Psalms 6 Comparison: Geneva Bible 1599 vs King James Version
Psalms 6
1To him that excelleth on Neginoth upon the eith tune. A Psalme of Dauid. O lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chastise me in thy wrath.
2Haue mercie vpon me, O Lord, for I am weake: O Lord heale me, for my bones are vexed.
3My soule is also sore troubled: but Lord how long wilt thou delay?
4Returne, O Lord: deliuer my soule: saue me for thy mercies sake.
5For in death there is no remembrance of thee: in the graue who shall prayse thee?
6I fainted in my mourning: I cause my bed euery night to swimme, and water my couch with my teares.
7Mine eye is dimmed for despight, and sunke in because of all mine enemies.
8Away from mee all ye workers of iniquitie: for the Lord hath heard the voyce of my weeping.
9The Lord hath heard my petition: the Lord will receiue my prayer.
10All mine enemies shall be confounded and sore vexed: they shall be turned backe, and put to shame suddenly.
Psalms 6
1O Lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure.
2Have mercy upon me, O Lord; for I am weak: O Lord, heal me; for my bones are vexed.
3My soul is also sore vexed: but thou, O Lord, how long?
4Return, O Lord, deliver my soul: oh save me for thy mercies’ sake.
5For in death there is no remembrance of thee: in the grave who shall give thee thanks?
6I am weary with my groaning; all the night make I my bed to swim; I water my couch with my tears.
7Mine eye is consumed because of grief; it waxeth old because of all mine enemies.
8Depart from me, all ye workers of iniquity; for the Lord hath heard the voice of my weeping.
9The Lord hath heard my supplication; the Lord will receive my prayer.
10Let all mine enemies be ashamed and sore vexed: let them return and be ashamed suddenly.
Understanding Geneva Bible 1599 vs King James Version in Psalms 6
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 6:1
"To him that excelleth on Neginoth upon the eith tune. A Psalme of Dauid. O lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chastise me in thy wrath."
"O Lord, rebuke me not in thine anger, neither chasten me in thy hot displeasure."
