Nelson initiates the creation of a new bible translationthe new king james version. The differences between the nkjv and kjv bible translations. Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the word of god in order to refocus ones mind and heart upon christ and his gospel of peace, we provide several reading plans designed to cover the entire bible in a year. Acts 1 niv bible in my former book, theophilus, i wrote. After comparing various translations esv, nasb, kjv, nkjv, and hcsb and all of your help thanks ive decided that i would like for my new study bible to be either the nkjv or nasb translation. Will the author ever mention a specific passage in which the nkjv translators made a better choice than did the kjv translators.
Clicking on a chapter will show you the text of that chapter of acts in the bible king james version. That isnt a promise to change nothing, but it might have been a good idea to side with the kjv when possible. Commentary on the book of acts bible study lessons. The book of acts provides a bridge for the writings of the nt. However, the more we truly understand the differences, the more we can unite in in terms of faith. What is the main difference between nkjv and nlt bible. It was substantially revised in 1572, and this revised edition was to be. What is wrong with the new king james version nkjv. Lewis asked to see a comparison of the thomas nelson full color nkjv study bible and the holman full color study bible nkjv edition.
Conversely, the nkjv is a word for word translation as opposed to a thought for thought translation like the niv. If youre like most christians you might think that the esv and the kjv bible translations basically say the same thing. American versions of the kjv are different, and not authorized to be read in the cofe. The answer is simplefaithfaith based upon what the bible teaches about itself. And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, god shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book. It is considered unlikely that these words were in the original text of the gospel. A number of kjvonly advocates will condemn the nkjv for its rendering the passover at acts 12. Most of the verses looked at in the book were not discussed on these pages. It is clear the nkjv made thomas nelson publishers a lot of money. The nlt prior to 2007 was a strict paraphrase and thus not trustworthy. New king james version comparison chart showing how the nkjvs text deviates from the kjvs preserved text. Those who follow the king james version or the new king james version do so with great vigor and dedication.
The major difference between the kjv and the nkjv, is that the king james version 16111769 the authorized version, so called was written by the bishops of the church of england specifically to support the ecclesiology and doctrine of that church. God has fulfilled his promise through the textus receptus and the king james version. It was substantially revised in 1572, and this revised edition was to be prescribed as the base text for the. We will now give some special attention to one of the deadliest translations on the marketthe new king james version, first published in 1979. And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, god shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city. That being said, the greek new testament manuscripts used by the kjv and nkjv are the same or very close to it. The context shows that the rendering the passover is better, and more consistent and accurate than the less clear rendering easter. Acts 4 new king james version nkjv peter and john arrested 4 now as they spoke to the people, the priests, the captain of the temple, and the sadducees came upon them, 2 being greatly disturbed that they taught the people and preached in jesus the resurrection from the dead. As a second volume to lukes gospel, it joins what jesus began to do and to teach 1.
The king james version or the new king james version. He says that the new king james version changes doctrine, and i dont think it does. This is all part of my personal ministry and dedication to jesus. The bible scripture is the eternal word of god written down by inspiration.
Kjv life application study bible, personal size, tutone brown and pink imitation leather imperfectly imprinted bibles. Why do our tronly brothers reject the nkjv with such. So he said to him, your prayers and your alms have come up for a memorial before god. English standard version esv is examined against the majority text, king james version kjv by mark andrew the translation philosophy of english standard version esv claimed to be an essentially literal model that emphasizes on formal equivalence or wordforword translation at the same time taking into account of the current literary english maintaining clarity of. I will shew unto thee the judgment of the great whore that sitteth upon many waters. It is evident that the kjv translators viewed easter as a christian holiday. And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, and he was numbered with the transgressors. The problem of translating the bible or any document from one language into another is always a challenging one. If the kjv translators considered easter to be a christian holiday, it is doubtful that they used it to mean a pagan holiday at acts 12. Thats because the esv builds on the great translations of the pastincluding william tyndales new testament of 1526 and the king james version kjv of 1611. Oct 25, 2005 thou shalt keep them, o lord, thou shalt preserve them from this generation forever. Most christians are unaware that there is disagreement among some churches regarding which bible translation we should be using. It is a deadly version because its editors have succeeded in deceiving the body of christ on two main points. Jun 30, 2018 the primary differences lies in the translation methodology.
