« | Job 10 | » |
1 My soul is weary of my life; I will leave my complaint on my self; I will speak in the bitterness of my soul.
2 I will say to God, Do not condemn me; make me know why You contend with me.
3 Is it good to You that You should press down, that You should despise the work of Your hands, and shine on the counsel of the wicked?
4 Have You eyes of flesh? Or do You see as a man sees?
5 Are Your days like the days of man? Are Your years like man's days,
6 that You seek out my iniquity, and search for my sin?
7 You know that I am not wicked; and there is none who can deliver out of Your hand.
8 Your hands have made me and shaped me, together all around; yet You destroy me.
9 Remember, I beseech You, that You have formed me as the clay; and will You bring me into the dust again?
10 Have You not poured me out like milk, and curdled me like cheese?
11 You have clothed me with skin and flesh, and have fenced me with bones and sinews.
12 You have granted me life and favor, and Your providence has preserved my spirit.
13 And these have You hidden in Your heart; I know that this was with You.
14 If I sin, then You mark me, and You will not acquit me from my iniquity.
15 If I am wicked, woe to me; and if I am righteous, I will not lift up my head, being filled with shame, and looking on my affliction.
16 For it increases! You hunt me as a fierce lion; and again You show Yourself marvelous on me.
17 You renew Your witnesses against me, and increase Your anger on me; changes and warfare are against me.
18 Why then have You brought me from the womb? Oh that I had given up the spirit, and no eye had seen me!
19 I should have been as though I had not been; I would have been carried from the womb to the grave.
20 Are not my days few? Cease then, and let me alone, that I may take comfort a little,
21 before I go, and I shall not return, even to the land of darkness and the shadow of death;
22 a land of obscurity, the darkness of the shadow of death, without any order, and the shining is as darkness.
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.