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1 And as they spoke to the people, the priests and the captain of the temple and the Sadducees approached them,
2 being greatly annoyed because of their teaching the people, and proclaiming in Jesus the resurrection of the dead.
3 And they threw hands on them, and put them in custody for the morrow, for it was now evening.
4 But many of those who heard the word believed, and the number of the men became about five thousand.
5 And it came to pass on the morrow, to be assembled in Jerusalem, their rulers, and elders, and scholars,
6 and Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the high priestly family.
7 And after placing them in the midst, they inquired, By what power, or in what name, have ye done this?
8 Then Peter being filled with Holy Spirit, said to them, Rulers of the people, and elders of Israel,
9 if we are examined today about a good deed, of a feeble man, by what this man has been healed,
10 be it known to you all, and to all the people of Israel, that in the name of Jesus Christ the Nazarene, whom ye crucified, whom God raised from the dead, by this, this man stands here before you healthy.
11 This is the stone that was rejected by you who build, which became into the head of the corner.
12 And salvation is not in any other man, for there is no other name under the heaven, that has been given among men, by which we must be saved.
13 Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and having perceived that they are illiterate and uneducated men, they marveled. And they recognized them, that they had been with Jesus.
14 And seeing the man who was healed standing with them, they had nothing to contradict.
15 But after commanding them to go outside of the council, they conferred among each other,
16 saying, What will we do to these men? For that indeed a notable sign has happened by them, is apparent to all who dwell in Jerusalem, and we cannot deny it.
17 But that it may not spread on further among the people, let us threaten them with threats to speak no longer in this name, to not one man.
18 And having called them, they commanded them entirely, not to utter nor to teach in the name of Jesus.
19 But Peter and John having replied to them, they said, Whether it is right in the sight of God to hearken to you rather than God, judge ye.
20 For we are not able not to speak what we saw and heard.
21 And they, having further threatened, released them, finding nothing how they might punish them, because of the people. Since all glorified God for that which happened.
22 For the man was more than forty years old on whom this sign of healing had occurred.
23 And after being released, they went to their own men, and reported as many things as the chief priests and the elders said to them.
24 And those who heard lifted up a voice to God with one accord, and said, Thou Master, the God who made the heaven and the earth and the sea, and all things in them.
25 He who said through the mouth of thy boy David, Why do the nations rage, and the peoples meditate vain things?
26 The kings of the earth stood up, and the rulers were gathered together, against the Lord, and against his Christ.
27 For in truth, against thy holy Boy Jesus, whom thou anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, with the Gentiles and the peoples of Israel, were gathered together,
28 to do as many things as thy hand and thy purpose predetermined to happen.
29 And now, Lord, look upon their threats, and grant to thy bondmen with all boldness to speak thy word,
30 by thy stretching forth thy hand for healing, and signs and wonders to happen through the name of thy holy Boy Jesus.
31 And when they prayed, the place in which they were assembled was shaken, and they were all filled with Holy Spirit, and they spoke the word of God with boldness.
32 And the multitude of those who believed were of one heart and soul. And not even one man said that anything of the things that was possessed by him was his own, but all things were common to them.
33 And with great power the apostles gave back the testimony of the resurrection of the Lord Jesus, and great grace was upon them all.
34 For not even any needy was among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses, selling, they brought the proceeds of the things that were sold,
35 and placed them at the apostles' feet. And it was distributed to each, according as any man had need.
36 And Joses, who was surnamed by the apostles, Barnabas (which is, being translated, son of encouragement), a Levite, a Cypriot by nationality,
37 having sold a field that was possessed by him, brought the money and placed it at the apostles' feet.
A Conservative Version (ACV)
A Conservative Version (ACV) of the Bible is a translation that aims to provide a conservative and literal interpretation of the biblical texts. Developed with a focus on maintaining fidelity to the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek manuscripts, the ACV emphasizes a word-for-word translation methodology. The goal is to preserve the subtleties and nuances of the original languages as accurately as possible. This approach results in a version of the Bible that seeks to remain true to the text's original meaning and context, appealing to readers who prioritize precision and doctrinal integrity.
The text of the Old Testament for A Conservative Version (ACV) came from the American Standard Version published in 1901. The main changes done for the ACV were the replacement of archaic words with more modern ones, except for the old English pronouns, which were kept because they are more communicative. The New Testament was translated from, The New Testament in the Original Greek According to the Byzantine-Majority Text form. That edition was compiled by Maurice A. Robinson and William G. Pierpont, and is of the Textus Receptus tradition from which came the King James Version.
The ACV was created in response to what its translators saw as a trend toward more liberal or dynamic-equivalence translations that prioritize readability over literal accuracy. The translators aimed to produce a text that adheres closely to the original languages, even if this makes the translation more challenging for contemporary readers. This reflects their belief in the importance of preserving the exact words and phrases used in the original scriptures. The ACV also employs traditional theological terminology and phrasing, avoiding modern slang and colloquial expressions in favor of language that conveys the gravity and solemnity of the biblical message.
While the ACV has found appreciation among conservative circles, it has faced criticism for its perceived rigidity and difficulty. Critics argue that its strict adherence to a word-for-word translation can make the text less readable and accessible, potentially alienating readers unfamiliar with the original languages or who prefer a more fluid translation. Despite these criticisms, the ACV remains a valued translation for those who prioritize a conservative and literal approach to Bible interpretation, supporting their doctrinal views with a text they believe closely reflects the original scriptures.