This summary of the book of acts provides information about the title, author s, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of acts. This one is the personal size version which means it is a little smaller. Additional nkjv problems discussed in new age bible versions, which bible is gods word, and the language of the king james bible, by gail riplinger, available through a. Nov 12, 2018 lewis asked to see a comparison of the thomas nelson full color nkjv study bible and the holman full color study bible nkjv edition. The new king james version unlike most modem translations is based on the correct antiochian manuscripts instead of the corrupt alexandrian manuscripts. The new testament of the new king james version shows in its footnotes those places where the major textual traditions differ from the language of the king james bible. The book of acts niv audio holy bible high quality and best speed book 44 duration. Hi josh, i for one much appreciate the marginal notes of the nkjv it is the first goto resource i have to see what and from whence the variant readings are in the other versions they are very helpful. My book differences between bible versions contains two chapters of verse evaluations between the kjv and nkjv.
What does the bible say about the unbelief of jesus christs disciples. It is a far better bible than many others in my view, as it represents the byzantine text. Nov 22, 2012 after comparing various translations esv, nasb, kjv, nkjv, and hcsb and all of your help thanks ive decided that i would like for my new study bible to be either the nkjv or nasb translation. Mar, 2020 i come to the trinitarian bible societys twopart, 38,000word examination of the new king james version, written by albert hembd, with a question. Although the author does not name himself, evidence outside the scriptures and inferences from the book itself lead to the conclusion that the author. In acts 22, note paul speaks in hebrew, but the words that become scripture are greek. For i testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, if any man shall add unto these things, god shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book. List of new testament verses not included in modern english. The nkjv was commissioned in 1975 by thomas nelson publishers. Unfortunately, the men doing the translation work view the bible as imperfect. Acts 1 nkjv prologue the former account i made, o bible. When it comes to debating the difference between the kjv and nkjv, even friendly conversations can become heated. The nkjv replaced the trustworthy kjv hebrew old testament ben chayyim masoretic text with corrupt biblia hebraica from stuttgart ben asher.
When it comes to debating the difference between the. The new king james version is different from most other modern bible versions in that its new testament is based on the received text rather than the modern critical texts. New king james version comparison chart new king james. Why do our tronly brothers reject the nkjv with such passion. Thomas nelson nkjv fullcolor study bible personal size. Acts 2 nkjv coming of the holy spirit when the bible gateway.
Acts chapter 9 kjv king james version all unrighteousness is sin. Preface, esv while the esv humbly stakes its claim along side the historic king james bible, it goes much further in its claim to fame. Onehundredandthirty respected bible scholars, church leaders, and lay christians worked for seven years with the goal of updating the vocabulary and grammar of the king james version, while preserving the classic style of the of the 1611 version. The nkjv translators said that they have not pursued a goal of innovation nkjv preface. If you compare the king james and new king james versions with the newer translations e. This is a sampling of texts from a broad spectrum of doctrines, concepts, and magnitude of importance, comparing the king james version with that of the new international version. Acts bible book with full chapters king james version. The new testament verses not included in modern english translations are verses of the new. The translations that predate the kjv 1611, like the bishops bible or coverdale bible, will likely be more similar to that than any of the modern translations. I really love a lot about both of them and am having a hard time deciding between the two. Verily, verily, i say unto you, whosoever commits sin is the servant of sin.
The book we know as the king james bible can safely be accepted as the. As far as modern versions go, we are only going to focus on the esv. I use a nkjv and i think its a great bible, but he thinks it twists scriptures so i was wondering what your opinion of this is. Hundreds of texts showing the true quality of the niv translation. Sep 01, 2017 if youre like most christians you might think that the esv and the kjv bible translations basically say the same thing. Blue letter bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on christ and the gospel of his peace and righteousness. Below are several emails from the same person commenting on articles listed at bible versions controversy, along with my replies. Ive heard this often, usually from wellmeaning people who wish to defend the king james versions pedigree as a perfect translation of the bible. The only changes made since the 1611 translation of the kjv until now have been changes of spelling or printing only. They have perceived the holy bible, new king james version, as a continuation of the labors of the earlier translators. Kjv vs nkjv when it comes to debating the difference between the kjv and nkjv, even friendly conversations can become heated. Jan 10, 2020 a number of kjv only advocates will condemn the nkjv for its rendering the passover at acts 12. Why are the newer translations of the bible missing verses. Inspirational images new testament page 11 and encouraging bible verses from the king james bible acts kjv.
In each exchange, the emailers comments are in black and enclosed in greater than and lesser than signs. The primary differences lies in the translation methodology. Those who replace the kjv with the nkjv will have been duped into accepting a bible which still bears a respected name but one which has placed readability above purity. This discussion is concluded at final thoughts on the kjv vs. Use highlighting, underlining, and take notes while you study the bible.
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