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The Origins of the Red-Letter Bible

This article discusses the background of the red-letter Bible, whose origin dates to the end of the 19th century.

The Latin Vulgate

This article gives a historical origin of the Latin Vulgate Bible.

The New International Version and Its Textual Principles in the Book of Psalms

This essay considers the textual criticism principles applied in the New International Version translation of the book of Psalms, and provides a critical assessment.

For whom is the New King James Version?

This article is about Bible translation, specifically the New King James Version.

Reflections on the NIV

This article is some reflections on the New International Version. Bible translation in general and dinamic equivalent/functional equivalent Bible translation is also discussed in this article.

What about the NIV?

This article is about the New International Version [NIV] as Bible translation. The goal of Bible tranlation and the relation of literal translation and the clarity of translation is also discussed.

Scofield's Study Bible: Use of the Critical Text and the AV

This article evaluates the Scofield Study Bible, with focus given to its use of the critical texts and how they impact its reliability.

Too Many Modern Versions?

This article considers negative factors that result from an abundance of English Bible translations.

The New International Version Translation Project: Its Conception and Implementation

Does the Bible need to be translated anew? Is there a need for new Bible translations every so many years? This essay explains why there is such a need for new translations and what the aims and goals of such translations should be, as it introduces the New International Version translation project.

Practical Reasons for Retaining the KJV

This article gives you twelve reasons for retaining the King James Version, arguments based on language and translation, liturgical use, and usability.

A Brief Introduction to the Septuagint

This article gives an introduction to the Septuagint, its history and use in the New Testament.

Why is the 2011 NIV a Problem for Our Churches?

This article gives an evaluation of the 2011 New International Version Bible translation, looking specifically at its use of gender neutral terms. The author compares the NIV to the New King James Version and the English Standard Version, giving preference to the ESV.

What Makes the King James Version Great?

This article celebrates the qualities and historical influence of the King James Version of the Bible.

The Message - The New Testament in the language of the street

This article is about the Bible translation The Message.

Lost in Translation

"In da Bginnin God cre8d da heavens & da earth."-Genesis 1:1

Thoughts on Bible Translations

Which bible translation to use? Looking at different English bible translations, this article evaluates their strength and weaknesses and shows how one can find a better way in using bible translations.

Kings & Puritans: Bishops & Bible - The Hampton Court Conference

This article maps the historical events that led to the origin of the Authorised Version, also known as the King James Bible.

The Making of the Authorised Version

This article gives the history that shaped the making of the Authorized Version, or the King James Version translation of the Bible.

Respect – Battered Bibles

This article is about respect for our Bibles.

The Road to the Authorised Version: A Survey of the New Testament from the Apostle Paul to Miles Smith

This article traces the development of the copying and translating of the New Testament Scriptures up to the Authorised Version or the King James Bible.

Two Modern Versions Compared

This article is a careful comparison of the New Testament sections of the New English Bible and Today's English Version, particularly in terms of text, translation, and style

"Zeal to Promote the Common Good": The Story of the King James Bible (1)

This article presents the history of the King James Version. It includes a discussion of the influence of William Tyndale, and the Geneva Bible.

The New International Version: A Review Article

In this article Craige introduces and shortly reviews the first publication of the New International Version of the Bible.

Dutch Bible: The Road to the Statenvertaling

This article gives the historical origin of the Statenvertaling or Statenbijbel.

Three Recent Bible Translations: A New Testament Perspective

This article reviews three Bible translations, in particular from a New Testament perspective. These translations are the English Standard Version, NET Bible, and The Message. It considers the textual base, translation philosophy, format, etc.

Three Recent Bible Translations: An Old Testament Perspective

This article reviews three Bible translations, in particular from an Old Testament perspective. These translations are the English Standard Version, NET Bible, and The Message. It considers the textual base, translation philosophy, format, etc.

Invitation to the Septuagint – Why Study the Septuagint?

The Introduction to this volume considers the reason for studying the Septuagint. The relationship with the Hebrew Bible and the use of the Septuagint in the Christian church are reflected upon.

Which Hebrew Bible? Review of Biblia Hebraica Quinta, Hebrew University Bible, Oxford Hebrew Bible, and Other Modern Editions

This article reviews three major critical editions of the Hebrew Bible: Biblia Hebraica Quinta (BHQ), the Hebrew University Bible (HUB), and the Oxford Hebrew Bible (OHB).