Recommended Bible Translation. NASB. The most formal equivalents (word for word), but hard to read. Suitable for serious Bible College student and scholars. The others 5: 1. KJV 2. NKJV 3. ESV 4. NIV 5. NLT
The NASB, NIV and ESV quote Jesus in a lie! In John 7:8 he tells his brothers, I am not going to the feast for my time has not yet come. Oh, oh. He is going to break the law of Moses. That eould be a sin. Oh, he waits and then goes to the feast. Liar! BLASPHEMY. . Jedus sumoly ssid, I am not going up yet to the feast. Not now, not yet. He wsits and then goes, no problem, no lie. See: Deadly translation- The "New" kjb.
I Grew up on the KJV. Currently I'm using NLT and NKJV. I like the NKJV for being poetic and easy to follow along with other translations. I use NLT for daily practical Christianity. It find that the more I read the Bible, the more I want to read it!
please stay with the KJV it is the best translated form the textus Receptus, new bibles use the Greek text is is wrong NKJV why is Jesus God's servant???????? you know it is not true Acts 3:13 The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God of our fathers, glorified His Servant Jesus, whom you delivered up and denied in the presence of Pilate, when he was determined to let Him go. Acts 3:26 To you first, God, having raised up His Servant Jesus, sent Him to bless you, in turning away every one of you from your iniquities."
I like those two translations but I use a parallel Bible with the KJV for accuracy as in Mark9:29 and Matt 17:21 for fasting. Jesus said when you fast not if you fast..
For someone who has felt drawn to rediscovering my Christian roots from when I was a kid…I have to say that it’s frustrating there’s so many versions. Disunity. In a way, I respect how there’s only one Quran.
Hearing you say this makes me feel better. I’m 50 years old and new to Christianity. I was an atheist up until a few months ago. And people online keep telling me in the comment section how you have to stick with the KJV and everything else is wrong etc. I bought 8 different translations by the way. I’m on my fourth now. But anyhow this one person told me to look at Matthew 7:21 and I will see. So I went on bible gateway and looked it up in a bunch of different versions and have no clue what they are talking about. They all say the same thing. I expected to see it be so utterly devastatingly different and it didn’t make any difference at all. People just like to cause chaos and controversy over nothing. Plus if you don’t understand Shakespeare like language then what good is it to only read the KJV. I’m very much enjoying the NKJV the most out of the four I’ve read so far. I’ve already read the KJV, NIV, ESV and the NKJV is my favourite so far.
I went through the same process , but it is very difficult to witness/ share your faith to a nonbeliever in the KJV . I use the Bible app when reading , studying the Bible for me it’s hands down ; NKJV , NLT , AMPC - always comparing with the KJV . I really don’t like the NIV has far too many verses missing/ taken out - the new paraphrasing bible’s actually scare me , it was impossible to keep things in context. If your a new believer keep your head in the Bible , stay away from TV Ministers . There are still a few that are teachers , but the vast majority are showmen, bordering con men. I listen to Chuck Swindol, Raul Ries , John Mac Arthur, David Jeremiah , Voddie Baucham and Tony Evans and Jack Hibbs as you can tell some are conservative and some are a little liberal. I learned to do this so I wouldn’t become pigeon holed into denomination theology. I am on Pinterest ; B.I.C. Just a and I talk daily to a wide variety of believers from super conservative to extreme liberal- always pointing to the scriptures as the main source, not religion
@@bobdees6428 I definitely don’t listen to tv preachers. I know who the con men are. Even people in my church who are supposed to be so devoted praise Joel Osteen and Joyce Meyer for example and I shake my head. Even I know they are full of it and I’m a beginner. But I also realize Christian’s don’t read the bible. They go to church every Sunday and just listen to what the pastor preaches and that’s it. I’d rather be informed by reading scripture myself than to depend on anybody. That’s how people get conned out of money. Nowhere in the bible does it say if you pay me $5,000 God will bless you. But I guess if you don’t read the Bible yourself you can be conned out of $5,000.
@@bobdees6428Consider adding Alan Nolan to your list of pastors/teachers, he is a solid teacher and I don’t think I’ve ever heard him ask for one dime of money. He’s one of my go-to online pastor/teachers!!
