Christians which version of the Bible do you use?

Question

Which version of the Bible do you choose and why? Which translation? Which books are included and excluded?

Is there anything that is Apocrypha that you believe should be Cannon?

Is there any Cannon that you think should be Apocrypha?

Does one of your copies of the bible contain your faith’s Apocrypha? Have your read it?

Does it contain the Tanakh and the other inter-testamental books?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Table_of_books_of_Judeo-Christian_Scripture

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biblical_apocrypha

Protestant bibles used to include extensive Apocrypha (that was DIFFERENT than the Catholic Apocrypha). Most of the newer ones do not include them for simplicity's sake.

Answer 1

Good question, but it's a lot to go into. I'll do my best!

Version: I usually use a NASB, but I studied ancient languages in college so if I'm feeling ambitious I'll haul out a Hebrew/Greek Bible.

I think that some of the apocrypha should be reevaluated. There are a lot of reasons these books were left out, a lot of them are politically charged. I don't think there's any basis of why the Bible as we have it would be all there is.

Yes, I do own copies of the apocrypha, I have read it, that's why I came to the above determination.

I've read inter-testamental books, also. But I will admit that if it wasn't for my college studies I wouldn't have read as much.

Answer 2

Hi^^
I use all the versions I can!! I have one that is the Family Bible which was written before 1964. I have one that is a study bible with four different translations that I use to study the word.I really do not ever ever use the King James because it was re written to justify the persons actions. When I am in prayer and documenting my answers as lead by the Holy Spirit. I use the New International Version. It is my one of my favorite versions and when I am sharing the word with others it is easier to get a handle on the words.

The Apocrypha is something I have reference to. It has important documented history in it. They are believed that they were not so much God inspired.Old Testament demonstrates that God has fulfilled His promise to preserve His word. We can be sure that the Old Testament was properly preserved, because Jesus and His disciples used the Old Testament exactly as the Jews of Palestine in that day accepted it; they never once criticized the Jews choice of what books to include. But their canonicity has been rejected and gradually were omitted from Protestant bibles. Argument against the apocrypha is that they were not quoted in the New Testament. But that is less important to us than what books were known to be accepted by the Jews. If the Jews had been wrong about this, Jesus would surely have said so. Instead He just took their Scriptures and cited them as Divine Authority. It is known today but not then that 66 times it does show contrast. It is not part of the bible that I would recommend any new found Christians to explore with out guidance of someone that could explain the historical reference and proper examination of the words. One should avoid it if your faith depends on a strict literal interpretation of the Bible.

It would be nice to see the fist Book of Enoch, the great-grandfather of Noah; that is, Enoch son of Jared."Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.Genesis 5:24. They belive they were inspired by God so I would like to see it placed inside with the rest.

I also use the Tanakh when I am in deep study of the word. But, I like the versions that are used in the native language to get the closest interpretation and meaning of those words. Our modern day language means sometimes the opposite of what was being written then.Churches that reject some of the books that Roman Catholics, Orthodox and Protestants accept. The same is true of some Jewish sects. Interesting.

So the controversy of the Bible prevails as it did then. But I do feel that the "Good News" is the best for beginners; and the original "Revised Standard".

As always,
Seek,Learn,Discover,Love
Your Sister In Christ

Answer 3

1. The one I use the most is The Complete Jewish Bible. I like the literal translation. I also use the English Standard Version, the King James, and online I like the Amplified Bible.

2. No, I don't think Apocrypha should be canon.

3. No canon that should be Apocrypha either.

4. I'm not sure what you mean by my faith's Apocrypha. If you mean what that term usually means, it's only in Catholic Bibles. Yes, I have one and, yes, I've read it. But I am not Catholic.

5. I do read the Tanakh and Brit Chadashah.

Edit: True re Protestant Bible, but that was about 130 years ago, so no one who answers your question will likely own one.

Answer 4

I don't follow a religion, but I've also not studied the Apocrypha. I use the NIV, the NASB, and sometimes the KJV when I study the Scriptures. There is nothing in Scripture I believe to be Apocrypha, and my belief about Scripture is that the Bible is complete. This is not to say that I can't gain understanding and find truth in other writings, and I take them into consideration, but the Bible is the inspired word of God, and a curse is placed on anyone who adds to or takes away from it, so I give no other writings as much regard. Everything is measured by the Bible, as it is the one, and only, source of inspired revelation about God.

Answer 5

I use the NASV. I find it is great for personal reading and study too. I believe what we have in the Bible without getting into Apocryphal writing is plenty. In the main body of the Bible I am sure we have the full Gospel of our Lord. trusting in Christ and following His example is more than I have been able to master. Making the Apocrypha as a whole fit with what we already have as scripture is difficult if not impossible. This is why they have been excluded.. Jim

Answer 6

New American Standard Version: it's my personal favorite, and if I am asked to preach it's the version I use.

Amplified: Helps greatly with understanding the original languages and meanings, but is difficult to read at first, and takes some getting used to.

New Living Translation: I like to use this for personal study. It's easy to understand without being too simplistic. And unlike the Living Bible, is actually a translation.

New Revised Standard: Great scholarly Bible that is easy to read and understand.

Answer 7

I use the New American Standard Bible because it is the most accurate and literal that I know of. I was told that before, but I have come to the same conclusion myself after 2 semesters each of Greek and Hebrew. It has the standard Protestant cannon of 66 books. I also have enjoyed the English Standard Version.

Answer 8

I like the KJV, first version NOT the "New" KJV, just because the language is so courtly, so to speak.
I use several different translations when I'm studying.
I think that _all_ of the writings ascribed to the era of A.D. should be freely available but not necessarily bound in the same book.
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Answer 9

I normally use the Authorized version. Sometimes the Interlinear Bible, in Hebrew and Greek. I have several different versions. I use them when I study. Some have "other" books. I am happy with the Bible as it is. Some of the other books don't seem inspired.

Answer 10

I use the King James Version in conjunction with Strong's Concordance and maintain a copy of the Apocrypha.

It's pretty much a plain-vanilla edition and I research with other references.