if I convert to CHRİSTİANİTY WHICH BIBLE I must choose!!! WHY?

Answer 1

There is only one Bible. There are several translations. If you want a wooden translation (word for word) the KJV is good. If you want a paraphrased (thought for though) the NLT is good. I like the NIV because it is in between those two poles. If you know Greek, just get a Greek New Testament and don't use the English. Many do.

Answer 2

The New Century Version, The Everyday Bible is a Bible that is closest to the original texts. It can be purchased through Guideposts. Next I would suggest The Literal Translation of the Holy Bible printed by Sovereign Grace Publishers.
After which would be The New International Version. Or even The Complete Bible, American Translation, University of Chicago Press. It contains the Apocrypha.
If I were to use a King James version of the Bible I would choose the Hebrew Greek Key Study Bible King James Version by Zodhiates, World Publishing. Many words in the King James Version have been misinterpreted. Important parts of the Bible have been changed due to the misinterpretations. Plus the people of Jesus' time did not speak or talk as the King James Version leads people to believe.
Do not allow doctrine or tradition to be your guide to choosing a Bible. Do not follow any denominational selection.
And remember the Sabbath is Saturday. Sunday is the first day of the week and Christians use this day to come together to worship as a church.
It is up to you to seek the truth. Follow no one.
The best Bible would be one of original Aramaic and Hebrew.

Answer 3

There is no "must" in order to be a Christian. I, personally, recommend the KJV. It was carefully translated by a group of the best translaters about 400 years ago. It is the most faithful translation out of the original languages.

Some of the newer translations downplay the deity of Christ. Some others leave out particular verses that may be a little unpleasant so as not to offend or upset anyone.

Some people say the KJV is hard to read, but you get a good dictionary if you need to and after a little while, it's as easy to understand as the language you speak every day. And it is quite beautiful.

Whatever you choose, may God bless you on your journey.

Answer 4

I would recommend a parallel King James/ New International Version if you are most comfortable reading English. This Bible gives the two versions side by side, verse by verse. Some people falsely teach that the KJV is the ONLY real Bible. If this were true, God's word would only be avilable to those who read Engish. Personally, I prefer NIV as it is written in modern English and has undergone a scrutinizing editing process. Most importantly, when you go to God's word, whether for counsel or study, ask God to send His Holy Spirit to show you what you need and to give you understanding. God bless.

Answer 5

NIV or New King James, the living Bible is pretty good too. But any of the 2 first one would do. Any problem we are here to help you. If you convert there will be a party in heaven cheering you good luck and Smile Jesus loves you.

Answer 6

It is a good idea if you plan serious study, to have more than one version so you can compare. The Greek Septuagint is a good for cross reference. I personally like the Watchtower Bible and Tract Society's version called 'The New World Translation for it's accurate rendering in modern English, plus they have restored God's actual name; Jehovah, in all the places the others just say Lord. See Psalms 83:18. The King Jimmy version is a hassle with all the thee's and such, plus it does not contain the so called "Old Testament", which is vital to understanding the prophesies relating to Christ.

Answer 7

Realblast, if you decide to convert to Christianity i would recommend a study reference bible in the New Living Translation. This is the version that i use and is very easy to comprehend as opposed to a version such as the King James, but no matter what version you use i pray the Holy Spirit open your heart to the Truth that is in the word of God .I hope that helps you

Answer 8

Some people say the NIV is the most literal translation, while the King James version uses the old language. It is really just a matter of preference and not a big deal as long as the message is kept the same, which most of the versions this is true.

Answer 9

Depends on what you want to do...as far as narrative and understandability, the New International Version (NIV) is excellent and accurate. For study and teaching, I recommend the New American Standard (NASB) or the Revised Standard Version (RSV) for translational precision and word-for-word equivalency.

Also, be careful of translations that don't list the translators names, like the New World Translation or the RLDS King James versions.

The important thing is that God's Word is studied and learned with an eye toward His all-encompassing love for us...

Answer 10

My personal favorite is the NIV. But If I could do anything I'd learn Greek and Hebrew and go for the original texts. There is apparently a lot of meaning that is lost in the translation. Luckily general doctrine is based on the original texts and not on unreliable translation.