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1 | Why so many Bibles? | Bible general Archive 3 | Huron | 166695 | ||
I really believe that the NASB, and the NASB updated version are the most accurate. When the shortcomings of the NASB are discussed, it usually regards the fact that the NASB may be difficult to read aloud due to the fact that it places the emphasis on accuracy rather than English word order. It has been said that the NASB is so accurate that you could reverse translate it back into the original Greek! The KJV, RSV, NKJV, and the NIV are also very good and have their following. The NIV may at times "interpret" rather than translate, which gives you a translation that tells you what the translators think the Greek "MEANS" rather than what it "SAYS." Usually though, the NIV translators were right on. The NIV is a very readable translation. The RSV has the flow of the KJV, but is easier to understand. It does have its detractors though, usually regarding the choice of the work young woman -vs- virgin in Isiah 7. The KJV has beautiful flow. The language is dated though, and may cause comprehension difficulty. It is a good version for memeory work because it flows so well. While it is a good literal translation, there are verses in the KJV that may not have been written in the original books of the New Testament. Examples are Mark 16:9-20, Acts 8:37, 1 John 5:7. While some people will use no other version and claim that other versions are an abomination, it is important to remember that even the KJV had much criticism when it first came out. The NKJV is also good, but relies largely on the same manuscripts as the KJV. It will include the longer ending of Mark for instance. |
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2 | Why so many Bibles? | Bible general Archive 3 | Huron | 166722 | ||
Hank, That's a classic! Huron |
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3 | Why so many Bibles? | Bible general Archive 3 | Huron | 166775 | ||
Thanks! I don't know if I agree with the "wooden" label or not. Even though I use the NASB every day, and have done all of my memory work from it, I have to admit that it leaves me tongue-tied when I read it out loud. For "publik" reading I love the sound of the KJV:) I'm sure that many of us on this site would agree that it is helpful to have several translations handy. KJV, NKJV, RSV, ESV, NASB, NASBU, and NIV are all excellant translations. |
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4 | Why the NKJV over the NASB ? | Bible general Archive 3 | Huron | 189792 | ||
The NASB has always been a bit of a "sholars" Bible. Well, maybe not quite, but it's been my experience that those who really use their Bible and are really concerned with real (not perceived) accuracy go with the NASB. The NASB does have it's quirks. Try to read from one aloud! It's clumsy. If you try to follow along with a group you will also find that word order is different from other translations. I like and use the NKJV also, but by following the majority text it is prone to many of the inaccuracies of the TR derived KJV. Getting back to your question, there is a concern about the newer translations being a "change" from the KJV. Secondly, I think that the NKJV is advertised more than the NASB. Huron |
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5 | works law? | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 95383 | ||
I've been out of town. Thanks for the answer. It gives me something to research. | ||||||
6 | Receiving Christ - Works? | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 95385 | ||
I know that the use of lexicons has nothing to do with who is right, I was merely pointing it out that he has more resources at his disposal than I do. I'm still mulling this over. |
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7 | What is the most accurate version? | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 104523 | ||
I've read the NT over twenty times, and the Bible cover to cover about five times. I've used RSV, NIV, KJV, and NASB. I think that generally speaking NASB is the most accurate. NIV is very readable, but borders on an interpretation. Huron |
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8 | NIV bible | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 110307 | ||
The account in Acts that you are mentioning does not exist in the oldest, most reliable manuscripts. The KJV is good - I have one and use it, BUT it was written over 400 years ago. We have found many manuscripts since then that are much older than those used in the TR, which is what the KJV is based on. If you would like an in depth discussion on this issue, read Metzger's Commentary on the Greek New Testament. | ||||||
9 | NIV bible | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 110363 | ||
Tim, Thank you! The transmission/preservation of the NT is something that has been catching my attention more and more lately. I love the KJV for it's flow and sound, but if I had to pick one all around Bible translation it would be the NASB. As I'm sure you noticed, I still have more questions than answers! Regards, Huron |
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10 | NIV bible | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 110372 | ||
8788, It is doubtful that the verse in question was ever written by John. If it had been in the earlier manuscripts chances are it would have been quoted by the early church fathers to defend the Trinity. It was likely added by a well meaning scribe! Huron |
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11 | NIV bible | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 110399 | ||
KJ, How the NT has been preserved and transmitted to us is a fascinating story. I wholeheartedly recommend Metzger's book - although he mainly deals with differences in the manuscripts. There was another book "The New Testament Documents, Are They Reliable?" by F.F. Bruce that I was looking at in Barnes and Noble yesterday. Here is a quick look at it http://www.discerningreader.com/newtesdocffb.html Huron |
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12 | study aids | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 110857 | ||
Thanks guys! I checked out the online aids, and will check out the other later. Huron |
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13 | study aids | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 111095 | ||
Thanks for the link CDBJ! Huron |
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14 | book recommendation | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 111329 | ||
I'd like to recommend a book if I may. Recently read Metzger's The New Testament: It's Transmission, Corruption, Restoration, Excellant book! If you want to understand how documents were copied, and how the NT got from the original manuscripts to today, read this book. Regards, Huron |
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15 | Good Pro Textus Receptus Book? | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 125262 | ||
EdB, You mentioned that soem claims by Wescott and Hort were proven false. Do you remember which ones? I'm with you, seems most pro-TR writing includes circular reasoning, character assinations, or emotional, bombastic claims. Be nice to see something well done. Huron |
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16 | Good Pro Textus Receptus Book? | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 125279 | ||
EdB, Thanks, I had seen the second link before. Brought my hopes up that there might be some scholarly KJO/TR books, but apparently not. Huron |
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17 | Good guides to Old Testament Manuscript | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 125492 | ||
Yes, judging by the lack of books regarding OT manuscripts versus the abundance of them for the NT, I'd say you are right. Just found out that the "extra space" space left in the Alexandrian manuscripts for the longer Mark ending theory is bunk. Suspected such. Huron |
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18 | Good guides to Old Testament Manuscript | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 125509 | ||
Don't see the link. I'm currently reading an excellant book, "Why I'm not a Calvinist". Good fair treatment of both sides of the issues of determination, irresistable grace........ |
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19 | Good guides to Old Testament Manuscript | Bible general Archive 2 | Huron | 125520 | ||
This one is by Jerry L. Walls and Joseph R. Dongell. The ISBN number is 0-8308-3249-1. It sells for about 12 dollars at the local bookstore. Very rational/non emotional look at the issues. |
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20 | Any good books on early church history? | NT general Archive 1 | Huron | 147940 | ||
Thanks for the links and the book title guys. I'll check them out. Huron |
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