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1 Praise Jehovah! I will praise Jehovah with all my heart, in the council of the upright, and of the congregation.
2 The works of Jehovah are great, sought out by all those who have pleasure in them.
3 His work is honorable and glorious; and His righteousness is standing forever.
4 He has made His wonderful works to be remembered; Jehovah is gracious and full of pity.
5 He has given food to those who fear Him; He will always be mindful of His covenant.
6 He has shown His people the power of His works, to give to them the inheritance of the nations.
7 The works of His hands are truth and judgment; all His commands are true,
8 standing fast forever and ever; they are done in truth and uprightness.
9 He sent redemption to His people; He has commanded His covenant forever; holy and awesome is His name.
10 The fear of Jehovah is the beginning of wisdom; all practicing them have good understanding; His praise stands forever.
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have meticulously preserved the structure and vocabulary of the KJV, only updating words and phrases that have become outdated or whose meanings have shifted over time.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.