Which version of the Holy Bible to you prefer. Is there a reason you prefer it over the other ones? Which version would you suggest a person to start out with? I have the KJV 1611 but it is almost impossible for me to understand it.
Thank you.
2007-02-23 05:18:25 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
I have never read the Bible cover to cover, but I have parts of both the KJV and The new American Bible (catholic) and I found the Catholic Bible to be easier to understand. There are Bibles made for kids and teens and others that are translated more and have explanations, this may help you some (kinda like a reference) you should be able to find them at book stores and especially Christian book stores.
2007-02-23 05:25:38 · answer #1 · answered by LesHug 4 · 2⤊ 3⤋
King James Authorized Version, the Book that God uses and the Devil hates. The King James Bible is an English translation from the "Textus Receptus" or "Received Text" of the reformation. This means that the KJV is supported by NINETY-FIVE PERCENT OF ALL MANUSCRIPT EVIDENCE. All other translations are based on the remaining five percent evidence. Most people (including Bible college professors) have been led to believe that the new translations, such as the ASV, the NIV, the RSV, and the NASV are just revisions of the old King James Bible. Nothing could be further from the truth! All new translations are based on the Westcott and Hort Greek Text (wrongly referred to as "THE Greek Text" by people who enjoy playing make believe). Westcott and Hort were two English "scholars" who spent the late 1800's communicating with evil spirits and perverting the word of God by fooling around with corrupt Roman Catholic manuscripts. All new translations are based on the work of these two men; so all true Bible-believers avoid the new versions. The King James Bible is from a whole different text , known as the Byzantine or Syrian type text, which comes from a line of manuscripts that run clear back to Antioch, Syria, which just happens to be where the disciples were first called "Christians" (Acts 11:26). God has honored this text throughout Church History, throughout the Protestant Reformation, and since 1611, He has been honoring the King James Bible by saving millions and millions of lost souls with it's preaching and teaching. It is the Book of all Books, because it is the pure and preserved word of God for the English speaking people.
2016-05-24 02:47:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use the KJV for most purposes because it is the most widely used translation here in South Ga. I find that the CEV (contemporary English version) is really helpful because it uses "our english" and not "old english". I also like "The Everyday Bible" It was printed by the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association - World Wide Publications. Here is an example of why I like it. John 21:20 (KJV) Then Peter, turning about, seeth the disciple whom Jesus loved following; which also leaned on his breast at supper, and said, Lord which is he that betrayeth thee?
"The Everyday Bible" same vs. Peter turned and saw that the follower Jesus loved was walking behind them. (this was the follower who had leaned against Jesus at the supper and had said, "Lord, who will turn against you?)
this may not seem like much of a change but it made it easier for me to understand. It is much the same in the CEV. That is why I choose to use these other translations; It is easier to understand. If you don't understand what you are reading then how can you stay interrested in reading any book? I don't understand why people are always calling the KJV the "real Bible". It was translated from the origional texts. Another reason that I like the CEV and The Everyday Bible is that they were also translated from the origional texts and not some other translation.
Pray that God leads you in reading HIS WORD. Other people may mean well when they try to "push" their likes or dislikes. The Bible tells us to "work out our own salvation, with fear and trembleing." God will lead the true worshiper to a new understanding of His Word!
2007-02-23 11:38:15 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
Hi, I study via the manuscripts, x35 years now;
Unfortunately, if you want the best overall translation of Scriptures, you have it; I know it can be a bit hard to understand at first, but all you need are the right study tools to go with it;
I assume that what you have is the Companion Bible? You want to keep that, believe me.
What you need is a Strongs Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible, (make sure its the complete one); it has every single word in the Bible, transfers it back to either the Greek, Hebrew, or Chaldee - all Bible languages;
it tells you the full translation of every word, and also tells you what word was intended to be said in each verse. Its absolutely necessary for the serious Bible student.
Also, it would be a good idea to have access to a Bible teacher who IS NOT ONE OF THESE FLAKES ON TV; There is one I know of who is a translator, retired from the Marines -
He is a Scholar and often translates still - ie;
dead sea scrolls, etc.
