Psalms 113 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation
Psalms 113
1Praise ye Jehovah. Praise, O ye servants of Jehovah, Praise the name of Jehovah.
2Blessed be the name of Jehovah From this time forth and for evermore.
3From the rising of the sun unto the going down of the same Jehovah’s name is to be praised.
4Jehovah is high above all nations, And his glory above the heavens.
5Who is like unto Jehovah our God, That hath his seat on high,
6That humbleth himself to behold The things that arein heaven and in the earth?
7He raiseth up the poor out of the dust, And lifteth up the needy from the dunghill;
8That he may set him with princes, Even with the princes of his people.
9He maketh the barren woman to keep house, And to bea joyful mother of children. Praise ye Jehovah.
Psalms 113
1Praise ye Jah! Praise, ye servants of Jehovah. Praise the name of Jehovah.
2The name of Jehovah is blessed, From henceforth, and unto the age.
3From the rising of the sun unto its going in, Praised is the name of Jehovah.
4High above all nations is Jehovah, Above the heavens is his honour.
5Who is as Jehovah our God, He is exalting Himself to sit?
6He is humbling Himself to look On the heavens and on the earth.
7He is raising up from the dust the poor, From a dunghill He exalteth the needy.
8To cause to sit with princes, With the princes of His people.
9Causing the barren one of the house to sit, A joyful mother of sons; praise ye Jah!
Understanding American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation in Psalms 113
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 113:1
"Praise ye Jehovah. Praise, O ye servants of Jehovah, Praise the name of Jehovah."
"Praise ye Jah! Praise, ye servants of Jehovah. Praise the name of Jehovah."
