Psalms 111 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation
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 Jah! I thank Jehovah with the whole heart, In the secret meeting of the upright, And of the company.
2Great are the works of Jehovah, Sought out by all desiring them.
3Honourable and majestic is His work, And His righteousness is standing for ever.
4A memorial He hath made of His wonders, Gracious and merciful is Jehovah.
5Prey He hath given to those fearing Him, He remembereth to the age His covenant.
6The power of His works He hath declared to His people, To give to them the inheritance of nations.
7The works of His hands are true and just, Stedfast are all His appointments.
8They are sustained for ever to the age. They are made in truth and uprightness.
9Redemption He hath sent to His people, He hath appointed to the age His covenant, Holy and fearful is His name.
10The beginning of wisdom is fear of Jehovah, Good understanding have all doing them, His praise is standing for ever!
Understanding American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation 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.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
An extremely literal, word-for-word translation that preserves original verb tenses and phrasing. Best for close study and comparing structures from the source languages. The English can feel rigid, but it’s very useful for detailed analysis.
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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 Jah! I thank Jehovah with the whole heart, In the secret meeting of the upright, And of the company."
