I know what I was taught in school and then I know what I have read and learned since then. This sure seems to be a topic that is verbotem. Since we have been lied to about EVERYTHING, I highly doubt we were taught the truth. Why? Power, control, hiding knowledge????? Anyway the Bible is pretty clear about so many things and God usually is pretty good about revealing truth and I believe what the Bible states is literally true.
You don’t understand ancient textual transmission. The NT we hold in our hands today is 99.9% accurate to the original autographs. Hands down THE most authenticated book of ancient antiquity. Over 5.686 Greek manuscripts alone with some dating within 15 yrs of the events recorded. There is no other 1st century history that comes close. Plato. Aristotle. Homers Iliad. Tacitus. Caesar’s wars. None hold a candle to the NT documents when it comes to establishing authenticity. The NT is THE most preserved writing from all of ancient antiquity.
Yes, the RECEIVED TEXT is the most reliable original and I use the King James Version. Ecumenism and multiple poor/incorrect translations are meant to lead people astray. But I have to disagree with you...the Bible is the Word of God and is so much more than I could ever hope it to be. It is exactly what it seems to be...the Revelation of God given to man and it is just as alive as you or I. From Genesis to Revelation it is one of the most meaningful, fascinating writings that have ever existed recounting creation and God's dealings with mankind. My God is 100% trustworthy and the Word of God is 100% trustworthy. The beautiful thing is that God allows us to choose what we believe and how we make choices based on that belief so I am okay that we don't agree. Fortunately we can each choose whatever truth we believe. Jesus said "I am the WAY, the TRUTH, and the LIFE and I am good with that!
Just an FYI, if it isn't the original Hebrew, Greek, and Latin, it is a translation. There are lots of translations. My dad had a study Bible that had 8 translations in it. 4 per page, so 8 versions of the same verses anywhere you opened the book. It was a thick book.
For all my years of study, KJV is generally considered one of the most distorted versions there is. Originally commissioned by....King James. He heavily influenced, or tried to, the translators to have them emphasize obedience to those in power, paying taxes, respecting rulers and generally being content with your roll in life. This is not to say it was blatant changes to scripture, but it was mildly influenced with certain word changes.
Again, this is why you should read multiple translations if you don't intend to learn greek/hebrew/Latin.
Also, keep in mind, if you don't put what is said into historical context, you are not getting the proper understanding of the scriptures. Words, phrases, meanings changed over time, obviously, and the Holy Bible was written by the Jews of real Isreal, and from their point of view. Many inferences are missed if you don't take that into account.
I grew up on KJV then changed to NIV when it came out and somewhat NASB but within the last 10 years have gone back to KJV. I had the privilege to attend Bible College for a year and had some wonderful (hermeneutics especially) teachers, so while I don't intend to study any of the original languages, I do have some good study aids and know how to use them.
My problem with some of the modern translations is the ecumenism that allows false doctrine to come in by compromising the translation and in so many versions there has been great subversion of the meaning of the original text by compromising that meaning through text that is included to satisfy an agenda (ie.have all faiths agree or 5th grade reading level or for "catholics").
I don't remember the name of the book but I was amazed at the latitude that has been taken and how a mistranslated word, phrase or punctuation could so alter the meaning of the original text. There are several good books on this subject but we have to face the fact that since satan couldn't destroy the Word of God by killing Christians, the next best thing is to distort it. But anyway, I believe there is value in studying different translations, but I also know there must be care taken to understand why there are SO many translations and what the motive is behind each one. Studying church history has given me a greater understanding of the journey the Bible has taken to get where it is today and some of the pitfalls of various translations. Anyway, the KJV is my standard.
Yeah so to lie to us and convince us the earth a globe the deceivers gave a description of the world that science contradicts? Makes zero sense. If theybwanted to lie it would say the earth is a globe and support sciences bullshit. Keep trying.
I know what I was taught in school and then I know what I have read and learned since then. This sure seems to be a topic that is verbotem. Since we have been lied to about EVERYTHING, I highly doubt we were taught the truth. Why? Power, control, hiding knowledge????? Anyway the Bible is pretty clear about so many things and God usually is pretty good about revealing truth and I believe what the Bible states is literally true.
