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1 And Eliphaz the Temanite answered:
2 Shall one try a word with you, you who are weary? But who can hold back with words?
3 Behold, you have instructed many, and you have made the weak hands strong.
4 Your words have upheld him who was falling, and you have made strong the feeble knees.
5 But now it has come upon you, and you faint. It touches you, and you are troubled.
6 Is not your reverence your hope? Is not your hope the uprightness of your ways?
7 Remember, please, who ever perished, being innocent? Or where were the righteous cut off?
8 As I have seen, the ones who plow iniquity and sow wickedness reap the same.
9 By the blast of God they perish, and by the breath of His nostrils they are destroyed.
10 The roar of the lion, and the voice of the fierce lion, and the teeth of the young lions, are broken.
11 The strong lion perishes for lack of prey, and the strong lion's cubs are scattered abroad.
12 And a word was secretly brought to me, and my ear received a little of it.
13 In thoughts from the visions of the night, when deep sleep falls upon men,
14 fear came upon me, and trembling, which made all my bones shake.
15 And a spirit passed before my face; the hair of my flesh stood up.
16 It stood still, but I could not tell the form of it. An image was before my eyes; silence; then I heard a voice,
17 Shall mortal man be more just than God? Shall a man be more pure than his Maker?
18 Behold, He puts no trust in His servants, and His angels He charges with folly!
19 How much less in those who live in houses of clay, whose foundation is in the dust, who are crushed before the moth?
20 They are destroyed from morning till evening; they perish forever without anyone caring.
21 Is not their tent cord plucked up within them? They die, but not with wisdom.
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.