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1 | Bible Version for Lutheran | 2 Tim 3:14 | keliy | 214313 | ||
Hello acs, What a wonderful question you have! It is really anything but dumb because it makes me, as a (somewhat) learned Christian think back to the day when I was wondering about which Bible translation to use. I still wonder today from time to time. (o: Being raised Catholic, I knew nothing more about the Bible than that there was a New Testament, and an Old one. The Catholics have their own version of the Bible, but What are commonly referred to as "Protestants all share the same Bible. There are just many different translations of the original manuscripts. That is how the King James Version and the New International Version came along,as well as the New American Standard Version, which is promoted by this online Forum, as well as the Amplified version. There are a great many stories that can be told about the usage of one translation over another. That is all it is. A Translation. Someone used their knowledge to convert the original writings into the English language is all that happened. The Books are the same. Some versions lean toward literal translation and some favor a more free, or thought for thought translation. The Catholic Bible has about 15 more Books than the Protestant version, but Lutherans and Methodists and Non-Denominational all use the same collection of Books (called the 'canon') that they consider as inspired from God. There are other cults that use their own distorted translation, such as Jehovah Witnesses and Mormons who do not believe that Jesus is the Son of God. The version you have is fine, as any should be if they are sold through a Christian Book Store. Your home church wwould likely be glad to let you use a pew Bible for home study. The best version to own is actually the one that you will read. Some are uncomfortable with the wording of the King James and some say it is the 'only' Bible worth reading. Can you state a verse possibly that causes you to think that your Bible may be in error? there are many here with insight into the languages that will be glad to help you out. Lord Bless, keliy |
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2 | Bible Version for Lutheran | 2 Tim 3:14 | acs555d | 214322 | ||
Hi Keliy, Thank you for responding to my question. I realize I have a LOT to learn. I joined a bible study website and I've chosen to view the Amplified Version while following along with the NIV that I received overseas. It has special meaning to me and I would like it to "build character" while I do the same :) The first chapter? (not sure if that's the correct term,) that I'm reading is Deuteronomy 14. I was afraid I had some sort of version of the Torah as it spoke with regards to unclean food. I had no idea that this was even addressed in a Christian format. I am considering going to the church I grew up in and inquire about Bible studies. As you can see, I am even less than a novice when it comes to my religion. But I greatly appreciate your insight and opinion. I will follow up those studies by reading the questions I find on this site. Thanks very much. Diane |
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3 | Bible Version for Lutheran | 2 Tim 3:14 | keliy | 214327 | ||
Thank you, Diane. There is little in this life that is more fulfilling than helping to enlighten someone who is trying to find ways to learn the Bible. I enjoy audio sermons and place wireless speakers around my house to listen whatever room I'm in. An excellent site to look at is blueletterbible.org I actually heard of it first here at SBF., around 8 years ago, and I use it on a daily basis. You can type any verse or book into the search box, or even a group of words to find a verse. then you can click on audio or textual commentaries and you get more information that is related to that Book, maybe like historical or cultural backgrounds. You can compare about 17 Bible versions, including Hebrew, Greek and Latin languages, so you can see there is a lot of info. I am happy that you joined a Bible study web site. Nine years ago I was in your shoes, so to speak and I took a correspondance course that started at Gen 1:1, and continued to a college level course with a personal instructor. Praise God that He provides people to help us all grow. You mentioned overseas... were you there in the military? Lord bless, keliy |
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