Each English Bible student has his or her's own favorite English translation.
Amongst the essays below are quality items which enhance one's understanding
of the strengths and weaknesses of various translations. Subjects such as
paraphrases, literalness, and various biases are
discussed.
ENJOY!
For in depth reviews of–about–170 English Bibles: from 1885
- 2001
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That Wonderful King James Version, Today SIZE: ~ 125,000 bytes - - - 15 pages PDF author: Mr. Gary S. Dykes Yes, another essay on this great version. I highly recommend the KJV, but its weaknesses need addressing. NOT. YOUR./ USUAL .KJV. ESSAY!!
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SIZE: ~ 74 Kb - - - 13 pages PDF author: Mr. Gary S. Dykes An independent view of the making of Bibles in America, with a focus upon the translation techniques and the translators themselves! |
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Gender Related Issues in the Greek New Testament SIZE: ~ 2 MB - - - 22 pages PDF author: Mr. Gary S. Dykes Gender related translation issues have fueled the production of new English translations. In this new translation frenzy, this essay provides some sane advice and a few practical suggestions. A must read.
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TITLE: An Inspired English Bible? SIZE: 2MB. - - - 9 pages PDF author: Mr. Gary S. Dykes Is not God able to provide the English speaking world with a perfect, Inspired English Bible? Is He not capable? Has He already? Why read, learn or study Greek or Hebrew? A short penetrating essay addressing these common questions. inerrant inerrancy inspiration Peter Ruckman PDF title: Inspired English Bible.pdf Danish KJV
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The Perils of Being A Society, Adrift SIZE: 543,070 bytes - - - 18 pages PDF author: Mr. Gary S. Dykes (2013) When the flood of new English Bible translations began appearing America, (in the early 20th century) this paper posits that America experienced many changes, CONNECTED to the demolition of the "standard" Bible. It was a sign of instability. America began to lose its integrity. Penetrating. PDF file name: adrift.pdf Alexander Campbell, Churches of Christ Disciples of Christ sequester budget |
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