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1 The transgression of the wicked man says within my heart, There is no fear of God before his eyes.
2 For he flatters himself in his own eyes, that his iniquity will not be found out and be hated.
3 The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit. He has ceased to be wise and to do good.
4 He devises iniquity upon his bed. He sets himself in a way that is not good. He does not abhor evil.
5 Thy loving kindness, O LORD, is in the heavens, thy faithfulness to the skies.
6 Thy righteousness is like the mountains of God. Thy judgments are a great deep. O LORD, thou preserve man and beast.
7 How precious is thy loving kindness, O God, and the sons of men take refuge under the shadow of thy wings.
8 They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy house, and thou will make them drink of the river of thy pleasures.
9 For with thee is the fountain of life. In thy light we shall see light.
10 O continue thy loving kindness to those who know thee, and thy righteousness to the upright in heart.
11 Let not the foot of pride come against me, and let not the hand of sinners drive me away.
12 There are the workers of iniquity fallen. They are thrust down, and shall not be able to rise.
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.