Stephen johnston narrates the bridge text where there are no characters. About bibles international catch the vision for a conservative bible translation in every language, a bible in every hand. Niv bible translators biblica the international bible society. Some translations, such as the king james version kjv, include verses not found in other translations, such as the new revised standard version nrsv. This involved assigning each book of the bible to a translation team consisting. The new international version of the bible and issues of. Niv electronic bible audio player, new international version. Bibles international the bible society of baptist midmissions. Mar 29, 2019 the new international version niv was birthed in 1965 when a multidenominational, international group of scholars gathered at palos heights, illinois, and came to an agreement that a new translation of the bible in contemporary english language was greatly needed. The arrival of the international standard version has solved a longstanding problem for me. Some of the best translations of the bible that i know of are.
Hi catholic means universal i think you mean roman catholic. Developed by biblica, formerly the international bible society, the new international version is the result of years of work by the committee on bible translation, overseeing the efforts of many contributing scholars. The new international version niv is an english translation of the christian bible and is the most popular of the modern translations of the bible made in the twentieth century. Decades after the vision was cast, the new international version niv has become one of the most widely read bible translations in contemporary english. The net bible is a completely new translation of the bible. The new international version is a completely new translation of the holy bible made by over a hundred scholars working directly from the best available hebrew, aramaic and greek texts. Bible versions in 1967, the new york bible society now biblica generously undertook the financial sponsorship of creating a contemporary english translation of the bible. Youre invited to join a movement of global proportions so that all people will have the opportunity to. Their efforts, which began in 1965, continue to this day, ensuring an accurate, faithful bible translation. I am a busy person, and it was a labour love in the scriptures. In fact, the new world translation which the jehovahs witnesses use has its origin in the exact same greek of westcott and hort as does the new international version.
Our work as translators is motivated by our conviction that the bible is gods word in written form. Behind the niv bible stands a worldclass team of biblical scholars. The new international version is the worlds most popular modern english bible translation. Oct 25, 2017 both the new international version and the new living translation of the bible are popular modern englishlanguage translations of bible. Referred to daily by millions of pastors, students, church leaders, and other bible readers around the world, the renowned zondervan niv study bible notes are the crown jewel of the worlds bestselling study bible. The new international version niv was birthed in 1965 when a multidenominational, international group of scholars gathered at palos heights, illinois, and came to an agreement that a. This updated niv builds on both the original niv and the tniv and represents the latest effort of the committee on bible translation cbt to articulate gods unchanging. In the preface of the new international version of the bible you will read how over 100 scholars joined forces to bring us this new version. After all, arent all of these translations put together by the most educated of this world. The translation of each book was assigned to translation teams, each made up of two lead translators, two translation consultants, and a stylistic consultant where. And if that doesnt make it a good book, then i dont know what does. Bible league internationals easytoread version erv bible translations are written in everyday language, making gods word accessible at a basic reading level.
The new international readers version nirv is a simplification of the new international version niv, one of todays most popular translation. The new international version niv is an english translation of the bible first published in 1978 by biblica the niv was. Thats because the niv delivers the very best combination of accuracy and readability. Even the new king james bible is rooted in the work of westcott and hort, sharing all of the same perversions as are found in the niv. Leslie carlson, southwestern baptist theological seminary.
About the niv bible translation new international version. Niv translators and editors bible research by michael. New international version bibles niv journaling bibles. After all, arent all of these translations put together by the most educated of. To help readers navigate the changes that have been made to the niv text, the committee on bible. Both the new international version and the new living translation of the bible are popular modern englishlanguage translations of bible. Search and read bible verses using the popular new international version niv translation. Wycliffe bible translators christian mission organizations. Some translations, such as the king james version kjv, include verses not found in other translations. Notes from the committee on bible translation what is the new international version. The niv was introduced to the world in the late 50s by zondervan publishers.
We understand that it was the original autographs or writings of the apostles and prophets which were inspired 2 tim. Since then, numerous english translations have sprung up, almost all of which have used a different textual basis from the one found in the kjv. Bible versions in 1967, the new york bible society now biblica generously undertook the financial sponsorship of creating a contemporary english translation of the. Theyre different primarily because each bible had its own set of translators and even the best translators. To help readers navigate the changes that have been made to the niv text, the committee on bible translation have created a document that explains the guiding principles behind the update. It was completed by more than 25 scholars experts in the original biblical languages who worked directly from the best. The niv bible is the worlds bestselling modern english bible translation. It retains much of the traditional interpretation and sentence structure of the kjv. Is todays new international version or the tniv a good bible. The easy words and short sentences of the nirv make it ideal for the beginning readers.
The cost was underwritten by the international bible society. A bestselling translation, cokesbury carries a selection of editions for study, reference, gifts, or devotional in a variety of formats for adults, youth and teens, and children such as the niv adventure bible. Niv bible translators biblica the international bible. My preaching bible was wonderful, but not a completely reliable translation. Waltke joined the cbt in 1977 and began as a translator of niv in 1974. What is the difference between the new international version. Granted, i still prefer to read gods word in the original tongues, not in a modern translation. A perfect definition of the new international version niv. The new testament was published in 1961 and the old testament with the apocrypha was published on 16 march 1970. Cbt members bring decades of bible translation experience to their work, along with an unshakeable commitment to gods word. Bibles international the bible society of baptist mid. In 1989, it was significantly revised and republished as the revised english bible. Today there are hundreds of bible versions available each claiming to be an accurate rendering of gods holy word.
