Psalms 114 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation
Psalms 114
1When Israel went forth out of Egypt, The house of Jacob from a people of strange language;
2Judah became his sanctuary, Israel his dominion.
3The sea saw it, and fled; The Jordan was driven back.
4The mountains skipped like rams, The little hills like lambs.
5What aileth thee, O thou sea, that thou fleest? Thou Jordan, that thou turnest back?
6Ye mountains, that ye skip like rams; Ye little hills, like lambs?
7Tremble, thou earth, at the presence of the Lord, At the presence of the God of Jacob,
8Who turned the rock into a pool of water, The flint into a fountain of waters.
Psalms 114
1In the going out of Israel from Egypt, The house of Jacob from a strange people,
2Judah became His sanctuary, Israel his dominion.
3The sea hath seen, and fleeth, The Jordan turneth backward.
4The mountains have skipped as rams, Heights as sons of a flock.
5Whatto thee, O sea, that thou fleest? O Jordan, thou turnest back!
6O mountains, ye skip as rams! O heights, as sons of a flock!
7From before the Lord be afraid, O earth, From before the God of Jacob,
8He is turning the rock to a pool of waters, The flint to a fountain of waters!
Understanding American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation in Psalms 114
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 114:1
"When Israel went forth out of Egypt, The house of Jacob from a people of strange language;"
"In the going out of Israel from Egypt, The house of Jacob from a strange people,"
