly will I seek thee: My soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee, In a dry and weary land, where no water is.
2So have I looked upon thee in the sanctuary, To see thy power and thy glory.
3Because thy lovingkindness is better than life, My lips shall praise thee.
4So will I bless thee while I live: I will lift up my hands in thy name.
5My soul shall be satisfied as with marrow and fatness; And my mouth shall praise thee with joyful lips;
6When I remember thee upon my bed, And meditate on thee in the night-watches.
7For thou hast been my help, And in the shadow of thy wings will I rejoice.
8My soul followeth hard after thee: Thy right hand upholdeth me.
9But those that seek my soul, to destroy it, Shall go into the lower parts of the earth.
10They shall be given over to the power of the sword: They shall be a portion for foxes.
11But the king shall rejoice in God: Every one that sweareth by him shall glory; For the mouth of them that speak lies shall be stopped.
Psalms 63
1O God, You are my God. Earnestly I seek You; my soul thirsts for You. My body yearns for You in a dry and weary land without water.
2So I have seen You in the sanctuary and beheld Your power and glory.
3Because Your loving devotion is better than life, my lips will glorify You.
4So I will bless You as long as I live; in Your name I will lift my hands.
5My soul is satisfied as with the richest of foods; with joyful lips my mouth will praise You.
6When I remember You on my bed, I think of You through the watches of the night.
7For You are my help; I will sing for joy in the shadow of Your wings.
8My soul clings to You; Your right hand upholds me.
9But those who seek my life to destroy it will go into the depths of the earth.
10They will fall to the power of the sword; they will become a portion for foxes.
11But the king will rejoice in God; all who swear by Him will exult, for the mouths of liars will be shut.
Understanding American Standard Version vs Berean Study Bible in Psalms 63
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 63:1
"O God, thou art my God; earnestly will I seek thee: My soul thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee, In a dry and weary land, where no water is."
"O God, You are my God. Earnestly I seek You; my soul thirsts for You. My body yearns for You in a dry and weary land without water."
