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1 To thee, O LORD, do I lift up my soul.
2 O my God, in thee I have trusted. Let me not be put to shame. Let not my enemies triumph over me.
3 Yea, none who wait for thee shall be put to shame. They shall be put to shame who deal treacherously without cause.
4 Show me thy ways, O LORD. Teach me thy paths.
5 Guide me in thy truth, and teach me. For thou are the God of my salvation. For thee do I wait all the day.
6 Remember, O LORD, thy tender mercies and thy loving kindness. For they have been ever of old.
7 Remember not the sins of my youth, nor my transgressions. According to thy loving kindness remember thou me, for thy goodness' sake, O LORD.
8 Good and upright is LORD. Therefore he will instruct sinners in the way.
9 The meek he will guide in justice, and the meek he will teach his way.
10 All the paths of LORD are loving kindness and truth to such as keep his covenant and his testimonies.
11 For thy name's sake, O LORD, pardon my iniquity, for it is great.
12 What man is he who fears LORD? Him he shall instruct in the way that he shall choose.
13 His soul shall dwell at ease, and his seed shall inherit the land.
14 The friendship of LORD is with those who fear him, and he will show them his covenant.
15 My eyes are ever toward LORD, for he will pluck my feet out of the net.
16 Turn thee to me, and have mercy upon me, for I am desolate and afflicted.
17 The troubles of my heart are enlarged. O bring thou me out of my distresses.
18 Consider my affliction and my travail, and forgive all my sins.
19 Consider my enemies, for they are many. And they hate me with cruel hatred.
20 O keep my soul, and deliver me. Let me not be put to shame, for I take refuge in thee.
21 Let integrity and uprightness preserve me, for I wait for thee.
22 Redeem Israel, O God, out all of his troubles.
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.