From God To Us Revised and Expanded How We Got Our Bible

by Geisler, Norman L.; Nix, William E.

• ISBN13: 9780802428820
• ISBN10: 0802428827
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2012-08-01
• Publisher: Moody Publishers

Summary

Where did the Bible come from? How do we know the right books are in the Bible? Does the Bible contain errors? What are the oldest copies we have of the Bible? How do we know that the Bible hasn't been changed over the years? Why are there so many translations of the Bible, and which one should I use? These are just some of the important questions about the Bible that are discussed in this book. Understanding basic facts about the origin of the Bible is essential for every Christian, but it can also be confusing and difficult. Here, two well-known scholars, authors of a more technical book, A General Introduction to the Bible, explain simply and clearly these basic facts. Inspiration, the biblical canon, major manuscripts, textual criticism, early translations, and modern versions are some of the major topics discussed. Careful explanations of important points are given throughout, as the entire field of biblical introduction is covered. Completely updated and revised edition of the 1974 work (more than 78,000 copies sold). Helpful charts have been added, along with an index of subjects, persons, and Scripture. This book is ideally suited for Bible students, pastors, and professors. While writing for readers without previous training, the authors do not gloss over difficult and complex issues when they arise. The nature of inspiration, the extent of the canon, and the usefulness of modern versions are all clearly discussed.

Author Biography

NORMAN GEISLER (Th.B., William Tyndale College; A.B., Wheaton College; M.A., Wheaton College Graduate School; Ph.D., Loyola University) is Distinguished Professor of Apologetics at Veritas Evangelical Seminary in Murrieta, California. Norman has been teaching Bible and related topics for over 50 years. He is the author or co-author of some 80 books, including A General Introduction to the Bible, From God To Us: How We Got the Bible, and A Popular Survey of the New Testament. He has also written hundreds of articles. He and his wife Barbara of 56 years have six children, fifteen grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. They live in Charlotte, NC. WILLIAM E. NIX (A.B., Wayne State University; A.M., University of Michigan; Ph.D., University of Oklahoma) is an editorial and educational consultant based in Dallas, Texas. He is author of Transforming Your Workplace for Christ and co-author of From God to Us and A General Introduction to the Bible with Dr. Norman Geisler. He has also written several articles. Dr. Nix serves at Veritas Evangelical Seminary, Murrieta, CA as Professor of Historical and Theological Studies and Director of Master of Theological Studies. He resides in Dallas, Texas.

Table of Contents

1. The Character of the Bible 2. The Nature of Inspiration 3. The Inspiration of the Old Testament 4. The Inspiration of the New Testament 5. The Evidences for the Inspiration of the Bible 6. The Characteristics of Canonicity 7. The Development of the Old Testament Canon 8. The Extent of the Old Testament Canon 9. The Development of the New Testament Canon 10. The Extent of the New Testament Canon 11. Languages and Materials of the Bible 12. The Major Manuscripts of the Bible 13. Additional Witnesses to the Bible Text 14. The Development of Textual Criticism 15. Restoration of the Bible Text 16. Aramaic, Syriac, and Related Translations and Bibles 17. Greek and Related Transitions 18. Latin and Related Transitions 19. Early English Translations 20. Modern English Bible Translations 21. English Bible Translations and the New Millennium Index of Subjects Index of Persons Index of Scripture