The first translation of the complete bible into english was completed by john wycliff in 82, and now there are more different versions of english translations available than in any other language. Over 2,061 versions in 1,410 languages the bible that goes. Bible verses related to comparing ourselves to others from the king james version kjv by relevance sort by book order 2 corinthians 10. The first deception has, over the years, turned hundreds of millions away from the christian church. Tens of millions of people are using the bible app to make gods word a part of their daily lives. Gail riplinger, avpublications click here to download a free pdf version of the new age bible versions tract note. We want choosing a translation to be as simple as possible. The net bible new english translation is a completely new translation of the bible with 60,932 translators notes. In addition, indepth study tools are provided on the site with access to commentaries, encyclopedias, dictionaries. From our membership agreement lulu is a place where people of all ages, backgrounds, experience, and professions can publish, sell, or buy creative content such as novels, memoirs, poetry, cookbooks, technical manuals, articles, photography books, childrens books, calendars, and a host of other content that defies easy categorization.
A comparison of 9 bible translations page 1 of 2 pages navigate. Two english versions of the bible are used as a case study. Modern bible deception verse comparison study the premise behind the modern bible versions, such as the niv and esv, is that theyre easier to read, but the deception lies in the fact that they are missing words and verses, which is forbidden by god. Download the free app and access your bookmarks, notes, and reading plans from anywhere. We can be thankful, however, that many newer versions exist that are much more uptodate in their wording. Bible verses by comparison, read verses using all translations. Bullinger which is an trusted indepth personal bible study resource for those who seek to know and understand gods word in the trusted. May 21, 2017 the first comparison that we will do is the proof text for the trinity of god. Thanks for the wake up call on the different versions of the bible. In order for others to read the bible, it had to be translated. Coword networks and cotopic networks for topology comparison show that the. Niv new international version 1984 tniv todays new international version nt 2001, ot 2005 ncv new century version. Which of the many bible versions is best for reading and studying the bible.
This study tool can help people see how different translators have interpreted the original language. This explains the difference between the kjv and all cited modern versions. You can initially ignore the list of 11 characteristics. I know that my redeemer lives, and that in the end he will stand on the earth. It features inclusive language, alternatives to traditional christian expressions e. Many people find it increasingly difficult to understand the words and may be put off by the kjv s foreignsounding words. Our father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Each parable is listed in the book that it is found, if the same parable is mentioned in more than one of the gospels it is listed with a reference to each gospel in which it is found. The authorized version king james bible kjv is the only english translation that remains faithful to the original text of scripture.
Differences between bible versions pdf ebook by gary f. This study tool can help people see how different translations and versions have interpreted the original greek and hebrew languages. To decide which is the perfect word of god, first we contrast the two major categories of english translations to see which most consistently glorifies the person and work of the lord jesus christ and is free of obvious errors. The second was the revised version of the bible posing as the word of god. Click to download the top 10 bible translations pdf. The bible is the document by which christians base their faith. Click any study tab to view sermons, topics, commentaries, interlinear, strongs.
Bible version name or title column fy see the features list below. The revised version was an enterprise in which representatives of. Over 2,061 versions in 1,410 languages the bible that. Compare bible verses in all translations bible study tools. This tract and others are available in printed form. If you have exercised faith in christ, then you are in the right place. The holy bible is considered as an encounter with god and an interaction with him in a spirit of worship and piety from an introduction to the coptic church. All scripture is given by inspiration of god, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness. The english language has changed substantially over the four centuries since the king james version of the bible was first published.
Online parallel bible compare bible verse versions. Bible translation sample bible verse reading level readability reference support material number of translators translation philosophy format king james version kjv but we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which god hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you. See comparison instances in the king james version kjv. Bible version comparisons archives king james bible study. Click any version name to read the full chapter for that text. New international version colossians 1 14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. Read gods word at anytime, anywhere using the youversion bible app. Home main article index free gift holy bible online pdf of h ol y bible other web links. Est literalness from 10 to 1, where 10most literal douayrheims challoner rom cath drc.
Interesting to see the niv agree with the kjv against the nasb and esvs treatment of the phrase in his blood. Here at we carry over 30 different english translations. The kjv vs the modern versions there are thousands. Furthermore, we provide a transliteration of the original greek to see how the versions compare to the bible in its original language. Compare bible translations and versions comparison this is a unique bible study, showing many differences in bible verses in many different bible translations in comparison tables. Generally speaking, the king james version and its modern counterpart, the new king james version, are wordforword translations. Usage is fairly simple even though it may look confusing at first. Each one is set by default to 1, which makes them all of even value. A comparison of 20 bible translations and versions written and compiled by gary kukis these studies are designed for believers in jesus christ only.
