Which Bible Translation Should I Use? A Comparison of 4 Major Recent Versions

by Köstenberger, Andreas J.; Croteau, David A.; Stowell, Joe

• ISBN13: 9781433676468
• ISBN10: 143367646X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-10-01
• Publisher: B&H Academic

Summary

One of the most frequently asked questions related to the Bible is, "Which Bible translation should I use?" People often wonder what is the all-around best English Bible translation available. In this book, Douglas Moo, Wayne Grudem, Ray Clendenen, and Philip Comfort make a case for the Bible translation he represents: the NIV 2011 (New International Version), the ESV (English Standard Version), the HCSB (Holman Christian Standard Bible), and the NLT (New Living Translation) respectively. In each case, the contributors explain the translation philosophy under- lying these major recent versions. They also compare and contrast how specific passages are translated in their version and other translations. Which Bible Translation Should I Use?is ideal for anyone who is interested in the Bible and wants to know how the major recent English translations compare. After you've read this book, you will be able to answer the title question with confidence. You will also learn many other interesting details about specific passages in the Bible from these top experts.

Author Biography

Andreas J. K\u00f6stenberger is professor of New Testament and director of Ph.D. Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary in Wake Forest, North Carolina, and director of acquisitions for B&H Academic. David A. Croteau is assistant professor of Biblical Studies at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. He holds a Th.M. and Ph.D. from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary.