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It depends on what you're looking for. NASB (New American Standard Bible) is the most literally translated (word for word) and it is fairly easy to read, but NIV seems to be the easiest to comprehend. It, however, is translated paragraph by paragraph.

For more than 2,000 languages spoken around the world, there is not a single translation of The Bible to choose from. Groups such as Wycliffe Bible Translators and The Seed Company are working to change that.

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How many times is the word light used in the Bible?

In the King James Bible, the third best selling translation, the word "light" appears a total of 235 times. In the New International Version, the second best selling, it appears 207 times. In the New Living Translation, the best selling version to date, it appears 187 times.


What verse in the Bible tells that Paul wrote the book of Romans?

Best Answer:None. Tertius is the one who wrote the book of Romans (NKJV Romans 16:22) - "I, Tertius, who wrote this epistle, greet you in the Lord."


Where can you see Jehovah in the scripture?

It depends on your translation of the bible. In the king james there are 4 occasions one is in Ps 83:18. Some have tried to improperly remove it entirely. The New World Translation is the best about using it correctly.


What is the NIV Bible?

NIV stands for New International Version, and the NIV is a very high quality translation of the Hebrew and Greek Scriptures into English. Work began in 1965. The New Testament was published in 1973, and the entire Bible was completed in 1978. The work was done by over 100 scholars, working directly from the best available Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek texts. Taken from Preface material, The Committee on Bible Translation, June 1978.


Why did King James create the King James Version of the Bible?

King James 1566-1625 created his version of "The Holy Bible" to void the Catholic Church and their teaching of Jesus Christ. James I's impact on English literature is considerable, not least because of his encouragement of and participation in the translation of the Bible into English (1611), the translation that many people still consider the best, and which bears his name, the King James Bible. That, above everything he wrote, is James's monument, but his literary works deserve some credit, and he is always a pleasure to read.

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What is the best bible to buy?

The New International Version, NIV ,Holy Bible and the New King James Version Holy Bible, NKJV ,are both considered quality translations.


Who wrote the first German translation of the Bible?

There have been many German versions of the Bible, but the best-known one is Martin Luther's translation into German. His translation is often praised for its lyrical and poetic qualities.


When were latin Bibles replaced by English Bibles?

The first Bible written in English coincided with the printing press and the period of Reformation. Before that time it was forbidden to write in any other language besides Latin from the original Hebrew and Greek. The Latin translation occured in the 4th century A.D. By St. Jerome. This was known as the vulgate. This denial brought on the Protestant Reformation. John Wycliffe (1324-1384 AD) translated the first Bible into English under special permission but this Bible was mostly forbidden to be read Martin Luther translated the Bible into the German language in 1522. The first translation of the Bible into English from the original languages, Hebrew and Greek, and the first which was printed was that of William Tyndale in 1523. Tyndale's English translation of the Bible was pioneer vision plus an independent effort. Much of his translation is used in the King James Version of 1611, The best known and the best selling Bible of all times.


Where is the word wept used in the Bible?

Probably the best known verse is this:John 11:35New King James Version (NKJV) 35 Jesus wept.


How many times is the word light used in the Bible?

In the King James Bible, the third best selling translation, the word "light" appears a total of 235 times. In the New International Version, the second best selling, it appears 207 times. In the New Living Translation, the best selling version to date, it appears 187 times.


What is the best bible to get for a first time bible buyer?

First decide whether you want a traditional Protestant Bible with 66 books or a Catholic Bible that also includes the deuterocanonical books (e.g. Tobit, Judith, etc.). Next, you need to decide if you want the Bible to more conform to the original language literal word-for-word or closer to the thought/meaning in more readable form. The King James Version (KJV) is the most literal form. The NKJV, for example, is an up to date "word for word" translation that takes into account the Dead Sea Scrolls. The New International Version (NIV) attempts to balance between word-for-word and thought-for-thought. The New Living Translation (NLT) on the other hand uses a form of paraphrase to a thought-for-thought translation of Scripture, which oversimplifies some verses in the Bible, but is easy to read. For a Catholic Bible, the New American Bible and New Jerusalem Bible are both good translations to start with. Whichever translation you choose, you should start with a good study Bible so you have commentary to go along with the verses. Start on Amazon.com and check out the reviews on the various study bibles.


What verse in the Bible tells that Paul wrote the book of Romans?

Best Answer:None. Tertius is the one who wrote the book of Romans (NKJV Romans 16:22) - "I, Tertius, who wrote this epistle, greet you in the Lord."


What is James I most famous for?

The reign of King James is famous for The King James Bible. Unhappy with the existing English translations, in 1604 James authorized a new translation of the Bible into English. It was complete by 1611 and dedicated to the King. Many believe it is the best English translation ever made. :)


What is James what most famous for?

The reign of King James is famous for The King James Bible. Unhappy with the existing English translations, in 1604 James authorized a new translation of The Bible into English. It was complete by 1611 and dedicated to the King. Many believe it is the best English translation ever made. :)


what is the best translation firm?

What is the best translation firm in dhaka? english to bnagla translation firm


Where can you see Jehovah in the scripture?

It depends on your translation of the bible. In the king james there are 4 occasions one is in Ps 83:18. Some have tried to improperly remove it entirely. The New World Translation is the best about using it correctly.


Which Bible does the Catholic Church believe is the best?

The "best" Bible is the one that you use. The official Bible for the Catholic Church is the New Vulgate, an updating of St. Jerome's Latin translation of the Sacred Scriptures. The Old Testament is the Septuagint, the Greek translation that Our Blessed Lord used, and is used for most of the quotes in the New Testament. The official New Testament is the the New Vulgate.