They are readily found in most bookstores or on the internet. The kjv vs the modern versions there are thousands of. Bible version comparisons archives king james bible. Quite likely, you may want to skip over much of this and go directly to the summary table which is followed by some very important tables. Niv bible new international version holy bible is given below for free download as pdf. Read, hear, and study scripture at the worlds mostvisited christian website. None are the infallible word of god, so all contain errors we choose to believe that god is able to keep his word pure and perfect, even in english. Translation philosophyformat balance between a wordforword translation and thoughtforthought, with an emphasis on meaning for simplification.
New international version niv we, however, will not boast beyond proper limits, but will confine our boasting to the field god has assigned to us, a field that reaches even to you. Click any study tab to view sermons, topics, commentaries, interlinear, strongs, greek, or hebrew for your passage. I had misplaced it during several moves and picked up other versions here and there. Share scripture with friends, highlight and bookmark passages, and create a daily habit with bible plans. So, often there can still be an invisible layer of mans religious pomposity coming between you and gods own words, depending upon what bible version you use. The first version i read was a k j v which was my grandmas. A procedure for comparison in 395 ad, the bible translator jerome was accused by a heretic of misrepresenting his thoughts through bad translation. For now, my library of english new testaments is comprised of twentyeight versions. When comparing translations for a bible verse, users can read the wellknown translations including new international version, king james bible, the message. The recovery version rendering sounds awkward though. Its all found in the bestselling bible translations comparison pamphlet that offers an easytouse format, full color design and glossy finish. Bible version comparison chart dialthetruth ministries. Blue letter bible is a free, searchable online bible program providing access to many different bible translations including.
By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from bible gateway, a division of the zondervan corporation, 3900. Bible version comparison it is the intention of our compare bible verses by translation pages to allow users to study bible verses using more than one translation and version. Gail riplingers website where the information below appears, i have chosen to reprint the information in the event dr. It was created directly from the public domain text and converted to pdf format using davince tools, a software product that converts text files and other file formats into pdf. This part of the site is still currently in development. The king james version of 1611 was an early example which was a literal approach to translation, but was also readable by the common people. A tablestyle view of some differences between bible versions including verses that are indisputably contradictory. The blue texts are active and can be viewed by placing your mouse cursor over the verse. Available for ios, android, blackberry, windows phone and more. New international version niv bible pdf turnback to god. Whats the difference between various bible versions. A comparison of over 30 english translations of the bible by gary kukis updated november 2, 20071 this is not a work which requires you to begin reading on page 1 and continue on to page2 and then page 3. How trustworthy is the king james or the new king james bible we. Est literalness from 10 to 1, where 10most literaldouayrheims challoner rom cath drc english standard version esv 2001.
Riplingers website becomes unavailable in the future. Being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. The kjv online study bible in pdf the bullinger bible in pdf the companion bible by e. A comparison of 9 bible translations bible study 101. Comparison of bible versions king james version vs modern translations compiled by courtney jackson king james version colossians 1 14 in whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins.
The following table lists 300 verses that have been changed in the seven most popular versions. The wordforword versions most accurately follow the hebrew, aramaic and greek texts. Bibleworks lets you customize the appearance of verse references in copied text. The bible has been translated into many languages from the biblical languages of hebrew. The first comparison that we will do is the proof text for the trinity of god. There is disagreement about whether the word paresis means remission, forgiveness or passing over, leaving unpunished. Bible translations comparison pdf download download. This is a table listing all the parables in the bible. Click on the above link to download the new international version holy bible pdf. There are a large number of english translations of the bible available today, and people will give you a variety of reasons for choosing one over another. How do you know which translation is best you, your friend, your child or teen. Comparing network structures of different versions of a book. I felt like i really developed a close relationship with the lord reading that book. Ever wondered why there are so many different versions of the bible.
Bible plans help you engage with gods word every day, a little at a time. Grow your faith with devotionals, bible reading plans, and mobile apps. Have this attitude in yourselves which was also in christ jesus, who, although he existed in the form of god, did not regard equality with god a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, taking the form of a bondservant, and being made in the likeness of men. Welcome to the parallel study bible it is the main intention of our online parallel study bible to allow users to study verses using more than one translation and version. The original bible was written in hebrew old testament and greek new testament. This of course presents a considerable challenge when choosing a bible. Download the bible, the holy quran, the mahabharata, and thousands of free pdf ebooks on buddhism, meditation, etc. History of niv bible the new international version project was started after a meeting in 1965 at trinity christian college in palos heights. Which of the many bible versions is best for reading and studying the bible 1. You can gather your search results and easily paste english, greek, hebrew text and other information into your word processor. Click here to download a free pdf version of the new age bible versions tract note.