My husband and I watch almost everyday and study with you. We really enjoy your teachings. We trust you and want to thank you for what you do. God Bless you
Ha! 😀 Dear brother Tiff - love how you stopped mid-way through and chastised yourself for what you might have said - just goes to show how passionate and sincere you are about one of your favourite books. May God continue to bless you and thanks for sharing your list of five highly recommended versions of the bible.
My moms side is Baptist they use the kjv I went to Episcopal church. They use the nrsv. Today I bought a english standard version. I'm glad I did. It is a blessing to me
I was so encouraged and informed by this video. While I grew up with KJV , I have always used the NASB all my adult life and was encouraged to hear again that it is considered the most accurate translation. My Bible Lit professor insisted on its use. I became comfortable with it. To me it is readable but that may be because I could use KJV comfortably. I have considered using some of the more modern translations due to certain study bibles being available in translations other than NASB. This teaching made me more at ease with trying some of the other translations so that I could use other study bibles sold currently. I appreciate your clear and informative presentation. Thank you.
After a lifetime of Pastoral Ministry, yours is the best discussion for the “ordinary person” I have read or heard on the subject. I believe in the literal principle, but there are times when some understanding of the culture, colloquialism etc must be acknowledged. Having said that “NO-ONE” can understand the Bible as God would have it without the indwelling Holy Spirit. No degree of scholarship can substitute for that. Even reading ancient writings of other kinds entirely cannot escape the cultural issue to understand the message as intended by the human author.
Great job on explaining the (5) translations. I actually was lead to these translations by the Holy Spirit and your teaching confirmed what I have. Thanks again Great Job!👍
So glad I found ur channel today! Looking forward to hearing & learning more from you. I was trying to learn the difference in these Bibles …. Thank you So MUCH!!! Now I know what Bibles I want next…
Blessed by this information! Thank you! I’m a believer and also started with KJV and I still love it even though I read some of the ones you listed. God bless you richly and your family 😊hallelujah Jesus is my Lord
Thanks for taking time to be very honest and detailed, many christians have concerns and confusion about translations and stick what their pastor tells them but I found there is much greater blessing when we consider others translations especially the ones you just mentioned. Hopefully more Christian go in depth studying the Word of God, great job!!
Thank you for a most informative, helpful discussion of the 5 most accurately translated versions of the Holy Bible. I am pleased to say that God has blessed me with at least one of each on your list. When He comes for me, I have a number of new copies that I am praying He will direct into the hands of someone who will use them. I just recently became acquainted with your RUclips channel and enjoy your messages. God bless and keep you!
Thank you. I have been in a "KJV Only" dilemma for YEARS now and this was the conclusion I came to over the past few months. It's nice to see that sound Biblical logic prevailed in me.
@@openlybookish I decided to stick with the KJV. It's best to be conservative in Scriptural interpretation. I certainly don't begrudge those who read other translations.
- Psalms 12:6-7 is key. God is not confused and did not drop the ball (1 Corinthians 14:33). It's not about the mere translations but the underlying manuscript. Beware: Take a look in your "bible" for these 3 verses. Compare: Matthew 17:21 was removed, Romans 8:1 was chopped in half, and The blood of Jesus was removed from Colossians 1:14.
I did watch the versions avoid and can relate when at certain times they only ones currently available and didn't really like them and just felt a little off !!! I really love and appreciate this video !!!
Never heard of you but absolutely love your nonsense approach of communicating the Gospel and the importance of reading scripture. Looking forward to listening to more of your teachings on here. Thank you!
I am suprised that the current edition of the NIV made the list since the new 2011 edition combined the TNIV into the NIV text and is now a gender-neutral bible like the CEV. Outstanding video by the way.
God Bless. Thank you for sharing the message of Salvation in Jesus Christ our Lord. I read the Bible daily and generally read five translations; of which, the ones you mentioned are typical. May the Lord continue to bless you and your work.
Timestamps- 25:21 New American Standard Bible (NASB), 30:19 King James Version (KJV), 39:22 English Standard Version (ESV), 41:34 New International Version (NIV), 44:21 New Living Translation (NLT).
