Compare 20 Bible translations in a single glance. Discover what the translations have in common, how they differ, and which one is best for you. It's all found in the bestselling Bible Translations Comparison pamphlet that offers an easy-to-use format, full color design and glossy finish. The comparison chart displays: the name of the translation, the method of translation, sponsors, textual basis, purpose, sample verses to show the difference in wording, the year published, and much more. Some of the translations include: New Revised Standard, Amplified Bible, King James Version, The Message, among others. Size: 8.5x 5.5 unfolds to 33 long. Fits inside most Bible covers. Scholars have been translating the Bible for 2000 years and over the centuries, three primary methods of translation have evolved. The Bible Translations Comparison chart helps pastors, teachers, and students of the Word understand the approach to 20 Bible translations by providing the following information: Translation method & reading level Year it was published Number of translators who worked on the project Sponsor of the translation version Textual basis Purpose Noteworthy facts Sample verses This Bible Translations Comparison fold-out chart also provides a brief glossary of key words regarding translations, as well as a diagram that explains the three most popular Greek texts used for Bible translation. The Bible Translations pamphlet compares the following Bible translations: American Standard Version (ASV) Amplified Bible (AMP) New American Standard Bible (NASB) Revised Standard Version (RSV) New Revised Standard Version (NSRV) English Standard Version (ESV) King James Version (KJV) New King JamesVersion (NKJV) New Jerusalem Bible (NJB) New American Bible (NAB) New International Version (NIV) Today's New International Version (TNIV) God's Word (GW) Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) New Century Version (NCV) New Living Translation (NLT) New International Readers Version (NIrV) Good News Translation (GNT) Contemporary English Version (CEV) The Message The pamphlet's introductory information explains why new translations continue to appear. Also provided is a brief overview of the three primary methods of translation as well as a fourth translation treatment that has evolved over the centuries. The side-by-side translations are color coded to reference the four translation treatments shown below: Word-for-Word Balance--a process that mediates between word-for-word and thought-for-thought Thought-for-thought Paraphrase--a restatement of a translation The Bible Translations Comparison pamphlet provides a list of 13 Important Words to Know such as: Apocrypha Biblia Hebraica Dead Sea Scrolls Masoretic Text Septuagint And the major groups of Greek manuscripts, or text types: Western Lucianic Byzantine Alexandrian

IMPORTANT UPDATE: This 2nd Edition contains the new NIV 2011 and the new Common English Bible translations. Compare 20 Bible translations in a single glance. Discover what the translations have in common, how they differ, and which one is best for you. It's all found in the bestselling Bible Translations Comparison ebook that offers an easy-to-use format, full color design, and glossy finish. The comparison chart displays: the name of the translation, the method of translation, sponsors, textual basis, purpose, sample verses to show the difference in wording, the year published, and much more. Some of the translations include: New Revised Standard, Amplified Bible, King James Version, The Message, among others. Scholars have been translating the Bible for 2000 years and over the centuries, three primary methods of translation have evolved. The Bible Translations Comparison chart helps pastors, teachers, and students of the Word understand the approach to 20 Bible translations by providing the following information: •Translation method & reading level •Year it was published •Number of translators who worked on the project •Sponsor of the translation version •Textual basis •Purpose •Noteworthy facts •Sample verses This Bible Translations Comparison fold-out chart also provides a brief glossary of key words regarding translations, as well as a diagram that explains the three most popular Greek texts used for Bible translation. The Bible Translations Comparison ebook compares the following Bible translations: •American Standard Version(ASV) •Amplified Bible (AMP) •New American Standard Bible (NASB) •Revised Standard Version (RSV) •New Revised Standard Version (NSRV) •English Standard Version (ESV) •King James Version (KJV) •New King James Version (NKJV) •New Jerusalem Bible (NJB) •New American Bible (NAB) •NEW! New International Version 2011 (NIV) •NEW! Common English Bible (CEB) •Today"s New International Version (TNIV) •God's Word (GW) •Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) •New Century Version (NCV) •New Living Translation (NLT) •New International Readers Version (NIrV) •Good News Translation (GNT) •Contemporary English Version (CEV) •The Message The ebook's introductory information explains why new translations continue to appear. Also provided is a brief overview of the three primary methods of translation as well as a fourth translation treatment that has evolved over the centuries. The side-by-side translations are color coded to reference the four translation treatments shown below: •Word-for-Word •Balance—a process that mediates between word-for-word and thought-for-thought •Thought-for-thought •Paraphrase—a restatement of a translation The Bible Translations Comparison ebook provides a list of 13 "Important Words to Know" such as: •Apocrypha •Biblia Hebraica •Dead Sea Scrolls •Masoretic Text •Septuagint And the major groups of Greek manuscripts or text types: •Western •Lucianic •Byzantine •Alexandrian

Dave Brunn has been an international Bible translator for many years. Here he divulges the inner workings of translation practice to help us sort out the many competing claims for superiority among English Bible translations. His professional assessments and conclusions will be a great help to all seeking truth in translation.

Answers complex questions about accuracy and translation methods for the many different English Bible translations, and introduces readers to Bible manuscripts and textual criticism. --from publisher description.

Given the wealth of English translations of the Bible available today, how can anyone know which is the right one for them? The options seem overwhelming. Biblical scholar Ron Rhodes provides an easy-to-read guide that takes the guesswork out of choosing a Bible. He critiques the prominent theories of translation, lets readers in on the debate about gender-inclusive language, and thoroughly covers the major English translations from the King James Version to the New Living Translation and everything in between, including the two most recent Bibles for Catholics. His examination of each version includes the story behind the translation the translation theory used the intended readership pluses and minuses comparisons with other translations A unique feature is Rhodes' look at secondary factors to keep in mind when choosing a Bible, such as the type size, the quality of the paper, the existence and placement of cross references and other study helps, and the types of bindings. The result is an indispensable guide to help readers through the maze of choosing the translation best suited for them.

Easily teach your small group, congregation, or Bible class how each of the top 20 English Bible translations compare! This 100-slide PowerPoint presentation includes everything you need to lead a class! With the click of a mouse, get an overview of the major English translations available. Get an understanding of how each translation differs, what the purposes or origins of the translations are, and even decide which translation is right for you!