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1 The praise of a Song by David. Come, let us rejoice in the Lord; let us make a joyful noise to God our Savior.
2 Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise to Him with psalms.
3 For the Lord is a great God, and a great King over all gods; for the Lord will not cast off His people.
4 For the ends of the earth are in His hands; and the heights of the mountains are His.
5 For the sea is His, and He made it; and His hands formed the dry land.
6 Come, let us worship and fall down before Him, and weep before the Lord that made us.
7 For He is our God; and we are the people of His pasture, and the sheep of His hand.
8 Today, if you will hear His voice, harden not your hearts, as in the provocation, according to the day of trial in the wilderness;
9 where your fathers tested Me, and tried Me, and saw My works.
10 Forty years was I grieved with this generation, and said, They do always err in their heart, and they have not known My ways.
11 So I swore in My wrath, They shall not enter into My rest.
The Apostles’ Bible Complete (ABC)
The Apostles’ Bible Complete (ABC) is a modern translation of the Bible that strives to offer a clear and faithful rendering of the scriptures in contemporary language. This translation is designed to be accessible to a wide audience, providing an easy-to-read yet accurate version of the biblical text. The ABC translation aims to bridge the gap between the ancient languages in which the Bible was originally written and the modern vernacular, making it an ideal choice for both personal study and public reading.
One of the notable features of the Apostles’ Bible Complete is its dedication to maintaining the integrity of the original manuscripts. The translators of the ABC worked meticulously with the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts to ensure that their translation accurately reflects the original meaning and intent of the scriptures. By employing a balance of formal equivalence (word-for-word) and dynamic equivalence (thought-for-thought) translation techniques, the ABC aims to preserve the nuances and richness of the original languages while ensuring readability and clarity for modern readers.
The ABC also incorporates extensive cross-references and study aids to enhance the reader’s understanding of the biblical text. These tools include footnotes that provide historical and cultural context, as well as explanations of difficult or ambiguous passages. This approach helps readers to grasp the deeper meanings of the scriptures and to see how different parts of the Bible interconnect. The inclusion of these study aids makes the ABC particularly useful for those who are new to the Bible, as well as for more experienced readers who are looking to deepen their understanding of the text.
Despite its strengths, the Apostles’ Bible Complete has faced some criticisms. Some readers feel that the translation could benefit from further refinement in certain passages, as the balance between formal and dynamic equivalence can sometimes lead to inconsistencies in style and tone. Others have noted that while the study aids are helpful, they can occasionally overwhelm the main text, making it difficult to focus on the scripture itself. Nonetheless, the ABC remains a valuable and respected translation, appreciated for its commitment to accuracy, clarity, and accessibility, and for its ability to bring the ancient words of the Bible to life for contemporary readers.