In 1968, biblica then the new york bible society came on board as the nivs financial sponsor, mortgaging its office space in manhattan and new jersey so that howard longs dream of a trustworthy, accessible bible translation would become reality. Discover the origins of gods people audiobook by zondervan. The inspiring story of how the niv bible became a reality biblica. Blasphemy its wicked, vile, devilish, hellish, blasphemy. Jerusalem bible jesus john john calvin john wycliffe king james version luke marcion mark martin luther matthew miles coverdale muratori canon new international version new revised standard version new testament origen papias paul peter revelation of peter revised standard version rheimsdouai rylands papyrus shepherd of hermas the great bible. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Bruce as its general editor, is a fitting successor to the new laymans commentary. Very early in the venture it was said that those who collaborate on this project must be of that mind.
In the process of developing new international version of the bible, more than one hundred scholars worked together using the best texts from greek, hebrew and aramaic language. Sep 10, 2018 the year 2019 will be the 100 th anniversary of the translation of the bible into the chinese union version cuv. Varying parts of the bible are considered to be a product of divine inspiration and a record of the relationship between god and humans by christians, jews, samaritans, and rastafari. History of the new international version of the bible. The translation had a marked influence on english literary style and was generally accepted as the standard english bible from the mid17th to the early 20th century. Niv life application study bible, third editionhardcover, red letter. Ezekiel 42 new international version niv dramatized. Niv life application study bible, third editionsoft leatherlook, brown indexed zondervan 2019 imitation leather. The bible from koine greek, ta biblia, the books is a collection of sacred texts or scriptures. For this reason he had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to god, and that he might make atonement for the sins of the people.
The vision for the english standard version bible began in the early 1990s when many evangelical leaders felt a new wordforword bible translation was needed, a translation that would be characterized by accuracy and literary excellence, in the classic style of the tyndale new testament and the king james bible. King james version kjv new international version niv new american standard bible nasb new king james version. They will strike israels ruler on the cheek with a rod. Micah 5 new international version origins are from of old. Sep 19, 2014 ezekiel 42 new international version niv dramatized audio bible. Origins of the new testament sunday school courses.
At biblica, we believe that with god, all things are possible. 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. Is there really a need for so many different english versions of the bible. Today there are hundreds of bible versions available each claiming to be an accurate rendering of gods holy word. New international version niv dramatized audio bible youtube.
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. New international version published from 19012000 church history. According to, the new international bible niv is the most popular bible version today. The most recent edition of the nasb text was published in 1995. Ezekiel 42 new international version niv dramatized audio bible. The move from the revised standard version rsv to the new international version niv will make this already accessible commentary even more so. The following powerful real audio sermons defending the king james bible are by dr. A promised ruler from bethlehem 5 amarshal your troops now, city of troops, for a siege is laid against us. The english language has changed substantially over the four centuries since the king james version of the bible was. But you, bethlehem ephrathah, though you are small among the clansor rulers of judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over israel, whose origins are from of. Sep 19, 2014 a promised ruler from bethlehem 5 amarshal your troops now, city of troops, for a siege is laid against us.
Pick up a king james version of the bible and leaf through its pages. The niv bible was produced by more than one hundred scholars working from the best available hebrew, aramaic, and greek texts. Not to be confused with new american bible or american standard version. Mar 23, 2011 good news whats the difference between various bible. It follows the principle of dynamic equivalence to. 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. The new international version published 19012000 church. The niv is the result of over 50 years of work by the committee on bible translation, who oversee the efforts of many contributing scholars.
If you are using the new international version niv of the bible, and continue to. Whats the difference between various bible versions. Notice the use of parents, which is again calling joseph jesus father. If you are using the new international version niv of the bible, and continue to do so after reading this article, then you are truly blinded by satan, or just dont care. The disadvantage of literal translations is that they are harder to read because more hebrew and greek style intrudes into the english text. Matthew mark luke john acts romans 1 corinthians 2 corinthians. The new international version niv bible read by millions was more than five. New international version history 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 evangelicals, a transdenominational and international group of scholars met at palos heights, illinois, and agreed on the need for a. The fascinatingly mysterious origins of the ainu duration. The niv is the result of over 50 years of work by the committee on bible translation, who oversee the efforts of. 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.
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. After three examples of this, coupled with a stern and authoritative voice from the kjvonlyist, many christians may concede defeat, and abandon a perfectly good version of the bible. Why every christian should criticize corrupt bible versions. In view of this situation, a new translation of the bible in contemporary english was deemed to be justified. 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. But you, bethlehem ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times. The new international version niv of the bible, produced during the 1960s and 1970s by a committee of more than one hundred scholars, has become the preeminent translation trusted by millions of christians worldwide. This new translation was called the international standard version isv. The project was further endorsed a year later when a vast number of church. Biblical literature the revised standard version britannica. The job of this body was to create a new version of the bible. The niv was published to meet the need for a modern translation done by bible scholars using the earliest, highest quality manuscripts available. The isv was researched to embody the best results of modern scholarship as to the meaning of scripture and was crafted to express this meaning in clear and.
