But technically speaking… a “translation” is a rewriting of the original language into another AND portraying the result to be an exact copy of the original at best, or at the very least as close to it as possible within the limitations of the languages involved and in consideration of education level of the target audience.

While I “strive for the mark” in my life, yielding it to be conformed to the very image of God, I don’t count myself as one who has arrived. I am not yet perfect, or exact. One day by His grace in Our Lord’s presence we will be!

However, my intention in my reply to John was to clarify as I do again here: I am NOT writing a translation of the Holy Bible on this web site.

And, yes, I am a fool. On more counts than one. But I do know a little about wisdom: Psalm 111:1-10, 2 Timothy 3:15-17, Proverbs 11:30.

http://members.aol.com/Sftrail/crossreferencebible/proverbs/18.html#18:02

You are free to agree or disagree with what I write. Accept or reject my words. But I suggest reading the scriptures to prove them whether they are, or not, in accordance with God’s words even though they are not an exact or perfect regurgitation of them in Hebrew, Greek, or English translation of your choice.

The post is a commentary. Not an interpretation or translation. It is a preacher’s job to apply scripture to people’s lives in cultural context. I do not “twist” scripture, nor am I being “political correct” on any topic. However, I attempt “speaking the truth with love” when approaching controversial subjects.