and that I will understand, even if its childish I dont care I just want to understand the bible?Thankyou whats A good first bible I want to learn as much is there to learn about god?
2007-10-26 14:46:33 · 15 answers · asked by jennifer 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Not a printed Bible, but free audio studies (15 minutes each) by Dr. David Reid. Excellent series.
http://www.growingchristians.org/rfgc/index.html
2007-10-26 14:52:35 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The ASV is quite accurate. The NIV is very good English very easy to understand -- but it has taken a few liberties with some verses, so care needs to be paid to this so as to understand things properly.
If you need help with portions of the Bible you don't understand, ask me. I'll try to answer bythebible with as little personal commentary as is possible.
There are many fine Bibles out there. The KJV is very respected, but it is a bit too old which makes it harder to read.
2007-10-26 22:01:47 · answer #2 · answered by Fuzzy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to any bix box bookstore. Buy the Contempory English Version. It's much easier to understand in plain English. I would also recommend finding one with a commentary in it like a Study Bible or Students Bible. The NIV is okay, but there are easier versions out there. I gave you a link to an online bible.
2007-10-26 21:56:10 · answer #3 · answered by Rockford 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing to do is get a good study Bible, not one of those "Life Application" things but one that actually explains and interprets the text and puts it in context.
The best one I've found is the New Jerusalem Bible:
http://www.amazon.com/New-Jerusalem-Bible-Henry-Wansbrough/dp/0385142641
But you can't really go wrong with the Oxford Study Bible or the New Interpreters Study Bible, either.
Peace to you.
2007-10-26 21:53:08 · answer #4 · answered by Orpheus Rising 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would go for the KJV. Although the language is bit archaic and difficult,it is more precise in its meaning than today's English. Plus you can take the time to realy comtemplate and meditate on the meaning. This will lead to a better understanding God's Word.
2007-10-26 23:40:43 · answer #5 · answered by toolman_16301 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pick any Bible -- I'd suggest Revised Standard Version in your case -- and get Isaac Asimov's Guide to the Bible.
2007-10-26 21:53:43 · answer #6 · answered by novangelis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES! A just completed! Orthodox study Bible. This is about as pure as it gets without going back to the Old Greek or Hebrew versions......and the Study aspect explains sections.
http://www.conciliarpress.com/?gclid=CK3VoYL7rY8CFSIZWQodUUmZaQ
2007-10-26 21:54:18 · answer #7 · answered by fluffernut 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a good parallel Bible. It has the KJV, and an easy understand version. you can find one rather cheap at this address, www.christianbook.com
2007-10-26 21:55:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here's the perfect website for someone like you --
131,345 bible questions answered.
2007-10-26 21:53:30 · answer #9 · answered by Dirk Johnson 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, the New American Standard is good. But you need a
gifted Pastor-Teacher to sit under to teach you.
2007-10-26 21:52:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