Tiff Shuttleworth, I am very critical of evangelists on media, but I recently found 3 of your videos, and I am glad I took a chance and listened. Thank you for taking the time to be thorough in your teachings. I have always been afraid to read other translations because I don't want to accidently read a bad translation or the Jehovahs Witness book. This video and your video about 5 Bad Translations have been a lot of help. Thank you
King James the sixth of Scotland, became King James the first of England, and called it the "United Kingdom". King James promised to spend equal time in both countries, however, that never took place; Scotland as usual took back seat. Nevertheless, he did gather the scholars who gave the World, the "King James" version of the Holy Bible. I was born and raised in Scotland; however, I am thankful to have been a United States citizen for the greater part of my life.
Thanks for the video.I used to attend a church where I was told that if you had any version other then the KJV you didn't have a Bible all you had was a book.
Years back I had emailed Ohio State, Notre Dame and Texas Christian asking what translation was the most accurate. All three answered the same way…the NRSV.
Please don't discount the use for people who have been in church all their lives to also enjoy the NLT. I've been in church since I was born, but I was finally able to read the Bible for myself (I'm dyslexic) when I purchased an NLT because it wasn't as much work for me to process. I also now own an ESV for word studies, but for general reading (until I'm able to build up my skills) I pull my beloved NLT ❤
I am very fortunate to have the King James Version/ New King James Version parallel Bible. For some reason it appears to be extremely difficult to obtain!
Ah ... *FORMAL EQUIVALENCE* ... I heard a story of some missionaries trying to translate the Bible for some Pacific Islanders. They came to the passage that said, _"Wash me and I shall be whiter than snow."_ They realized that their audience had no word for _"snow"_ as there was simply *NO SNOW* where they lived. How did they translate it? _"Wash me and I shall be whiter than _*_the inside of a coconut"!_*
An additional thought: I too find it useful to compare translations. If something strikes me I read in my NASB I use my KJV digital Strongs to compare how ideas are rendered to make certain I am understanding the truth behind what I am reading. I do have a NIV and although it is not my first choice I do find I receive new insights from verses I feel I know very well.
Thank you for presenting your arguments in concise, logical terms. I use multiple translations in my Bible studies, and believe Christians should not use just one translation. I have great respect for the NASB, KJV, NKJV and the ESV. I use the ESV as my primary Bible, however I particularly like the NKJV for Old Testament studies. I'm not a huge fan of the NLTV, however I do believe you get the true Word of God from it. I would be comfortable with anyone using any of the five versions you mention.
sorry only the KJV will be the correct bible, read the following we as Christians know that Jesus is the Son of God, can anyone deny this fact, no, Jesus is God's Son, now you call out the NKJB precise translation, sorry you are wrong then why do the NKJV and the NIV state the following that Jesus is God' servant NKJB Acts 3:13 The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God of our fathers, glorified His Servant Jesus, whom you delivered up and denied in the presence of Pilate, when he was determined to let Him go. Acts 3:26 To you first, God, having raised up His Servant Jesus, sent Him to bless you, in turning away every one of you from your iniquities." NIV Acts 3:13 The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the God of our fathers, has glorified his servant Jesus. You handed him over to be killed, and you disowned him before Pilate, though he had decided to let him go. Acts 3:26 When God raised up his servant, he sent him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways.” the following bibles are corrupt NIV, NKJV, NRS,NC, ESV, NAS, RS, LB, GNB, RV
What do you have to say about his comment? Watch 13:27 I can see what he says. I have KJV which I stop reading as a kid bc I had a hard time following. NIV which makes it earlier for my kids to read. But my church uses the ESV and I have been reading it over any other Bibles???
Tiff, excellent work and extremely informative- as is your tremendous passion to inform us. Praise God for your teachings and instruction. May God continue to watch over you and your ministry. A question remains: What equivalent standards for Spanish-speaking people? How can we know ? I need to know which Translation to give my Spanish-speaking friends.
