Psalms 23 Comparison: Noyes Translation (1869) vs King James Version
Psalms 23
1The LORD is my shepherd: I shall not want.
2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside the still waters.
3He reviveth my soul; He leadeth me in paths of safety, For his name’s sake.
4When I walk through a valley of deathlike shade, I fear no evil; for thou art with me; Thy crook and thy staff, they comfort me.
5Thou preparest a table before me In the presence of mine enemies. Thou anointest my head with oil; My cup runneth over.
6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, And I shall dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
Psalms 23
1The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
3He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
4Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
5Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.
Understanding Noyes Translation (1869) vs King James Version in Psalms 23
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 23:1
"The LORD is my shepherd: I shall not want."
"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want."
