If i want to read the closest interpretation of the scriptures that may have been read, say, 1,000 years ago, before political influance, which version should i read?
2007-01-04 15:36:25 · 11 answers · asked by b.y.o.b. 4 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
You have a variety to choose from. There are no English translations from 1,000 years ago, because this language (Modern English) didn't exist 1,000 years ago. There was a language called Old English then, but you can't read it without special studying in school.
If you want an early English translation, you'd be looking at something from the 1500's. The most famous early translation is the King Jame's Bible from 1611, named after the king of England who organized a committee of translators and scholars.
But if you'd like to see a whole lot of translations for free, check out this website:
http://bible.crosswalk.com/
It is VERY easy to search, and includes at least 15 versions of the Bible. Look up by search term (try "shepherd," for instance) or look up books of the Bible in different translations.
2007-01-04 17:35:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
if u know the Hebrew language :P
but i would recommend the
King James Version
cuz that was the first time it was translated into english in 1611. it might be from Latin, or Hebrew lang. i'm not certain.
but that has some uncommon words or like thee, thou and hath and other -th words. However, it's easy to understand. The next best version is the
New King James Version.
NKJV is my favorite version because it's true to the origional translation yet easy to understand and close to everyday language without being too casual.
i personally don't like the international or kid version.
if u don't have a bible, u can search on the internet of what ever version u want cuz there are probably more than 15 versions out there!
good luck!
2007-01-05 00:13:11 · answer #2 · answered by keL 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I like the King James Version. To get all meanings of the original text an inter lineal Bible is great. If you want plain English get a parallel Bible, gives you all the versions in one, or at least many of them.
2007-01-05 00:51:11 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Readers Digest Condensed Version
2007-01-04 23:38:17 · answer #4 · answered by Randy M 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
There is a Six Version Parallel New Testament published by Christian Life Magazine which affords you the opportunity of reading six translations of the same scripture side by side. Seeing them next to each other really sinks home the reality that the real truth contained within each verse can only be discerned by our own individual hearts.
2007-01-04 23:50:19 · answer #5 · answered by ptery 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The King James Version is the best.
2007-01-04 23:45:00 · answer #6 · answered by Arizona Brit 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Personally, I would try to read a version you can best understand. It is hard enough without trying to interpret an old language yourself. Scholars spend so much time trying to translate as literally as possible - don't try to do it yourself (just my opinion).
2007-01-04 23:39:17 · answer #7 · answered by twicewise 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go on-line and read different versions of the Bible and see what is right for you.
2007-01-04 23:38:45 · answer #8 · answered by nazzsarahedd 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The newest version.
The Quraan.
2007-01-05 06:35:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
All of them!" Go now child .You have been warned"!
...lol
2007-01-04 23:44:28 · answer #10 · answered by All Peaches an cream 2 · 0⤊ 3⤋