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1 Moreover Elihu answered, and said,
2 What is this thou think in judgment? Who are thou that thou said, I am righteousness before LORD?
3 That thou said, What advantage will it be to thee? And, What profit shall I have more than if I had sinned?
4 I will answer thee, and thy companions with thee.
5 Look to the heavens, and see. And behold the skies, which are higher than thou.
6 If thou have sinned, what do thou effect against him? And if thy transgressions be multiplied, what do thou to him?
7 If thou be righteous, what do thou give him? Or what does he receive of thy hand?
8 Thy wickedness is a man as thou are, and thy righteousness is a son of man.
9 Because of the multitude of oppressions they cry out. They cry for help because of the arm of the mighty.
10 But none says, Where is God my maker who gives songs in the night,
11 who teaches us more than the beasts of the earth, and makes us wiser than the birds of the heavens?
12 There they cry, but none gives answer, because of the pride of evil men.
13 Surely God will not hear an empty cry, nor will the Almighty regard it.
14 How much less when thou say thou do not behold him. The case is before him, and thou wait for him!
15 But now, because he has not visited in his anger, nor does he greatly regard folly,
16 so Job opens his mouth in vanity. He multiplies words without knowledge.
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.