NIV takes out some pretty significant scriptures one being jesus saying mathew 17:21 these do not come but but by fasting n praying ( talking about demons )
NIV Departure from true translation, it makes sense. Sorry I find it in error so many times, trying to tickle the ears of nations instead of firm solid truth. Avoid it.
Some translations replace the word saved in the KJV which implies OSAS and the phrase is being saved which implies a conditional salvation process. KJV can be trusted.
I will always love the KJV , and that's coming from someone who's vocabulary isn't that large lol but there's just something about the KJV I love and will always have. It's God's word.. gotta love it!!
I feel the same , but I have personally found the NLT a very good way of getting the gospel to people with poor vocabulary of people with absolutely zero understanding of Christianity or haven't come from a Christian culture.
@CODA834 call of duty guy? Lol yea me too kinda! No one said anything about unicorns, arrowsnakes, and idk what the etc,etc,etc is so I can't name those. I know you want to believe, you want it to be the real deal to you. The Holy Spirit is called wonderful for a reason, do you really think that Jesus Christ is concerned with your doubt as in Him pointing the finger at you? Naw , He wants to be real to you, that's the only way. I tried to run and run and run in my earlier yrs , I couldn't out run the creator of heaven and earth, who knew me before the foundation of the world. Even though I'm pretty much as my kids would say.. bald lol ( not too bald) but He knows the exact number of the hairs on my head. ( small number now lol) I tried to throw everything that was a great gift to me in my life away by foolish, selfish choices as a man, but I couldn't ever throw away His love for me, He allows certain things and certain things He doesn't!! I would consider myself a underachieving failure in my walk with Christ, because unless if it was some green alien came down and invaded my heart, soul, mind, Jesus Christ changed my life 20 + yrs ago, He did! I want to please Him, I love His name, His nature, when I stumble, He picks me back up for the 7,000th time, He can do it!! There's nothing He can't do, religion and being religious is yuck, I want to be real!! When I stand before my God that day, it's gonna be all His doing, all His grace for me, I've done nothing to earn anything, it's all Him and that's what I love. He died for sinners and after Paul I' was the worst.
i just found your channel, that you so much for this video, everyone tells me the only true bible in KJV, and gets upset with me because i read another version.
Sadly, About 10 years ago my son had a relationship with God. He was still working on it. Of course it wasn’t where he needed to be, but it was getting there and then he learned from reading another Bible that it was not the same. The words had totally different meaning so then he went on to buy other Bibles and read them to find out that they were all different, unfortunately this was the beginning of his walking away from his faith, at that point, there was nothing I could do or say that would change his mind he was so distraught, and to this day, he’s not found his way back to God, just kind of makes me wonder how many other people has that happened to how many other people have walked away from their face, because if they can’t believe in gods word and man has changed it all that does is open up the door of doubt and deception.
I wouldn't have said just different; different perspectives yes, but not just different. There's nothing really different between the NKJV NASB WEB TLV OJB and the ESV. These I say are the best. The older ones without the gender bias prevalent today. Eg.. the nasb 2020.
You have to remember that there are variants in all English versions and Greek versions and Hebrew versions. I find that a side by side comparison is good to open up the meaning. To just don't use one translation. Eg is the Septuagint and the Massoretic are different bc of variants, but both the Word of God. I do however don't put all my stock on those scholars and everything needs to be tested. The Mirror Message NWT and Passion are the only ones I'd stay clear from; and the NIV if not the '84 edition, but I still wouldn't class it with these.
i've read every bible you mentioned cover to cover with the exception of the NASB. i recently bought a CSB which i'm only 2 books in but i'm liking it. i was between the CSB & the NLT. for no particular reason i chose the CSB. NLT will be next.
I see that Schuyler Bible! I’ve been going to buy one. I read from NKJV for 20 years but recently started reading the NLT and love its more modern language. My friend recommended the ESV but I didn’t like it much. I thought of NASB but I have been trying to decide which I am going to get. An NASB Quentel wide margin or a NLT Quentel. Side note…did you know the rapture theology came resurfaced from the Scofield Bible. There were only a few people up to the 1800s that believed in the rapture. I tell people don’t get caught up in rapture or not. Just pursue God and be one who impacts the world around you is the main thing!
