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1 And Job answered and said,
2 Oh that my grief were but weighed, and my ruin laid in the balances together!
3 For now it would be heavier than the sand of the sea; therefore my words have been rash.
4 For the arrows of the Almighty are within me, their fury is drinking my spirit; the terrors of God are set against me.
5 Does the wild ass bray when he has grass? Or does the ox low over his fodder?
6 Can that which has no taste be eaten without salt? Or is there taste in the white of an egg?
7 My soul refuses to touch them; they are sickening food to me.
8 Oh that I might have my desire, and that God would grant the thing that I long for!
9 Even that it would please God to destroy me; that He would loose His hand and cut me off!
10 And it is yet my comfort; yea, I would rejoice in pain, though He did not spare me; for I have not hidden the words of the Holy One.
11 What is my strength, that I should hope? And what is my end, that I should be patient?
12 Is my strength the strength of stones? Or is my flesh bronze?
13 Is not my help in me? And is wisdom fully driven away from me?
14 To him who is afflicted, pity is due from his friend, but he forsakes the fear of the Almighty.
15 My brothers have dealt deceitfully as a torrent; they pass away as the streams of torrents,
16 torrents black from ice, in which the snow hides itself.
17 When they become warm, they go away; when it is hot, they vanish out of their place.
18 The paths of their way are turned aside; they go to nothing and are lost.
19 The troops of Tema looked; the companies of Sheba hoped for them.
20 They were ashamed because they had hoped; they came there and were ashamed.
21 Surely now you are like them; you see my casting down, and are afraid.
22 Did I say, Give to me? or, Offer a bribe for me from your wealth;
23 or, Deliver me from the enemy's hand; or, Redeem me from the hand of the mighty?
24 Teach me, and I will be silent; and cause me to understand where I have gone astray.
25 Right words are powerful, but what does your arguing argue?
26 Do you intend to criticize words, and the speeches of one who is hopeless, that are as wind?
27 Yea, you cause anger to fall on the fatherless, and you dig a pit for your friend.
28 And now, please look on me; for if I lie, it is before your face.
29 Turn back, please let there be no sin; yea, return again, my righteousness is in this matter.
30 Is there wrong in my tongue? Cannot my taste discern desirable things?
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.