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1 Rejoice in LORD, O ye righteous. Praise is comely for the upright.
2 Give thanks to LORD with the harp. Sing praises to him with the psaltery of ten strings.
3 Sing to him a new song. Play skillfully with a loud noise.
4 For the word of LORD is right, and all his work is done in faithfulness.
5 He loves righteousness and justice. The earth is full of the loving kindness of LORD.
6 By the word of LORD were the heavens made, and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth.
7 He gathers the waters of the sea together as a heap. He lays up the deeps in store-houses.
8 Let all the earth fear LORD. Let all the inhabitants of the world stand in awe of him.
9 For he spoke, and it was done. He commanded, and it stood fast.
10 LORD brings the counsel of the nations to naught. He makes the thoughts of the peoples to be of no effect.
11 The counsel of LORD stands fast forever, the thoughts of his heart to all generations.
12 Blessed is the nation whose God is LORD, the people whom he has chosen for his own inheritance.
13 LORD looks from heaven. He beholds all the sons of men.
14 From the place of his habitation he looks forth upon all the inhabitants of the earth;
15 he who fashions the hearts of them all, who considers all their works.
16 There is no king saved by the multitude of an army. A mighty man is not delivered by great strength.
17 A horse is a vain thing for safety, nor does he deliver any by his great power.
18 Behold, the eye of LORD is upon those who fear him, upon those who hope in his loving kindness,
19 to deliver their soul from death, and to keep them alive in famine.
20 Our soul has waited for LORD. He is our help and our shield.
21 For our heart shall rejoice in him because we have trusted in his holy name.
22 Let thy loving kindness, O LORD, be upon us, according as we have hoped in thee.
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.