“Actions motivated in a hateful way, live in a hateful mind. Actions made in a Compassionate way, lead one to live in a live in a compassionate mind.” Christian bible Proverb 14:16, “The wise as cautious and turn away from evil. But the fool throws off restraint and is careless.” Bible Proverb 12-22: “The lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people that are trustworthy”
1) The verse 1 JOHN 5:7 of the AUTHORIZED KJV is the most SACRED and PRECIOUS verse in the HOLY BIBLE as it is absolutely referring to the EXISTENCE of the ONLY TRUE GOD/FATHER (John 17:1-3)/HOLY GHOST (Matt. 1:18)/SPIRIT (John 4:24) -- MONOTHEISM/ONE GOD DOCTRINE (Ex. 20:3, John 17:1-3). 2) Therefore, all bible translations which don't contain the exact words written in the verse 1JOHN 5:7 of the AUTHORIZED KJV are incomplete, inconsistent, unreliable, devil infiltrated, and junks.
We shouldn't have to rely only on some Bible translations but also for all the translations available so that we can compare the spiritual truth hence we can extract the exact meaning of God's words. As the Apostle Paul said: "These things we also speak, not in words which man's wisdom teaches but which the Holy Spirit teaches, comparing spiritual things with spiritual." (I Corinthians 2: 13 NKJV) By the way, nobody can do this except he is sent by God just like Apostle Paul. Nobody can explain the spiritual truths in the Bible unless he is sent because the words of God are kept secret. (Romans 10:15; 16:25) Apostle Peter attested: "But you need to realize that no one alone can understand any of the prophesies in the Scriptures. The prophets did not think this up on their own but they were guided by the Spirit of God." (II Peter 1: 20-21 CEV)
The Holman Christian Standard Bible, now rebranded as the Christian Standard Bible, is also very good. It’s published by Broadman and Holman. It’s good for study alongside any of the versions you’ve listed.
I use the NLT as my main translation but I also use the NIV, ESV, and the KJV. God can speak to you though any of the translations Tiff recommends so the best Bible is the one you actually read.
Thank you for the most informative teaching on this subject of the accuracy concerning translations of the Bible. I am going to go and purchase the translations that I don’t have. I have the KJV and the NKJV as well as the Amplified version which assists me with studying the Bible. I have always enjoyed reading the NLT as it’s so easy to read and understand however have stopped reading it because of the belief that being a modern translation was not accurate. So delighted to know that it is not the truth. Thank you so much Evangelist Tiff Shuttlesworth . God bless you and your ministry. 🙏🏻
Thankyou Tif. I began in early 1967 with the King James, and thanks to the Navigators and two years in the Army l memorized about 300 verses. Upon leaving the Army I bought the NASB, which is my steady Bible, but I continue to memorize in the King James. I also have the NIV. I really like reading my Phiillips paraphrase.
@@dantombs5697 That's actually a source issue; it's accurately translating the text it's based off. KJV actually emended the text to fix it, as noted by the italics (the Hebrew of 1 and 2 Samuel is known to be problematic). A few letters got garbled in transmission, basically. I actually proposed this conjectural emendation of 2 Sm 21.19: "And there was again a battle in Gob with the Philistines, where Elhanan the son of Jair slew Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the staff of whose spear [was] like a weaver's beam." This doesn't require much tweaking of the Hebrew and jives it readily with 1 Ch 20.5. I think an honest translation should make this emendation, and add a note explaining it.
