Which version or versions of the Bible are best to read?
Which version or versions of the Bible are best to read?
The answer depends on many factors. There is no single translation that I would recommend for everyone. According to your profile, you're a young person who is a seeker.Which version or versions of the Bible are best to read?
Any honest translation ought to give the reader the gist of the message .
I find the best version is the one you read and understand.
I suggest the Christian Standard Bible.
The best version of the Bible is the one that is read.
Yes, if it is the translation you have access to. The important thing is to read the New Testament.Is the New International Version a good version to read?
[The earliest manuscripts and many other ancient witnesses do not have John 7:53—8:11. A few manuscripts include these verses, wholly or in part, after John 7:36, John 21:25, Luke 21:38 or Luke 24:53.]
7 For there are three that testify: 8 the[a] Spirit, the water and the blood; and the three are in agreement.
1 John 5:8 Late manuscripts of the Vulgate testify in heaven: the Father, the Word and the Holy Spirit, and these three are one. 8 And there are three that testify on earth: the (not found in any Greek manuscript before the fourteenth century)
Tough question. I really like the Amplified. Mostly I use Bible Hub and compare a lot of different versions. Sometimes I look at the Greek words. If I had to have just one Bible, it would be the Amplified. I also use New American Standard. It does not read well, which is why I compare others.Which version or versions of the Bible are best to read?
You might want to explain what you mean by that to @leefromcanada brother, because if there is an NIV out there that includes the Apocryphal books, it would, no doubt, be the list of such books that are sanctioned by the RCC, not the EOC, which means that books would STILL be missing, yesThe NIV is the easiest for someone new to read but it doesn't have all the books in it.
...and the Old Testament...Yes, if it is the translation you have access to. The important thing is to read the New Testament.
I suggest reading about the origins of the bible first - who wrote it, their credentials, how it has changed and when it was written.Which version or versions of the Bible are best to read?
The answer depends on many factors. There is no single translation that I would recommend for everyone. According to your profile, you're a young person who is a seeker.
Actually my KJV is quite worn thanks
My 1st and most important recommendation is that you start by reading the NT. Perhaps you Can start with Luke's Gospel, but any of the 4 Gospels would be fine.
My 2nd recommendation is to use a modern English translation that is accurate at the same time. I suggest the Christian Standard Bible. A 2nd choice would be the Common English Bible (in case you don't find the 1st in a bookstore near you). If you're reading online, you can read both side by side and let me know which one you prefer.
I'm sorry to say, ignore those who recommend KJV, NKJV, and NASB. These translations are quite wooden and will likely stay on the shelf or the coffee table.
I completely agree. But if it is the only translation available to him, it's better than no Bible. I'm keeping in mind that he's a seeker not a Christian and hope that he reads the NT.I would stay away from this one as well...it like to forfeit important words ..