I've read the KJV for about 20 years and am familiar with the outdated communication style, but frankly, I want to read it in a simple, literal, clear language. I want to free the powers of my mind from the work of deciphering the archaic manner of speech and expression, and from contextual and cultural re-construction, so that I can focus completely on the task of ideological evaluation.
I want to read something which follows modern modes of expression, but simultanseously maintains complete integrity with the literal meanings of the ancient texts. I am NOT interested in any undocumented interpretation or simplification of the ideas within the text (lest meaning be lost or changed). I am interested in a word-by-word or phrase-by-phrase translation with the inline inclusion of alternate translations. I want to easily read, understand, and consider the ideas within the correct context.
Bonus question: Suggestions for best english translations of the apocrypha, or of the Koran?
2007-04-04
05:20:46
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Andy
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