@@fnjesusfreak Great job! I love that you search the scriptures out to find an answer. So what do you think about this. Does the inspired word of God contain these verses? Matthew 17:21 Matthew 18:11 Matthew 23:14 Mark 7:16 Mark 9:44 and 9:46 Mark 11:26 Mark 15:28 Luke 17:36 John 5:4 Acts 8:37 Acts 15:34 Acts 24:6-8 Acts 28:29 Romans 16:24
@@dantombs5697 My usual answer is nuanced, so keep this in mind. You're going to get a long explanation; I have highlighted the answer in bold. Most people tend to prefer the shorter or stranger reading as more original, while I tend to consider them likely corruptions. The result is that while my preferred Vorlage is not exactly the same as the so-called received text, it is closer to that than to other text types, including Robinson-Pierpont (I have a copy of their Greek NT, though my ability to utilize it is limited). In many cases, these verses are still present elsewhere, so removing them does not actually harm the message; however, there are a few places, like Mt 17.21, where some damage very much is done to the context. Also, John 5.4, if missing, ruins the entire context of the passage, and Acts 8.37 is a vital soteriological text. Other passages that jar me when not found in modern translations are Matthew 6.13b and 16.2-3. *My preferred text contains all of the above* and furthermore has a longer text of Acts 15.34 ("But Silas saw fit to remain; and Judas departed to Jerusalem alone.") as well as a couple verses in Jude. (Note that the KJV actually contains a marginal note that even their manuscripts did not consistently contain Luke 17.36!)
Thank you brother Tiff, I sure will get the NLT, I do have the KJ and NKJ, American Standard and NIV. Amen.. I did get rid of the JW bible and the Message bible.
I have not yet listened to your teaching but before doing so would want to know which one of the translations is the truth... absolute truth. You must understand that only absolute truth is good enough.
I think the best way to choose the right bible translation is to find out the motive and qualifications of every contributor to every translation, not the number of the scholars who contributed to the translations.
I am battling to read the NKJ Version .I read the old one and comes easier to me ,but I will try .Please pray that God will reviel His Word to me .Thank you for your diligents ho God .Amen
If i had to read only the KJV I'd never read. I read Life Application, Passion Translation and Amplified. Those versions are easy for me to read and keeps me in the word daily. Its like reading a novel. I love them. Understand so much better. The Lord always speaks to me through every word i read. My suggestion is read whatever version you enjoy and feel the spirit of God.
My preferred Bible translations are KJV, NASB, and ESV. And I feel like the earlier version of a translation is the most accurate. So, as far as the NASB translation, my preferred version is 1977. I consider earlier versions of any translation to be more accurate than recent ones. I was raised on the 1611 KJV; so I have no problem understanding early writings. And most of the Scripture I’ve memorized is from the KJV or the earliest version of any other translation.
The KJV is what I had as a kid, so I got used to that. In addition, I read a lot of old literature (esp. the Puritans, John Knox, et al) so that makes the KJV even more appealing for me, although I am not KJV only. I have also read through the RSV, ASV, NASB, ESV, and Geneva Bibles, but have never been able to get through the entire NIV because it feels like I'm reading a newspaper instead of the Bible.
What is the advantage of having 5 translations of the Holy Bible? I'm happy and blessed to have been gifted with a KJV Bible by my father when I was just a teen and started reading the NT then the whole Bible. Through it I found Jesus and have no problems with it being written in the old English language.
That's great you found Jesus in reading the KJB. There has been some improvement over a few scriptures that were missleading, Exodus 20:13 and Luke 14:26. The new translations clear those up.😊
I still prefer KJV. IT SAYS TO STUDY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HIS WORD.IF ANY LACK WISDOM, LET HIM ASK GOD TO OPEN HIS HEART AND MIND TO DECE Discern IT. RIGHTLY DEVIDING HIS HOLY WORD.
Very good study! As much as I like the King James Version, it’s not for everyone because of its archaic expressions. It’s nice to have word-for-word and thought-for-thought for different crowds. I like the NASB 77 & NASB 95 but I’m unimpressed with the NASB 2020 as it went too gender neutral. Thankfully the older NASB versions are still in print. I like the NIV 1984 edition but unfortunately it’s no longer in print. I’m unimpressed with the NIV 2011. One new translation I’m impressed with is the Legacy Standard Bible (LSB) translated by a team of translators at The Master’s Seminary. It’s taken from the NASB from the past (not including NASB 2020) but has a strong emphasis on the word Yahweh. I would put this translation at the top of the list for recommended translations.
