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1 So then, my brothers, beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand firm in Lord this way beloved.
2 I exhort Euodias, and I exhort Syntyche, to think the same way in Lord.
3 Yes, I ask thee also, genuine yokefellow, help them--the women who labored with me in the good-news--with Clement also, and the rest of my co-workmen whose names are in the book of life.
4 Rejoice in Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice.
5 Let your meekness be known to all men. The Lord is near.
6 Be anxious about nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thankfulness make your requests known to God.
7 And the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
8 Finally brothers, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honorable, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are commendable, if anything is a virtue, and if anything is praiseworthy, think on these things.
9 And what ye learned and received and heard and saw in me, these things do, and the God of peace will be with you.
10 But I rejoiced in Lord greatly that now at last ye have revived thinking about me, in which also ye were thinking, but ye lacked opportunity.
11 Not that I speak regarding need, for I have learned in what things I am to be content.
12 I know both how to be abased and how to abound. In everything and in all things I have learned the secret both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to be lacking.
13 I can do all things in the Christ who strengthens me.
14 Nevertheless ye did well having shared with my affliction.
15 And ye Philippians also have seen that, in the beginning of the good-news when I departed from Macedonia, not one congregation shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving except ye only,
16 because also in Thessalonica ye sent both once and again to my need.
17 Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that abounds to your account.
18 But I receive all things, and I abound. I have been filled, having received from Epaphroditus the things from you, an aroma of fragrance, an acceptable sacrifice well-pleasing to God.
19 And my God will fill your every need according to his wealth in glory in Christ Jesus.
20 Now to our God and Father is the glory into the ages of the ages. Truly.
21 Salute every sanctified man in Christ Jesus. The brothers with me salute you.
22 All the sanctified salute you, and especially those of the house of Caesar.
23 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ is with you all. Truly.
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.