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1 The proverbs of Solomon. A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is the heaviness of his mother.
2 Treasures of wickedness profit nothing, but righteousness delivers from death.
3 LORD will not allow the soul of a righteous man to famish, but he thrusts away the desire of the wicked.
4 He who works with a slack hand becomes poor, but the hand of the diligent makes rich.
5 He who gathers in summer is a wise son. He who sleeps in harvest is a son who causes shame.
6 Blessings are upon the head of a righteous man, but violence covers the mouth of the wicked.
7 The memory of a righteous man is blessed, but the name of the wicked shall rot.
8 The wise in heart will receive commandments, but a prating fool shall fall.
9 He who walks uprightly walks securely, but he who perverts his ways shall be known.
10 He who winks with the eye causes sorrow. And a prating fool shall fall.
11 The mouth of a righteous man is a fountain of life, but violence covers the mouth of the wicked.
12 Hatred stirs up strife, but love covers all transgressions.
13 In the lips of him who has discernment wisdom is found, but a rod is for the back of him who is void of understanding.
14 Wise men lay up knowledge, but the mouth of a foolish man is a present destruction.
15 The rich man's wealth is his strong city. The destruction of the poor is their poverty.
16 The labor of a righteous man produces life. The fruit of a wicked man is to sin.
17 He is in the way of life who heeds correction, but he who forsakes reproof errs.
18 He who hides hatred is of lying lips. And he who utters a slander is a fool.
19 Transgression is not lacking in the multitude of words, but he who refrains his lips does wisely.
20 The tongue of a righteous man is choice silver. The heart of the wicked is little worth.
21 The lips of a righteous man feeds many, but the foolish die for lack of understanding.
22 The blessing of LORD, it makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.
23 It is as sport to a fool to do mischief, and so is wisdom to a man of understanding.
24 The fear of a wicked man shall come upon him. And the desire of the righteous shall be granted.
25 When the whirlwind passes, the wicked man is no more, but the righteous man is an everlasting foundation.
26 As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to those who send him.
27 The fear of LORD prolongs days, but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
28 The hope of the righteous is gladness, but the expectation of the wicked shall perish.
29 The way of LORD is a stronghold to the upright, but it is a destruction to the workers of iniquity.
30 A righteous man shall never be removed, but the wicked shall not dwell in the land.
31 The mouth of a righteous man brings forth wisdom, but the perverse tongue shall be cut off.
32 The lips of a righteous man knows what is acceptable, but the mouth of the wicked is perverseness.
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.