When I memorize the Old Testament, I memorize the name Yahweh rather than “the LORD” because I believe it is closer to the original sense of what was written. A good example springs out of Psalm 19. In this example, the meaning of the text is understood better when seeing the contradiction between using God’s name (Yahweh) instead of a general name for God (el) or a title (lord). Here is the verse in the ESV (English Standard Version). Psalms 19:7 The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple; Here is how I have it memorized: Psalms…