The new international version niv is the worst of all of the bible versions, which was originally produced by the devil officially in 1984. The new american standard bible nasb is an english translation of the bible by the lockman foundation. In 1965, a crossdenominational gathering of evangelical scholars met near chicago and agreed to start work on the new international version. The new international version niv is an english translation of the bible first published in 1978 by biblica the niv was published to. Genesis 1 new international version niv the beginning 1 in the beginning god created the heavens and the earth. This audio bible study uses the new international version niv which is an accurate, readable and clear translation with the goal of delivering the same bible reading experience today that the first recipients of scripture would have had in their native languages.
The inspiring story of how the niv bible became a reality. The project was further endorsed a year later when a vast number of church leaders met in chicago in 1966. They must regard the bible as the inerrant word of god. The new international version, says stephen paine, retired president of houghton college, was based on the idea that the bible is inerrant. Which of the many bible versions is best for reading and studying the bible. Apr 29, 2019 the vision for the english standard version bible began in the early 1990s when many evangelical leaders felt a new wordforword bible translation was needed, a translation that would be characterized by accuracy and literary excellence, in the classic style of the tyndale new testament and the king james bible. About the new international version the new international version was undertaken by an independent committee in after a general consensus that there was a need for a new, contemporary english translation of the bible. Micah 5 new international version a promised ruler from bethlehem 1 marshal your troops now, city of troops, for a siege is laid against us. On the textual sources of the new international version.
On the textual sources of the new international version niv. Chinasource the origins of the chinese union version bible. Micah 5 niv bible marshal your troops now, city of troops. When the new international version was published in 1980, i was one of those who hailed it. Dec 26, 2017 listen to books of the bible audio bible new international version, niv. What does the niv, the satanic bible, and gay sex have in common. New international version niv download the free bible app. New international version preface 1983 bible research by. The new testament was first published in 1963, and the complete bible in 1971. Mar 20, 2018 the new international version, says stephen paine, retired president of houghton college, was based on the idea that the bible is inerrant. Kindly, i recently heard a baptist pastor of a large church congregation say that he doesnt criticize other versions of the bible, lest he offend newer believers and do more harm than good. About the new international version the niv is the worlds most read and trusted contemporary english bible translation. The new international version niv is the worlds bestselling modernenglish bible translationaccurate, readable, and clear, yet rich with the detail found in the original languages. It follows the principle of dynamic equivalence to ensure crystal clear understandable english.
It had its beginning in 1965 when, after several years of. The new international version, a meaningtomeaning translation, has. Take notes highlight, underline, bookmark and create margin notes download study bibles and read study notes right beside the bible text. Of equal importance was that the bible be expressed in broadly understood modern english. Considering the staying power of the cuv bible, and the remarkable growth of the chinese church over the last 40 years, it is timely to revisit the origins of the chinese bible. Winner of the gold medallion award from the evangelical christian publishers association ecpa, the new international bible commentary, with f. In the 1960s a meeting of protestant scholars and clergy, largely evangelicals, formed the committee for bible translation in order to produce a modern translation of the bible that, it was hoped, would balance the power and literary style of the original text with contemporary english. With a account you will be able to save items to read and study later.
King james version kjv, also called authorized version or king james bible, english translation of the bible published in 1611 under the auspices of king james i of england. 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. The scripture readings are read by renowned vocal performer, max mclean. New international version niv download the free bible. Reproduced here is the 1984 preface to the new international version of the bible. I must register one strong protest against one particular translation. The books of the bible audio bible new international. As seen in the verses above, peter admits that some scriptures are hard to understand. The new international version niv a history and evaluation. And the same scenario is probably true for the many other new versions.
The new international version niv is an english translation of the bible first published in 1978 by biblica formerly the international bible society. Niv reader bibles, either in onevolume or multivolume format, present the biblical text in its original form without footnotes, study notes, verses, or chapter numbers. Books of the bible audio bible new international version. New international bible commentary, based on the niv. The new international version niv bible read by millions was more than five decades in the making. In choosing which bible versions you are going to usestudy, do research, discuss with christians you respect, read the bibles for yourself, and ultimately, ask god for wisdom regarding which bible version he desires you to use. Listen to books of the bible audio bible new international version, niv. New international version niv dramatized audio bible.
Depending on how one distinguishes a different bible version from a revision of an existing bible version, there are as many as 50 different english versions of the bible. What started as one mans vision soon became a crossdenominational movement, uniting evangelicals around the dream of a trustworthy, accessible bible translation for the whole englishspeaking world. Jan 02, 2020 new international version history 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 evangelicals, a transdenominational and international group of scholars met at palos heights, illinois, and agreed on the need for a. Niv life application study bible christian book distributors. The bible appears in the form of an anthology, a compilation of texts of a variety of forms.
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