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PublisherBaker Academic

ISBN-100801022827

ISBN-139780801022821

eBay Product ID (ePID)1832262

Product Key Features

Number of Pages200 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameBible in Translation : Ancient and English Versions

Publication Year2001

SubjectBiblical Reference / Language Study, General, Biblical Studies / History & Culture, Biblical Studies / General

TypeTextbook

Subject AreaReligion, Bibles

AuthorBruce M. Metzger

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight10.1 Oz

Item Length8.5 in

Item Width5.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN2001-037427

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Edition21

Reviews"A highly informative and interesting account of the history of the English Bible. Professor Metzger has pointed out the qualities--good and bad--of all the versions, from that of John Wycliffe to the New Revised Standard Version of 1990. He has not neglected the Jewish translations of the twentieth century or the simplified, easy-to-read versions, and even includes the various paraphrases of the English Bible. All of this is done with clarity, humor, and sound judgment. His book will be a valuable vade mecum for all pastors, students, scholars, and general readers."--Joseph A. Fitzmyer, S.J., Catholic University of America"Any comments by Bruce Metzger about the Bible are worth heeding with greatest care. This is especially true for what Metzger, one of the key translators of the Revised Standard Version and the New Revised Standard Version, has to say about other translations--both ancient and modern, both English and in other languages. All who know how important it is to read the Bible in one's own language will appreciate the learned yet accessible descriptions that make up this book." -Mark A. Noll, Wheaton College

Grade FromCollege Freshman

Dewey Decimal220.5/09

Grade ToUP

Table Of ContentPrefacePart 1: Ancient Versions1. Ancient Versions of the Old Testament Made for the Use of Jews2. Ancient Versions Intended Chiefly for ChristiansPart 2: English Versions3. English Bibles before the King James Version4. The King James Bible5. Between the King James Bible and the Revised Version6. The British Revised Version and the American Standard Version7. Early Modern Speech Versions8. The Revised Standard Version9. The Jerusalem Bible10. The New American Bible11. The New English Bible12. The New International Version13. Jewish Versions14. Revision after Revision15. Simplified "Easy-to-Read" Versions16. Paraphrases of the English Bible Subject Index Scripture Index

SynopsisThe Bible has been translated more than any other piece of literature and is currently available in over two thousand languages, with several languages having numerous versions. Outlined here is the development of biblical translation, including a careful analysis of more than fifty versions of the Bible. One of the most respected living biblical scholars, Bruce Metzger begins this engaging survey with the earliest translations of the Old and New Testaments before proceeding to English versions dating from the eleventh century to the present. Metzger explores the circumstances under which each translation was produced and offers insight into its underlying objectives, characteristics, and strengths. Having served on a number of modern translation committees, his insights into the evolution of Bible translation flow not only from careful research, but also from personal experience. Students, pastors, and interested readers will discover the history of the written Word and gain useful insight into which modern translations best serve their own needs., Traces the history of Bible translation from the ancient versions to today's popular versions, offering evaluative comments along the way.

LC Classification NumberBS450.M46 2001