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1 Praise ye LORD. Praise ye the name of LORD. Praise, O ye servants of LORD,
2 ye who stand in the house of LORD, in the courts of the house of our God.
3 Praise ye LORD, for LORD is good. Sing praises to his name, for it is pleasant.
4 For LORD has chosen Jacob to himself, Israel for his own possession.
5 For I know that LORD is great, and that our LORD is above all gods.
6 Whatever LORD pleased, that he has done, in heaven and in earth, in the seas and in all deeps,
7 who causes the vapors to ascend from the ends of the earth, who makes lightnings for the rain, who brings forth the wind out of his treasuries,
8 who smote the firstborn of Egypt, both of man and beast,
9 who sent signs and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants,
10 who smote many nations, and killed mighty kings--
11 Sihon king of the Amorites, and Og king of Bashan, and all the kingdoms of Canaan--
12 and gave their land for a heritage, a heritage to Israel his people.
13 Thy name, O LORD, is forever, thy memorial, O LORD, throughout all generations.
14 For LORD will judge his people, and will relent concerning his servants.
15 The idols of the nations are silver and gold, the work of men's hands.
16 They have mouths, but they speak not. They have eyes, but they see not.
17 They have ears, but they hear not, nor is there any breath in their mouths.
18 Those who make them shall be like them, yea, everyone who trusts in them.
19 O house of Israel, bless ye LORD. O house of Aaron, bless ye LORD.
20 O house of Levi, bless ye LORD. Ye who fear LORD, bless ye LORD.
21 Blessed be LORD out of Zion, who dwells at Jerusalem. Praise ye LORD.
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.