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1 | KJV vs "New Age Bible Versions"? | 2 Tim 3:16 | jooklum99 | 99212 | ||
Yes. I do mean New American Standard Bible. | ||||||
2 | KJV vs "New Age Bible Versions"? | 2 Tim 3:16 | jooklum99 | 99157 | ||
Good question! Well, I guess that I am trying to distance myself from the semantics, to a certain extent. I do not agree with the "new age" teachings in any way. I am not sure how the NASB (which I use) is seriously flawed. If a Bible translation is willfully wrong, then it is not our (the user's) problem. I believe that God will judge the translators accordingly. I also do not think that our God will be limited in His work by our varying Bible translations. I think that the different translations allow Christians to reach more people...some of whom cannot digest KJV. I started reading the KJV, it's the only one that FEELS Biblical to me. However, I find that the NIV and NASB are a bit more accessible for daily reading and study. The issue is whether there is any false teaching or willfull departure from the most reliable manuscripts we have. This all points back to my previous post. I believe that God is interested in our availability to Him. We are to read His Word and the Holy Spirit will give us the true understanding. Every work of man shows his failure and his imperfection...the Bible translations included. But the Word of God is infallable and inerrant. The Word of God will not be hindered by man. John 1:1 "In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God." Is it not arrogant to think that man actually changes the Word and can somehow hinder God's divine will? Jesus is the living Word. Now we have the written Word. God will use what we make available to Him. Flawed translations and all. Didn't the Pharisees have all the "best" tools? Those were not the vessels that Jesus used. He used the broken vessels, those that were available. When it is time, a believer's thirst may grow from the milk of NLT to the meat of KJV. It's all in God's plan. He reveals His mysteries in His time. |
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3 | KJV vs "New Age Bible Versions"? | 2 Tim 3:16 | jooklum99 | 98945 | ||
Is the accuracy of the translation the responsibility of the reader or the writers? We, as readers of the word, do exactly that. If we pray that the Holy Spirit interpret the Word for our personal understanding, then we will receive it. I speak two languages. Each language has its nuances and cultural weights, inclinations and connotations that are not implied by the words themselves. Without knowing the language, you rely on the translator to explain the words AS WELL AS the meaning. I would think that Greek/Hebrew study would be essential to find any hidden meaning or true comprehension. For example, I study martial arts. The self-defense moves we teach do not always suggest their true application. Technique is more important than power. If scripture is truly suitable for application in one's daily life, is it not reasonable to seek the "perfect" or intended (true) purpose of the instruction? I know that all that I have said is irrelevant. All that matters in the end is our relationship with Christ. Discussing the details IS important, but only if we keep the correct perspective. |
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