Psalms 126 Comparison: Noyes Translation (1869) vs King James Version
Psalms 126
1When the LORD brought back the captivity of Zion, We were like them that dream.
2Then was our mouth filled with laughter, And our tongue with singing. Then said they among the nations, "The LORD hath done great things for them!"
3Yea, the LORD hath done great things for us, For which we are glad.
4Bring back, O LORD! our captivity, Like streams in the South!
5They who sow in tears Shall reap in joy.
6Yea, he goeth forth weeping, bearing his seed; He shall surely come back rejoicing, bearing his sheaves.
Psalms 126
1When the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream.
2Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The Lord hath done great things for them.
3The Lord hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.
4Turn again our captivity, O Lord, as the streams in the south.
5They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.
6He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.
Understanding Noyes Translation (1869) vs King James Version in Psalms 126
Noyes Translation (1869) (Noyes)
A scholarly 1869 translation by George R. Noyes, aiming for precision and literary beauty. Known for its distinct Unitarian perspective and separate translation of poetical books like Psalms.
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 126:1
"When the LORD brought back the captivity of Zion, We were like them that dream."
"When the Lord turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream."
