Bible Question: Simple question... I'm just curious to know what your favorite version of the bible is and what do you like about it? I usually read the NIV but I know that there are others out there that might help me more in studying and understanding, as well as application. |
Bible Answer: More literal than NIV more readable than NASB One of my top favorite translations is the English Standard Version (ESV). I prefer a translation that is both literal and readable. The ESV is both. When witnessing, teaching, studying or conversing with others, I prefer a translation that communicates well to the average person -- including the unchurched, the unsaved, those not familiar with the Bible, and those with a limited vocabulary -- and is also faithful to the original texts. The ESV is that translation. In comparing translations, I have found that the higher the degree of literalness, the lower the degree of readability and vice versa. In short, I like the English Standard Version because, in my opinion, the ESV is more literal than the New International Version and more readable than the New American Standard Bible. Grace to you, Kalos * * * * * * * * * * * * * www.seekfind.org Christian Search Engine The mission of SeekFind.org is to provide God-honoring, Biblically-based, and theologically-sound Christian search engine results in a highly accurate and well-organized format. |