Psalms 54 Comparison: Noyes Translation (1869) vs King James Version
Psalms 54
1Save me, O God! by thy name, And by thy strength defend my cause!
2O God! hear my prayer, Give ear to the words of my mouth!
3For enemies have risen up against me, And oppressors seek my life; They have not set God before their eyes. [Pause.]
4Behold! God is my helper; The Lord is the support of my life.
5He will repay evil to my enemies; For thy truth’s sake, O God! cut them off!
6With a willing heart will I sacrifice to thee; I will praise thy name, O LORD! for it is good;
7For thou hast delivered me from all trouble, So that my eye hath looked with joy upon my enemies!
Psalms 54
1Save me, O God, by thy name, and judge me by thy strength.
2Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth.
3For strangers are risen up against me, and oppressors seek after my soul: they have not set God before them. Selah.
4Behold, God is mine helper: the Lord is with them that uphold my soul.
5He shall reward evil unto mine enemies: cut them off in thy truth.
6I will freely sacrifice unto thee: I will praise thy name, O Lord; for it is good.
7For he hath delivered me out of all trouble: and mine eye hath seen his desire upon mine enemies.
Understanding Noyes Translation (1869) vs King James Version in Psalms 54
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 54:1
"Save me, O God! by thy name, And by thy strength defend my cause!"
"Save me, O God, by thy name, and judge me by thy strength."
