Psalms 16 Comparison: Geneva Bible 1599 vs King James Version
Psalms 16
1Michtam of Dauid. Preserue mee, O God: for in thee doe I trust.
2O my soule, thou hast sayd vnto the Lord, Thou art my Lord: my weldoing extendeth not to thee,
3But to the Saints that are in the earth, and to the excellent: all my delite is in them.
4The sorowes of them, that offer to an other god, shall be multiplied: their offerings of blood will I not offer, neither make mention of their names with my lips.
5The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou shalt mainteine my lot.
6The lines are fallen vnto me in pleasant places: yea, I haue a faire heritage.
7I wil prayse the Lord, who hath giuen me counsell: my reines also teach me in the nightes.
8I haue set the Lord alwayes before me: for hee is at my right hand: therefore I shall not slide.
9Wherefore mine heart is glad and my tongue reioyceth: my flesh also doeth rest in hope.
10For thou wilt not leaue my soule in the graue: neither wilt thou suffer thine holy one to see corruption.
11Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is the fulnesse of ioy: and at thy right hand there are pleasures for euermore.
Psalms 16
1Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust.
2O my soul, thou hast said unto the Lord, Thou art my Lord: my goodness extendeth not to thee;
3But to the saints that are in the earth, and to the excellent, in whom is all my delight.
4Their sorrows shall be multiplied that hasten after another god: their drink offerings of blood will I not offer, nor take up their names into my lips.
5The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot.
6The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yea, I have a goodly heritage.
7I will bless the Lord, who hath given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons.
8I have set the Lord always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
9Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope.
10For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption.
11Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore.
Understanding Geneva Bible 1599 vs King James Version in Psalms 16
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 16:1
"Michtam of Dauid. Preserue mee, O God: for in thee doe I trust."
"Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust."
