Sage-Tips

Do Jehovah Witnesses have the same Bible?

Jehovah’s Witnesses believe the Bible was inspired by God and is historically accurate. The Witnesses have their own translation of the Bible – the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures. They refer to the ‘New Testament’ as the Christian Greek Scriptures, and they call the ‘Old Testament’ the Hebrew Scriptures.

What version of the Bible does Joyce Meyer use?

The Bible can be difficult to read and comprehend. Joyce has chosen the Amplified Version for her personal use because of the words added to the text to illuminate the meaning and to enhance understanding.

Which version of the Bible should I read?

2. New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) – The NRSV is the Bible of choice for most scholars, particularly those with above-average interest in the Old Testament. It was translated by a truly cross-denominational committee (including Jews and Catholics and Orthodox Christians alike) and designed to be used for both study and liturgy.

What is the best translation of the Bible?

The Top 10 Bible Translations 1 English Standard Version (ESV) – Is this an anti-climatic winner? 2 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) – The NRSV is the Bible of choice for most scholars, particularly those with above-average interest in the Old Testament. 3 King James Version (KJV) – You know the King James.

How many versions of the Bible are there in different languages?

In 405, a Latin translation of the Old and New Testaments was completed. This version, known as the Vulgate, became the standard Bible of Christianity for many centuries. The complete Bible has been translated into over 500 languages, and portions exist in almost 3000 languages and dialects.

Is the ESV the best translation of the Bible?

A few years ago, the ESV was considered new and cool as it was slowly supplanting the NIV in popularity. Now, people are more used to it, and that’s a good thing. The ESV is considered one of the more literal translations on this list, but it manages that achievement without expending readability or beauty.