Psalms 128 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation
Psalms 128
1Blessed is every one that feareth Jehovah, That walketh in his ways.
2For thou shalt eat the labor of thy hands: Happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee.
3Thy wife shall be as a fruitful vine, In the innermost parts of thy house; Thy children like olive plants, Round about thy table.
4Behold, thus shall the man be blessed That feareth Jehovah.
5Jehovah bless thee out of Zion: And see thou the good of Jerusalem all the days of thy life.
6Yea, see thou thy children’s children. Peace be upon Israel.
Psalms 128
1A Song of the Ascents. O the happiness of every one fearing Jehovah, Who is walking in His ways.
2The labour of thy hands thou surely eatest, Happy art thou, and good is to thee.
3Thy wife is as a fruitful vine in the sides of thy house, Thy sons as olive plants around thy table.
4Lo, surely thus is the man blessed who is fearing Jehovah.
5Jehovah doth bless thee out of Zion, Look, then, on the good of Jerusalem, All the days of thy life,
6And see the sons of thy sons! Peace on Israel!
Understanding American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation in Psalms 128
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 128:1
"Blessed is every one that feareth Jehovah, That walketh in his ways."
"A Song of the Ascents. O the happiness of every one fearing Jehovah, Who is walking in His ways."