Email me for info: janetdidomenico@yahoo.com
Keep this email address; I had to stop allowing emails due to that death threat to Christians a few weeks ago.
I'd be glad to help ya, though.
2007-02-23 05:32:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The only way a person can understand what the bible really means is to use the new king james "with the Strong's Exhaustive Concordance of the bible, or the Young's Concordance of the Bible" along side to look up all the words in the bible, as they read and study it, for any purpose one has in mind for reading the bible.
This is the only way one can Truly understand the bible.
The Strong's & Young's concordance of the bible gives the "original" meanings of every word in the bible in the Hebrew and the Greek.
Every version of the bible is subject to personal interpretation, so the Strong's or Young's concordance of the bible are necessary.
If one reads the bible without the Strong's or the Young's concordance of the bible, it IS from that author's {of that version of the bible) personal thoughts and feelings.
That is the problem with so many that read and/or study the bible. Is that they do Not use the Strong's or Young's Concordance along side with the bible, so as a result, "they receive a wrong interpretation, and a very biased opinion coming forth from the author's personal thoughts and feeling.
Choosing a version, which is user-friendly is not a wise choice.
For those who read/study the bible, Study it with the valid resources which are available to you to use.
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Sorry if I offended anyone, only trying to help.
P.S. - I also like the answer from Jan {concerning the Strong's. Jan deserves the 10 points for THE most correct, ancurate answer.
2007-02-23 05:26:23 · answer #5 · answered by Thomas 6 · 1⤊ 3⤋
This guide might help:
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The King James Version (KJV) — Translated in 1611 by 47 scholars using the Byzantine family of manuscripts, Textus Receptus. This remains as a good version of the Bible. It has been the most reliable translation for over three centuries, but its Elizabethan style Old English is difficult for modern readers, especially youth. This is still a good translation for those who can deal with the language.
The New American Standard Bible (NASB) — Translated in 1971 by 58 scholars of the Lockman Foundation, from Kittle’s Biblia Hebraica and Nestle’s Greek New Testament 23rd ed., which include the Alexandrian Family codices. Though academic in tone, it is said to be the most exact English translation available. A very good version.
The Living Bible (TLB) — A paraphrased rendition of the King James Version by Kenneth Taylor in 1971. This is not a genuine translation, but is a type of phrase-by-phrase commentary that was originally intended to help the author’s own children understand the scriptures. It is useful for inspiration and commentary, but for serious Bible study it should only be used in conjunction with a legitimate translation.
The New International Version (NIV) — Over 100 translators completed this work in 1978 which was composed from Kittle’s, Nestle’s and United Bible Society’s texts, which include the Alexandrian Family codices. This is considered an “open” style translation. It is a good, easy to read version.
The New King James Version (NKJV) — 130 translators, commissioned by Thomas Nelson Publishers, produced this version from the Byzantine family (Textus Receptus) in 1982. This is a revision of the King James version, updated to modern English with minor translation corrections and retention of traditional phraseology. This is a very good version.
2007-02-23 05:24:18 · answer #6 · answered by Randy G 7 · 2⤊ 3⤋
KJV - because it's the oldest English version that I'm aware of. The way I see it, the less translations, the better.
And you know, with some practice (and maybe a Bible dictionary) it's not that hard to understand old English. You just have to get used to some basic things like "thee" meaning a formal version of "you."
2007-02-23 05:22:57 · answer #7 · answered by daisyk 6 · 2⤊ 3⤋
The New Revised Version, is one of the better Bibles, it contains the Apocryphal writings which if you aren't Catholic you can omit from your readings, but should be read anyhow, since it does lead to better understanding of where Christ came from, and let me add that it was translated from the original languages and not the Latin Vulgate, as the KJV was, making it hard to understand since it was translated so long ago.
2007-02-23 05:23:14 · answer #8 · answered by Perhaps I love you more 4 · 2⤊ 3⤋
I use a Nelson New King James Study Bible
2007-02-23 05:23:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 3⤋
The Message is pretty cool for a new Christian, but I like the Life Application Bible as a study guide
2007-02-23 05:25:52 · answer #10 · answered by slim1234 3 · 2⤊ 3⤋