The man appointed to be the chairman of the old testament committee of the niv committee on bible translation, dr. New international version preface 1983 bible research by. The new living translation is based on the most recent scholarship in the theory of translation. Referred to daily by millions of pastors, students, church leaders, and other bible readers around the world, the renowned zondervan niv study bible notes are the crown jewel of the worlds bestselling. Using modern english, the translators of the nlt focused on producing clarity in the meaning of the text rather than creating a literal, wordforword equivalence. He helped supervise archeological excavations at gezer, israel, and has contributed to two major english translations of the bible. Theyre different primarily because each bible had its. Ministry opportunities bibles international is looking for men and women who are willing to go to the ends of the earth to help translate the word of god. New international version niv download the free bible. Home of bibles international the bible society of baptist midmissions. It maintains its place in the hearts and minds of those who. The first major english translation of the bible to appear since the king james 1611 was the revised version of 1881. We are raising funds for translating 44 translations in 17 countries.
When the original bible documents first emerged, they captured exactly what god wanted to say in the language. The new international version is a popular bible translation among christians today. The new international version, says stephen paine, retired. And the same scenario is probably true for the many other new versions. My study bible was reliable, but not very readable, even out loud. Is the new international version of the bible catholic. The new translation which was to become the new international version of the bible was begun in 1968, after discussions which had started as far back as 1956 about the necessity for and feasibility of another translation. The goal of the new international version niv is to enable englishspeaking people from around the world to read and hear gods eternal word in their own language. It is clear the nkjv made thomas nelson publishers a lot of money. The niv bible was produced by more than one hundred scholars working from the best available hebrew, aramaic, and greek texts. Youre invited to join a movement of global proportions so that all people will have the opportunity to discover jesus and be transformed through scripture they understand. In 1967, the new york bible society now biblica generously undertook the financial sponsorship of creating a contemporary english translation of the bible. The niv is the most popular translation today because it remains faithful to the original scriptures while being easy for people to understand. Niv bible new international version the niv bible translation.
The international standard version bible isv the official. Some of the best translations of the bible that i know of are the new king james version, the english standard version esv, the nasb north american standard bible, but now the tniv or todays new international version is out. Bible versions and translations online bible study tools. Is todays new international version or the tniv a good. The niv was published to meet the need for a modern translation done by bible scholars using the earliest, highest quality manuscripts available. The new international version follows in the same tradition as the king james version, although it is tailormade for the way english is spoken around the world today. The easy words and short sentences of the nirv make it ideal.
Meet the translators niv bible new international version. I am unsure because at home i have a much older bible uses old english and i compared it to the niv bible my mum brought me. Carlson died in 1967 and was replaced by larry walker. It was completed by more than 25 scholars experts in the original biblical languages who worked directly from the best currently available hebrew, aramaic, and greek texts. How it came to be, chapter 10 in the challenge of bible translation grand rapids.
The new international translation niv is straight out of the pits of hell. The new international version niv is a completely original translation of the bible developed by more than one hundred scholars working from the best available hebrew, aramaic, and greek texts. Written at a thirdgrade reading level, the nirv is a natural steppingstone to the niv. Take notes online, highlight verses and save notes.
Niv translators are ok with worshipping satan, but not jesus. I was viewing your site on the net, and the question came as to why you would use a translation which has been tampered with and seems to be corrupt, leaving out complete verses and part of verses. The new translation which was to become the new international version of the bible was begun in 1968, after discussions which had started as far back as 1956 about the necessity for and feasibility of. The new international version niv is a completely original translation of the bible developed by more than one hundred scholars working from the best available hebrew, aramaic, and. The electronic bible comes loaded with the complete dramatized niv bible. For years i have had two bibles, one for study and one for public use, such as speaking. The new international version is the most readable english translation ever produced. The new international version niv was conceived in 1965 when, after several years of study by committees from the christian reformed church and the national association of. Work was done from the start on both the old and new testaments.
Biblica is the worldwide publisher and translation sponsor of the new international version one of the most widely read contemporary english versions of the bible. T here are many different translations of the bible out there, so what about the todays new international version or the tniv best translations. The nkj is a modern language update of the original king james version. The new international version niv is an english translation of the bible first published in 1978 by biblica formerly the international bible society. The new english bible neb is an english translation of the bible. At biblica, we believe that with god, all things are possible.
The inspiring story of how the niv bible became a reality biblica. This difference is especially seen in the new testament. The project was further endorsed a year later when a vast number of church. Read a brief explanation of the history and purpose of the. What are english translations of the bible based on. These over20,000 notes are the handiwork of the same translation team that produced this bible s text, the new international version. Nelson initiates the creation of a new bible translationthe new king james version. Every word choice, every update, every decision made in the new international version is subject to a rigorous translation process, designed to protect the niv. Perceptive readers who compare english translations of the bible may notice something strange.
The niv is still the bestselling english translation of the bible. I was viewing your site on the net, and the question came as to why you would use a translation which has been. W ith so many different bible translations, the obvious question we should ask first is why. The goal of any bible translation is to convey the meaning of the ancient hebrew and greek texts as accurately as possible to the modern reader. Is safe to read the niv new international version bible. New king james version bible both old testament and new testament multiple voice dramatization, word for word narration. Stek lists the original members on page 245, and in following pages describes changes of the membership. Clowney resigned in 1968 and was replaced by robert preus. New international version bible 2011 updated 2nd edition number of translators. New international version niv download the free bible app.
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