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1 But speak thou the things that are fitting for the sound doctrine.
2 Aged men are to be without wine, noble, serious minded, sound in faith, in love, in perseverance.
3 Aged women likewise be reverent in behavior, not slanderous, not enslaved to much wine, teachers of what is good,
4 so that they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children,
5 to be serious-minded, pure, homemakers, good, submissive to their own husbands, so that the word of God may not be blasphemed.
6 Likewise exhort the younger men to be sober-minded.
7 Concerning all things presenting thyself a pattern of good works in the doctrine: incorruption, dignity, incorruptibility,
8 sound speech, irreproachable, so that the man of opposition may be ashamed, having nothing bad to say about us.
9 Bondmen are to be obedient to their own masters, to be well-pleasing in all things, not speaking contrary,
10 not pilfering, but demonstrating all good fidelity, so that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Savior in all things.
11 For the saving grace of God has appeared to all men,
12 disciplining us, so that, having denied irreverence and worldly lusts, we should live soberly and righteously and piously in the present age.
13 Awaiting the blessed hope and appearance of the glory of our great God and Savior Jesus Christ,
14 who gave himself for us, so that he might redeem us from all lawlessness, and purify to himself a special people, a zealot of good works.
15 These things speak and exhort and rebuke with every command. Let no man disregard 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.