Psalms 3 Comparison: Wycliffe Bible (1395) vs King James Version
Psalms 3
1The title of the thridde salm. `The salm of Dauid, whanne he fledde fro the face of Absolon, his sone.
2Lord, whi ben thei multiplied that disturblen me?
3many men rysen ayens me. Many men seien of my soule, Noon helthe is to hym in his God.
4But thou, Lord, art myn vptakere; my glorye, and enhaunsyng myn heed.
5With my vois Y criede to the Lord; and he herde me fro his hooli hil.
6I slepte, and `was quenchid, and Y roos vp; for the Lord resseyuede me.
7I schal not drede thousyndis of puple cumpassynge me; Lord, rise thou vp; my God, make thou me saaf.
8For thou hast smyte alle men beynge aduersaries to me with out cause; thou hast al to-broke the teeth of synneris.
9Helthe is of the Lord; and thi blessyng, Lord, is on thi puple.
Psalms 3
1Lord, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me.
2Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.
3But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.
4I cried unto the Lord with my voice, and he heard me out of his holy hill. Selah.
5I laid me down and slept; I awaked; for the Lord sustained me.
6I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people, that have set themselves against me round about.
7Arise, O Lord; save me, O my God: for thou hast smitten all mine enemies upon the cheek bone; thou hast broken the teeth of the ungodly.
8Salvation belongeth unto the Lord: thy blessing is upon thy people. Selah.
Understanding Wycliffe Bible (1395) vs King James Version in Psalms 3
Wycliffe Bible (1395) (Wycliffe)
The first complete English translation of the Bible (1395) by John Wycliffe and his followers. Translated from the Latin Vulgate. A landmark in English history and the Reformation.
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 3:1
"The title of the thridde salm. `The salm of Dauid, whanne he fledde fro the face of Absolon, his sone."
"Lord, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me."
