WEB (World English Bible)

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It seems OK, but to me I think I would prefer to stick to more mainstream translations like NRSV and ESV, or KJV for a different manuscript family.
 
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IMO the WEB is an ok translation. It is an update of the ASV and is public domain so it is legal to quote it en mass in other works.
 
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Yeah, I've only scanned through it myself. I did a comparing of John 1 with WEB, ESVUK, NKJV and NRSVA. It seems fine, though it stands out a little in that it doesn't repeat "he", but uses "the same"
John 1 WEB;ESVUK;NKJV;NRSVA - In the beginning was the Word, and the - Bible Gateway

While I prefer ESVUK, I'm a little interested in the WEB translation is as it's copyright-free. Thanks, @Dave-W for explaining that it's an update of the ASV - that gets a little easier to compare.
 
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Yeah, I've only scanned through it myself. I did a comparing of John 1 with WEB, ESVUK, NKJV and NRSVA. It seems fine, though it stands out a little in that it doesn't repeat "he", but uses "the same"
John 1 WEB;ESVUK;NKJV;NRSVA - In the beginning was the Word, and the - Bible Gateway

While I prefer ESVUK, I'm a little interested in the WEB translation is as it's copyright-free. Thanks, @Dave-W for explaining that it's an update of the ASV - that gets a little easier to compare.

Only pointing out that the KJV has "the same" as a translation of autos in John 1:2, so it's not unprecedented in English translations, and it is somewhat more faithful to the Greek meaning of autos. But could, depending on use, appear clunky in English.

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I looked at that and I still think I like the ESVUK better.
Let's check your favorite verses:
1Pe 1:5
WEB: you, who by the power of God are guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.

ESV: you, who by God's power are being guarded through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.

NKJV: you, who are kept by the power of God through faith for salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.

NRSV: you, who are being protected by the power of God through faith for a salvation ready to be revealed in the last time.

EHV: Through faith you are being protected by God’s power for the salvation that is ready to be revealed at the end of time.

Mt 5:16
WEB: Even so, let your light shine before men; that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.

ESV: In the same way, let your light shine before others, so they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.

NKJV: Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

NRSV: In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

EHV: In the same way let your light shine in people’s presence, so that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven.

ESV is a good translation, not very different from NRSV, which it is a revision of. I like EHV. Either way, I read at least 2 translations side by side.
 
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What do you think of the AKJV? I like the reverence and dignity it shows in religious language.
I'm not familiar with it.

There are quite a few updates for the KJV. NKJV, MKJV, Jubilee 2000, KJV 2000, and apparently AKJV are among them. Did you find it online?

There are also updates that do not directly make that claim but are very close to KJV / NKJV. Examples are WEB, MEV, and even ESV (which is a combination of NKJV & NRSV).

MEV is extremely close to NKJV. It is sold in Christian bookstores and is a good update. It is available on Bible Gateway.
 
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I'm not familiar with it.

I believe it is just another term for the "Authorized King James Version", the standard KJV/KJB. Correctr me though if I am wrong @Brigid63 . I like it and keep it in my weekly Bible reading set along with the ESV and NRSV. There is no doubt the language is lovely, but sometimes I have a hard time actually getting into the content compared to ESV or NRSV. I mix in the Artscroll tanak for another perspective on the OT as well.
 
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I believe it is just another term for the "Authorized King James Version", the standard KJV/KJB. Correctr me though if I am wrong @Brigid63 .
I assumed the comment was about the American KJV, which was placed into the public domain on November 8, 1999.

sometimes I have a hard time actually getting into the content compared to ESV or NRSV. I mix in the Artscroll tanak for another perspective on the OT as well.
What is your experience with the Artscroll Tanach?
 
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I assumed the comment was about the American KJV, which was placed into the public domain on November 8, 1999.
Ah, my mistake - I am not familiar with that version.
What is your experience with the Artscroll Tanach?
I like it a lot, Artscroll does a good job and the commentary by Rashi is nice. I find it adds good insight to the Jewish perspective for me. I come more recently from being involved in Messianic Judaism, so it is natural to look at that perspective too.
 
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I like it a lot, Artscroll does a good job and the commentary by Rashi is nice. I find it adds good insight to the Jewish perspective for me. I come more recently from being involved in Messianic Judaism, so it is natural to look at that perspective too.
It's probably not online. I like Jewish perspective, especially Messianic Jews. I regularly read the Messianic CJB and TLV online side-by-side with other translations.
 
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I believe it is just another term for the "Authorized King James Version", the standard KJV/KJB. Correctr me though if I am wrong @Brigid63 . I like it and keep it in my weekly Bible reading set along with the ESV and NRSV. There is no doubt the language is lovely, but sometimes I have a hard time actually getting into the content compared to ESV or NRSV. I mix in the Artscroll tanak for another perspective on the OT as well.

It is the "Authorized King James Version". I like to read some in it, then compare it to my ESV in those chapters/verses. That way I feel like I'm less likely to leave something misunderstood, while also enjoying the traditional language.
 
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It's probably not online. I like Jewish perspective, especially Messianic Jews. I regularly read the Messianic CJB and TLV online side-by-side with other translations.

Not Arscroll exactly, but Chabad has the Tanach online with Rashi's commentary, so very close:
The Complete Tanakh (Tanach) - Hebrew Bible - The Jewish Bible with a Modern English Translation and Rashi's Commentary

I like the CJB, it is a good translation too. The Messianic Synagogue I have been to uses the CKB and TLV more or less interchangeably. I prefer the CJB between the two personally.
 
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Not Arscroll exactly, but Chabad has the Tanach online with Rashi's commentary, so very close: The Complete Tanakh (Tanach) - Hebrew Bible - The Jewish Bible with a Modern English Translation and Rashi's Commentary
Brilliant. I bookmarked the site. Thank you very much.

I like the CJB, it is a good translation too. The Messianic Synagogue I have been to uses the CKB and TLV more or less interchangeably. I prefer the CJB between the two personally.
I love David Stern's CJB. His theology and choice of English expressions are impeccable. I think other / newer translations incorporate some of his word choices.
 
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The AKJV is the American King James Version
AKJV - American King James Version

As far as I know, this is only available online and it has never been printed.

The Authorized Version is the original King James Bible (AV not = AKJV).
 
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