Psalms 111 Comparison: American Standard Version vs King James Version
Psalms 111
1Praise ye Jehovah. I will give thanks unto Jehovah with my whole heart, In the council of the upright, and in the congregation.
2The works of Jehovah are great, Sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.
3His work is honor and majesty; And his righteousness endureth for ever.
4He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered: Jehovah is gracious and merciful.
5He hath given food unto them that fear him: He will ever be mindful of his covenant.
6He hath showed his people the power of his works, In giving them the heritage of the nations.
7The works of his hands are truth and justice; All his precepts are sure.
8They are established for ever and ever; They are done in truth and uprightness.
9He hath sent redemption unto his people; He hath commanded his covenant for ever: Holy and reverend is his name.
10The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all they that dohis commandments: His praise endureth for ever.
Psalms 111
1Praise ye the Lord. I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation.
2The works of the Lord are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.
3His work is honourable and glorious: and his righteousness endureth for ever.
4He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered: the Lord is gracious and full of compassion.
5He hath given meat unto them that fear him: he will ever be mindful of his covenant.
6He hath shewed his people the power of his works, that he may give them the heritage of the heathen.
7The works of his hands are verity and judgment; all his commandments are sure.
8They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and uprightness.
9He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.
10The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.
Understanding American Standard Version vs King James Version in Psalms 111
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.
King James Version (KJV)
The classic 1611 English translation known for its majestic prose and literary influence. Ideal for traditional study and memorization thanks to its formal style. A foundational English Bible used for centuries.
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Key Comparison: Psalms 111:1
"Praise ye Jehovah. I will give thanks unto Jehovah with my whole heart, In the council of the upright, and in the congregation."
"Praise ye the Lord. I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation."
