Author

Publication

2000-02-01 - Liturgical Press

Language

English

Word Count

6,000 words, Guess

Page Count

24 pages

Physical Format

Paperback

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number00021136
  • Goodreads1308028
  • LibraryThing3469110

Classifications

  • LCCBS455 .P476 2000

Description

Which Bible translation is the best to use or to buy?" "Which does the Church recommend?" In Choosing a Bible Translation, John Pilch discusses two kinds of Bible translations: word-for-word (literal or formal correspondence), and meaning-for-meaning (literary or dynamic equivalence) and comments on the merits of each for the needs of Bible readers. Pilch also emphasizes some challenges that translators of the biblical texts face such as the use of inclusive language, social systems, textual variants, and sensitivity to cultural awareness. He provides readers with a host of resources for choosing Bibles on computer software, obtaining electronic copies of translations, and for locating translations on the Internet.

First Sentence

When a person determines to read and study the Bible seriously, his or her first question usually is: "Which Bible translation is the best one to use or to buy?"

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