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

The final form of the Old Testament text as a literary whole is much more appreciated today. Sprinkle gives a general overview of modern literary approaches to the study of the Old Testament, noting contributions from Robert Alter, James Muilenburg, Meir Steinberg, Martin Kessler, etc.