I have a question I use many translations of the bible the NLT NASB KJV and the CJB why do so many people argue that we just have to stick to one version by using these versions I am able to understand the word more with commentaries and not taking the bible out of context I grew up with the KJV which is my primary but I also like the Nasb I help process it more if that make any sense just the I would put this out there may God bless you all
Most KJVO people don’t even read their Bibles
there are several versions because being from another language there are different approaches such as, a word for word translation or a contextual meaning translation. both have merit and their uses depending on the view and desired outcome of the reader. comparing several different styles is a great approach.
KJV ER is good or the MEV if you want the feel of the KJV. I am a NKJV guy myself, but have one copy of every version out there
Good question and no one knows. I used to work at a Christian bookstore. And we usually didn’t like when a KJV only person came in. A lot of them were rude and would also try to make other customers we were helping buy one. They were closed minded like other translations were written by the devil. It was kind of surreal. I have a NKJV, ESV, and NASB
At Master’s Seminary we studied the major versions (KJV, NKJV, NASB, ESV, NIV, AMP, and NET) to the OT (Hebrew and Arabic) and the NT (Greek) using sample texts from both. We found that the NASB was the best word-for word translation with the NKJV second. However, in some cases the NIV was closer to the Greek text in the NT, because it is a meaning-for-meaning translation. However. none of them were perfect all the time.
Therefore, when I am in a exegeses study, I go to the original text first. Then, I use Biblegateway.com because I can put multiple translation side-by-side, with footnotes and cross references, and compare bible versions. Then once that part of my study is finished, Then I can look at my word studies and commentaries. I build my final work from there.
Commentaries are tricky. There are commentaries that are really off the text and there are commentaries that are very good. I read both to get a broad prospective. It sharpens my sword.
Thanks guys my parents are KJV but I like to compare others versions my fav is NASB KJV and nkjv
If we all use different bibles we will all come to different conclusions. These bibles do not say the same things, one example between the kjv vs nasb.
Kjv Col 1:14 In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:
Nasb Col 1:14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.
How many words missing or changed does it take until you stop believe that a bible version is really the word of God?
Another question what’s your opinion on Christian rock/metal and rap I personally like them not saying that I know have to be careful about who I listen to cause of of bad theology or do they match up
What people need is the Wisdom
Of the Holy Spirit because through the Holy Spirit we may be able To Understand God’s Word.
It ‘s more an arguement of what is the best translation using various criteria. Our Wy.od chose three for use in publication depending on what was best for the purpose of use and told the congregations they were free on their own to chose one for their own unhouse use.
Any version that removes the blood, the name, the death, the resurrection, the love of God, the man Jesus Christ, the preexistence of Christ as the word, sin, the devil as enemy of God and of man, judgement of God, return of Christ in triumph,etc, is a version to avoid at all costs.
People who say you should only pick one translation are wrong. Bible study should be done with a focus on what the original languages say, so multiple translations can be consulted to gain a fuller appreciation for what is actually being said rather than imposing a particular understanding on ambiguous phrasing. Commentaries come in a distant second compared to a few good translations.
Even King James has ommissions unless you use original Hebrew and Greek language. It is very helpful to read various versions for more understanding while you maintain KJV as your primary. I enjoy and learn a lot. After all, you can read KJV but if you don’t have the Holy Spirit, it can’t help you while some one may read NASB but with the Holy Spirit and He get more insight and understanding. As much as the version of the bible may matter , Holy Spirit is our teacher to teach us the whole truth
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