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1 This is the book of the generations of Adam. In the day that God created man, he made him in the likeness of God.
2 He created them male and female, and blessed them. And He called their name man in the day when they were created.
3 And Adam lived one hundred and thirty years and fathered a son in his own likeness, after his own image. And he called his name Seth.
4 And the days of Adam after he had fathered Seth were eight hundred years. And he fathered sons and daughters.
5 And all the days that Adam lived were nine hundred and thirty years. And he died.
6 And Seth lived one hundred and five years and fathered Enos.
7 And after he fathered Enos, Seth lived eight hundred and seven years. And he fathered sons and daughters.
8 And all the days of Seth were nine hundred and twelve years. And he died.
9 And Enosh lived ninety years and fathered Cainan.
10 And after he fathered Cainan, Enosh lived eight hundred and fifteen years. And he fathered sons and daughters.
11 And all the days of Enosh were nine hundred and five years. And he died.
12 And Cainan lived seventy years and fathered Mahalaleel.
13 And after he fathered Mahalaleel, Cainan lived eight hundred and forty years. And he fathered sons and daughters.
14 And all the days of Cainan were nine hundred and ten years, and he died.
15 And Mahalaleel lived sixty-five years and fathered Jared.
16 And after he fathered Jared, Mahalaleel lived eight hundred and thirty years. And he fathered sons and daughters.
17 And all the days of Mahalaleel were eight hundred and ninety-five years. And he died.
18 And Jared lived one hundred and sixty-two years and fathered Enoch.
19 And after he fathered Enoch, Jared lived eight hundred years. And he fathered sons and daughters.
20 And all the days of Jared were nine hundred and sixty-two years. And he died.
21 And Enoch lived sixty-five years and fathered Methuselah.
22 And Enoch walked with God three hundred years after he fathered Methuselah. And he fathered sons and daughters.
23 And all the days of Enoch were three hundred and sixty-five years.
24 And Enoch walked with God, and then he was not, for God took him.
25 And Methuselah lived one hundred and eighty-seven years and fathered Lamech.
26 And after he fathered Lamech, Methuselah lived seven hundred and eighty-two years. And he fathered sons and daughters.
27 And all the days of Methuselah were nine hundred and sixty-nine years. And he died.
28 And Lamech lived one hundred and eighty-two years and fathered a son.
29 And he called his name Noah, saying, This one shall comfort us concerning our work and the toil of our hands, because of the ground which Jehovah has cursed.
30 And after he fathered Noah, Lamech lived five hundred and ninety-five years. And he fathered sons and daughters.
31 And all the days of Lamech were seven hundred and seventy-seven years. And he died.
32 And Noah was five hundred years old. And Noah fathered Shem, Ham, and Japheth.
The Modern King James Version (MKJV)
The Modern King James Version (MKJV) is a contemporary English translation of the Bible that aims to preserve the majesty and accuracy of the original King James Version (KJV) while updating its language for modern readers. Developed by Jay P. Green Sr. and first published in 1990, the MKJV seeks to maintain the literary beauty and doctrinal reliability of the KJV, making only necessary adjustments to archaic terms and phrases to enhance readability. This careful balance allows the MKJV to retain the classic feel of the KJV while making it more accessible to today’s audience.
One of the standout features of the MKJV is its commitment to formal equivalence, or word-for-word translation. The translators have meticulously preserved the structure and vocabulary of the KJV, only updating words and phrases that have become outdated or whose meanings have shifted over time. This approach ensures that the MKJV remains faithful to the original texts and maintains the theological and literary integrity of the KJV. By preserving the cadence and phrasing of the original, the MKJV offers a reading experience that is both familiar and refreshed for modern readers.
The MKJV also pays special attention to the textual basis of the translation. Like the KJV, it relies on the Textus Receptus for the New Testament and the Masoretic Text for the Old Testament. This adherence to traditional source texts underscores the MKJV’s commitment to continuity with the historic Christian tradition. The translation is designed to serve both devotional and scholarly purposes, providing a text that is suitable for study, teaching, and public reading in a variety of settings.
Despite its strengths, the Modern King James Version has faced some criticism. Some scholars and readers argue that the translation could benefit from a more extensive revision to fully embrace contemporary language, suggesting that the MKJV’s adherence to the structure and style of the KJV may still pose challenges for modern readers. Others appreciate the balance it strikes but note that it occupies a niche space, appealing primarily to those who have a strong attachment to the KJV. Nonetheless, the MKJV remains a respected and valued translation for those seeking a modern update of the KJV that honors its rich heritage and timeless message.