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1 A wise son hears his father's instruction, but a scoffer listens not to rebuke.
2 A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth, but the soul of the treacherous, violence.
3 He who guards his mouth keeps his life. He who opens wide his lips shall have destruction.
4 The soul of the sluggard desires, and has nothing, but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
5 A righteous man hates lying, but a wicked man is loathsome, and comes to shame.
6 Righteousness guards him who is upright in the way, but wickedness overthrows the sinner.
7 There is he who makes himself rich, yet has nothing, and he who makes himself poor, yet has great wealth.
8 The ransom of a man's life is his riches, but the poor hears no threatening.
9 The light of the righteous rejoices, but the lamp of the wicked shall be put out.
10 Through pride a vain man causes contention, but wisdom is with the well-advised.
11 Wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished, but he who gathers by labor shall have increase.
12 Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but when the desire comes, it is a tree of life.
13 He who despises the word brings destruction on himself, but he who fears the commandment shall be rewarded.
14 The law of a wise man is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death.
15 Good understanding gives favor, but the way of the transgressor is hard.
16 Every prudent man works with knowledge, but a fool flaunts folly.
17 A wicked messenger falls into evil, but a faithful ambassador is health.
18 Poverty and shame are to him who refuses correction, but he who regards reproof shall be honored.
19 The desire accomplished is sweet to the soul, but it is an abomination to fools to depart from evil.
20 Walk with wise men, and thou shall be wise. But the companion of fools shall smart for it.
21 Evil pursues sinners, but the righteous shall be recompensed with good.
22 A good man leaves an inheritance to his son's sons, and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the righteous.
23 Much food is in the tillage of the poor, but there is that is consumed because of injustice.
24 He who spares his rod hates his son, but he who loves him chastens him promptly.
25 A righteous man eats to the satisfying of his soul, but the belly of the wicked shall want.
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.