Psalms 111 Comparison: Geneva Bible 1599 vs King James Version
Psalms 111
1Praise ye the Lord. I will prayse the Lord with my whole heart in the assemblie and Congregation of the iust.
2The workes of the Lord are great, and ought to be sought out of al them that loue them.
3His worke is beautifull and glorious, and his righteousnesse endureth for euer.
4He hath made his wonderfull workes to be had in remembrance: the Lord is mercifull and full of compassion.
5He hath giuen a portion vnto them that feare him: he wil euer be mindfull of his couenant.
6He hath shewed to his people the power of his workes in giuing vnto them the heritage of the heathen.
7The workes of his handes are trueth and iudgement: all his statutes are true.
8They are stablished for euer and euer, and are done in trueth and equitie.
9He sent redemption vnto his people: he hath commanded his couenant for euer: holy and fearefull is his Name.
10The beginning of wisedome is the feare of the Lord: all they that obserue them, haue good vnderstanding: his praise endureth for euer.
Psalms 111
1Praise ye the Lord. I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation.
2The works of the Lord are great, sought out of all them that have pleasure therein.
3His work is honourable and glorious: and his righteousness endureth for ever.
4He hath made his wonderful works to be remembered: the Lord is gracious and full of compassion.
5He hath given meat unto them that fear him: he will ever be mindful of his covenant.
6He hath shewed his people the power of his works, that he may give them the heritage of the heathen.
7The works of his hands are verity and judgment; all his commandments are sure.
8They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and uprightness.
9He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.
10The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do his commandments: his praise endureth for ever.
Understanding Geneva Bible 1599 vs King James Version in Psalms 111
Geneva Bible 1599 (Geneva1599)
An influential Reformation-era English Bible used widely in early modern Protestantism. Known for its historic impact and distinctive style. Great for readers exploring classic English and the heritage of early study Bibles.
King James Version (KJV)
The classic 1611 English translation known for its majestic prose and literary influence. Ideal for traditional study and memorization thanks to its formal style. A foundational English Bible used for centuries.
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Key Comparison: Psalms 111:1
"Praise ye the Lord. I will prayse the Lord with my whole heart in the assemblie and Congregation of the iust."
"Praise ye the Lord. I will praise the Lord with my whole heart, in the assembly of the upright, and in the congregation."
