I currently use the NIV bible to study out of. But lately I have been told by a few people that the NIV bible is full of lie's and that is pretty much "Satan's" bible. I have also been told that I am only making satan happy and not GOD by reading the NIV. What is your opinion?
2006-06-30 05:18:06 · 11 answers · asked by sillybird10 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
Get the Thomas Jefferson edition. Jefferson took two copies of the Bible and cut and pasted them to edit out any mention of miracles or Crucifixion.
2006-06-30 05:24:59 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whoever told you that is out of their mind. I personally don't like the NIV and believe the translation isn't as good as others, but it is a fine translation nonetheless. The NRSV is a good one as it walks the fine line between translating the ancient Greek and Hebrew words while at the same time allowing some wiggle room when it comes to Greek and Hebrew idiom. In fact, if you could find a nearby college or seminary that teaches ancient Hebrew or Koine Greek, that would be your best bet, then you could read the text in the original language.
Also, others who have answered you are right. The King James version is not very good. Only two Greek manuscripts were consulted (there are over 5000 in existence) and the latin texts were used when the Greek texts were damaged. There are also areas in the King James Version where the Latin was preferred over the Greek for the sake of tradition. So, obviously, I don't recommend the King James Version nor the New King James Version. The newer translations have had access to more and better Greek manuscripts and our knowledge of ancient Greek has improved since the 17th century.
Overall though, don't let anyone judge you. Get a study Bible, and if you like the NIV and it works for you, then stay with it.
2006-06-30 20:01:30 · answer #2 · answered by Tukiki 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The NIV is most defiantly not "Satan's" bible. Who ever told you that needs to get their soul checked (as well as their head)
What ever version you read is good, as long as it is the Bible.
Who ever told you that probably reads the King James version, and that is fine for them. My personal favorite is the New Living Translation Hands On Bible (I work with children and this one is easy to understand and full of interesting activities) published by Tyndale. (Sorry for the sales pitch, but I really do like it) The point is, as long as you are reading the Bible, you're are on the right track and doing (at least part of) what God wants you to do. (You still have to get out there and act on what God wants you to do.)
You might find it interesting to get several translations and compare, I've found that both interesting and useful in the past.
Good luck and good reading!!
2006-06-30 05:32:05 · answer #3 · answered by tweedle_d_clown 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Each version of the Bible hopes to better translate the language it was written in originally. In my own opinion, the NIV makes sense, but it's newer than others. Alot of people stick to King James as the True Word, but it was translated (and edited) in 1611 in England (hence the name). Others insist on the original Latin versions, still others go with other versions for other reasons too numerous to name.
I like to believe that no matter what it's the faith that matters. God knows where you're coming from.
2006-06-30 05:27:58 · answer #4 · answered by Ananke402 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Girl, you tell me... What good does the devil do, haven't you read in the word that if Satan be against his own kingdome. he will have no kingdome.
Matthew 12:26
If Satan drives out Satan, he is divided against himself. How then can his kingdom stand?
Matthew 12:25-27
Luke 11:18
If Satan is divided against himself, how can his kingdom stand? I say this because you claim that I drive out demons by Beelzebub.
Luke 11:17-19
Don't let people confuse you, now that is the bible that Satan has, to confuse people.
The good bible to read is the one that open your eyes and get to know Jesus.
The word of God also says, on
Proverbs 3: 5
Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not trust in your own understanding.
So who ever gives you negative feed backs they are giving it by their own knowledge (opinion).
God bless you and don't stop reading the word of God
2006-06-30 05:32:40 · answer #5 · answered by Evy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that view is a bit strong. How ever I do recommend the King James Version . and I know alot of people will disagree, but it is the best true traslation. Yes, the language is old, and that alone will force you to study it more, which after all is the point, yes?
Try and see if I am not right.
2006-06-30 05:24:13 · answer #6 · answered by G C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, if people are telling you such nonsense, you should find a new spiritual home. You can hardly go wrong with the mainline denominations: Methodist, Presbyterian, Episcopal, and Lutheran.
Next, to your question.
This site discusses advantages and disadvantages of various versions.
http://www.our.homewithgod.com/biblepaths/index_3.html
This one has detailed information about many, many translations:
http://www.bessel.org/bibles.htm
And there are many more sites here:
http://linkwrap.com/4251
2006-06-30 05:30:43 · answer #7 · answered by crao_craz 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have been told that the King James Version is closest to the original translations.. There is debate on this but that is my opinion..
2006-06-30 05:21:38 · answer #8 · answered by W V 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a study bible with 4 versions at once. The amplified bible is probably the best, but you want a study bible ideally.
example (there are others)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/031090336X/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_k2a_3_txt/103-9474119-1521425?ie=UTF8
2006-06-30 05:21:34 · answer #9 · answered by Br. Benjamin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you read this question to yourself again?
This is what happens when you trust in a book that man has written. Which one is "God's Word" ... has it really come down to a specific version
2006-06-30 05:22:45 · answer #10 · answered by ladybug 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