Psalms 133 Comparison: American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation
Psalms 133
1Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brethren to dwell together in unity!
2It is like the precious oil upon the head, That ran down upon the beard, Even Aaron’s beard; That came down upon the skirt of his garments;
3Like the dew of Hermon, That cometh down upon the mountains of Zion: For there Jehovah commanded the blessing, Even life for evermore.
Psalms 133
1A Song of the Ascents, by David. Lo, how good and how pleasant The dwelling of brethreneven together!
2As the good oil on the head, Coming down on the beard, the beard of Aaron, That cometh down on the skirt of his robes,
3As dew of HermonThat cometh down on hills of Zion, For there Jehovah commanded the blessingLife unto the age!
Understanding American Standard Version vs Young's Literal Translation in Psalms 133
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 133:1
"Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brethren to dwell together in unity!"
"A Song of the Ascents, by David. Lo, how good and how pleasant The dwelling of brethreneven together!"
