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History of Bible translation

The Monarchs and the Message

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  • N. T. Wright

This article is an introduction to The Kingdom New Testament Bible translation, by N.T. Wright. The author discusses Bible translation historically and theologically, reflecting on various difficulties in translating accurately and true to text.

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Martin Luther as Translator of the Bible

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  • Riemer A. Faber

In this article on Martin Luther as Bible translator, the importance of Bible translation is also discussed. Scripture needs to be accessible to all people. Spiritual Bible translation and the grammatical-literal meaning of the text is also mentioned in this article.

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The Making of the Authorised Version

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  • Esmond Birnie

The article explains the various influences that shaped the King James Version.

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Martin Luther and the German New Testament

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  • Riemer A. Faber

This article describes the history and process of Martin Luther's translation of the Bible in German. It also discusses some of Luther principles for Bible translation.

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William Cameron Townsend – Father of Wycliffe Bible Translators and Summer Institute of Linguistics

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  • Allen Brummel

This article looks at the life of William Cameron Townsend, or Uncle Cam as he was also called. Focus is given to the role he played in translating the Bible to native languages out of the conviction that this is the greatest way of doing mission work. He founded the Wycliffe organization, which focused on Bible translation into native languages.

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William Tyndale as Translator of the Bible

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  • Riemer A. Faber

This article is about William Tyndale and his work in Bible translation. The article also discusses the John Wycliffe Bible translation, and the literal--spiritual sense of Bible translation.

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The Geneva Bible and Its Influence on the King James Bible

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  • Matthew Barrett

This essay explores the relationship between the Geneva Bible and the King James Bible.

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William Tyndale: Bible Translator

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  • John B. Taylor

This article looks at the life and legacy of William Tyndale, and his work of translating the Bible into English.

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