Psalms 4 Comparison: Noyes Translation (1869) vs King James Version
Psalms 4
1Hear me, when I call, O God of my righteousness! Thou hast helped me, when I was in trouble,—Have pity upon me, and hear my prayer!
2How long, O men! will ye dishonor my dignity? How long will ye love vanity, and seek disappointment? [Pause.]
3Know ye that the LORD hath exalted one that is devoted to him; The LORD will hear, when I call upon him.
4Stand in awe, and sin no more; Commune with your hearts upon your beds, and desist! [Pause.]
5Offer sacrifices of righteousness, And put your trust in the LORD!
6There are many who say, Who will show us any good? LORD, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us!
7Thou puttest gladness into my heart, Greater than theirs, when their corn and wine are abundant.
8I will lay me down in peace, and sleep: For thou alone, O LORD! makest me dwell in safety.
Psalms 4
1Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer.
2O ye sons of men, how long will ye turn my glory into shame? how long will ye love vanity, and seek after leasing? Selah.
3But know that the Lord hath set apart him that is godly for himself: the Lord will hear when I call unto him.
4Stand in awe, and sin not: commune with your own heart upon your bed, and be still. Selah.
5Offer the sacrifices of righteousness, and put your trust in the Lord.
6There be many that say, Who will shew us any good? Lord, lift thou up the light of thy countenance upon us.
7Thou hast put gladness in my heart, more than in the time that their corn and their wine increased.
8I will both lay me down in peace, and sleep: for thou, Lord, only makest me dwell in safety.
Understanding Noyes Translation (1869) vs King James Version in Psalms 4
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 4:1
"Hear me, when I call, O God of my righteousness! Thou hast helped me, when I was in trouble,—Have pity upon me, and hear my prayer!"
"Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness: thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress; have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer."
