Psalms 24 Comparison: Geneva Bible 1599 vs King James Version
Psalms 24
1A Psalme of David. The earth is the Lordes, and all that therein is: the worlde and they that dwell therein.
2For he hath founded it vpon the seas: and established it vpon the floods.
3Who shall ascende into the mountaine of the Lord? and who shall stand in his holy place?
4Euen he that hath innocent handes, and a pure heart: which hath not lift vp his minde vnto vanitie, nor sworne deceitfully.
5He shall receiue a blessing from the Lord, and righteousnesse from the God of his saluation.
6This is the generation of them that seeke him, of them that seeke thy face, this is Iaakob. Selah.
7Lift vp your heads ye gates, and be ye lift vp ye euerlasting doores, and the King of glory shall come in.
8Who is this King of glorie? the Lord, strong and mightie, euen the Lord mightie in battell.
9Lift vp your heads, ye gates, and lift vp your selues, ye euerlasting doores, and the King of glorie shall come in.
10Who is this King of glory? the Lord of hostes, he is the King of glorie. Selah.
Psalms 24
1The earth is the Lord’s, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.
2For he hath founded it upon the seas, and established it upon the floods.
3Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord? or who shall stand in his holy place?
4He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully.
5He shall receive the blessing from the Lord, and righteousness from the God of his salvation.
6This is the generation of them that seek him, that seek thy face, O Jacob. Selah.
7Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in.
8Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle.
9Lift up your heads, O ye gates; even lift them up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in.
10Who is this King of glory? The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory. Selah.
Understanding Geneva Bible 1599 vs King James Version in Psalms 24
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 24:1
"A Psalme of David. The earth is the Lordes, and all that therein is: the worlde and they that dwell therein."
"The earth is the Lord’s, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein."