The Bible is full of mistranslations.. you need to get a old Hebrew Bible and some dictionaries...the Bible is not what it seems...
You don’t understand ancient textual transmission. The NT we hold in our hands today is 99.9% accurate to the original autographs. Hands down THE most authenticated book of ancient antiquity. Over 5.686 Greek manuscripts alone with some dating within 15 yrs of the events recorded. There is no other 1st century history that comes close. Plato. Aristotle. Homers Iliad. Tacitus. Caesar’s wars. None hold a candle to the NT documents when it comes to establishing authenticity. The NT is THE most preserved writing from all of ancient antiquity.
Next question.
sure pal.
Don't blame mistranslations because ive check all the areas of God Word that were thought that and they are accurately done.
You might find this useful....
Olam....in the Bible as eternity...not so...it's an indefinite period of time.
Elohim..not god.
.not lord.or eternal replace with yahweh
God most high is elyon...the leader of elohim
angel angels replace with malach or malachim
Spirit of God replace with Ruach of the elohim
Glory of God replace with kavod of th elohim or kavod of yahweh.
Whenever almighty is found replace with el shadday All these are aliens ..words denote their job title
This small glossary taken from th naked Bible...by Mauro biglino official channel youtube English subtitles
Translator for the Vatican publishers until h found out too much....
Yes, the RECEIVED TEXT is the most reliable original and I use the King James Version. Ecumenism and multiple poor/incorrect translations are meant to lead people astray. But I have to disagree with you...the Bible is the Word of God and is so much more than I could ever hope it to be. It is exactly what it seems to be...the Revelation of God given to man and it is just as alive as you or I. From Genesis to Revelation it is one of the most meaningful, fascinating writings that have ever existed recounting creation and God's dealings with mankind. My God is 100% trustworthy and the Word of God is 100% trustworthy. The beautiful thing is that God allows us to choose what we believe and how we make choices based on that belief so I am okay that we don't agree. Fortunately we can each choose whatever truth we believe. Jesus said "I am the WAY, the TRUTH, and the LIFE and I am good with that!
Just an FYI, if it isn't the original Hebrew, Greek, and Latin, it is a translation. There are lots of translations. My dad had a study Bible that had 8 translations in it. 4 per page, so 8 versions of the same verses anywhere you opened the book. It was a thick book.
For all my years of study, KJV is generally considered one of the most distorted versions there is. Originally commissioned by....King James. He heavily influenced, or tried to, the translators to have them emphasize obedience to those in power, paying taxes, respecting rulers and generally being content with your roll in life. This is not to say it was blatant changes to scripture, but it was mildly influenced with certain word changes.
Again, this is why you should read multiple translations if you don't intend to learn greek/hebrew/Latin.
Also, keep in mind, if you don't put what is said into historical context, you are not getting the proper understanding of the scriptures. Words, phrases, meanings changed over time, obviously, and the Holy Bible was written by the Jews of real Isreal, and from their point of view. Many inferences are missed if you don't take that into account.
I grew up on KJV then changed to NIV when it came out and somewhat NASB but within the last 10 years have gone back to KJV. I had the privilege to attend Bible College for a year and had some wonderful (hermeneutics especially) teachers, so while I don't intend to study any of the original languages, I do have some good study aids and know how to use them.
My problem with some of the modern translations is the ecumenism that allows false doctrine to come in by compromising the translation and in so many versions there has been great subversion of the meaning of the original text by compromising that meaning through text that is included to satisfy an agenda (ie.have all faiths agree or 5th grade reading level or for "catholics").
I don't remember the name of the book but I was amazed at the latitude that has been taken and how a mistranslated word, phrase or punctuation could so alter the meaning of the original text. There are several good books on this subject but we have to face the fact that since satan couldn't destroy the Word of God by killing Christians, the next best thing is to distort it. But anyway, I believe there is value in studying different translations, but I also know there must be care taken to understand why there are SO many translations and what the motive is behind each one. Studying church history has given me a greater understanding of the journey the Bible has taken to get where it is today and some of the pitfalls of various translations. Anyway, the KJV is my standard.
Yeah so to lie to us and convince us the earth a globe the deceivers gave a description of the world that science contradicts? Makes zero sense. If theybwanted to lie it would say the earth is a globe and support sciences bullshit. Keep trying.