@@TiffShuttlesworththat's because you have sold out the truth, if you ever had it in the first place,which I doubt you ever did. That modern garbage you read from is full of lies. I can prove it with the scriptures alone. Anytime anywhere you nameit I'll be there. Let me know
@@TiffShuttlesworth 1) Please state your understanding of the verse 1 JOHN 5:7 of the KJV which is rejected in other bible translations. 2) The verse 1 JOHN 5:7 of the KJV is the most SACRED and PRECIOUS VERSE that serves as a CONCRETE FOUNDATION in formulating the MONOTHEISM/ONE GOD DOCTRINE (Ex. 20:3, John 17:1-3 KJV).
Can someone truly love Jesus when they read a bible that quotes Jesus in a lie? Who is the coming lying Jesus anyway? In John 8:7 your Jesus tells his brothers, I am not going to the feast for my time has not yet come. Not going? He would be bteaking the law of Moses. A sinner. But, oh, he does wait and then go. Liar! BLASPHEMY. Jesus actually said, I am not going up yet to the feast. Not now, not yet. He waots and then goes. No problem. No lie.
@@judyswiderski2682 1) The verse you're referring to is John 7:8, not John 8:7. 2) The verse John 7:8 in my AUTHORIZED KJV reads: "John 7:8 Go ye up unto this feast: I go not up yet unto this feast; for my time is not yet full come." -- accurate translation. -- inaccurate translations that omitted the word "yet" made the LORD JESUS CHRIST/SON OF GOD a liar. 3) However, the most deciding factor in recognising the accuracy and reliability of any Bible translations is the presence of the verse 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV in any Bible translations. 4) The verse 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV is the most SACRED and PRECIOUS VERSE in the HOLY BIBLE because it is absolutely referring to the ONLY TRUE GOD/FATHER (John 17:1-3)/HOLY GHOST (Matt. 1:18)/SPIRIT (John 4:24) -- MONOTHEISM/ONE GOD DOCTRINE. 5) Unfortunately, the VERSE 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV is rejected in other bible translations which is tantamount to the rejection of the ONLY TRUE GOD/FATHER/HOLY GHOST/SPIRIT from the pages of the said bible translations. 6) Therefore, all bible translations that don't contain the exact and complete WORDS and NAMES written in the verse 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV are incomplete, inconsistent, unreliable, devil infiltrated, and junks. 7) Furthermore, any inaccurate use and interpretations of the most SACRED and PRECIOUS NAMES written in the VERSE 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV is blasphemous which could lead to the commission of the UMPARDONABLE SIN -- BLASPHEMY AGAINST THE HOLY GHOST (Matt. 12:31-32).
I thank you for your presentation and prayers. I do agree with the basis for the categorization of the Bible versions. Please in category would you place both the New Amplified and Amplified Versions (NAMP and AMP). Thank you and have a Christ Centered Day. Amen.
Dear Sir: when studying Ezekiel 36-39, I cant help but see the beginning and the end of the tribulation period, Ezekiel as an older prophet could only see the two peaks of each, like two mountains, he not being able to see the middle parts, the valley of those two mountains , seems this war of Ezekiel is not a war of its own rather the period of Jacob's trouble , to me this simplifies how I view the sections of prophecy and now makes a lot more sense, Also people are trying to say that America is Babylon but they seem to forget verse 18 in Rev. 17 where God states who that city is, in other words, Babylon Means Babylon, where it all started it will all end, The bookends of History
What are your thoughts on the NIV, the New International Version? I do not like it, as it omits wording and therefore iwmportant aspects of biblical truths in certain texts. I noticed it was not on your 10 versuons not to read.. Thank you for your teachings. You are the clearest and most easy to listen to teacher i have heard. 🙌🙏🌈
He emphasized the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible so strongly that it became obvious to everyone that it is indeed the best translation available. He highlighted its accuracy, readability, and widespread acceptance, making a compelling case for why the NIV should be the preferred choice for Bible readers.
The NIV is definitely not a good translation. Compare Isaiah chapter 14 12 through 17 discussing the fall of Satan in the NIV the way they translated it literally will deceive you to believe Christ fell from heaven. Do not be deceived
I have read that passage many times in my NIV and never came to the conclusion that Christ fell from heaven. Maybe it is our bias which makes us read it differently. I usually use bible hub to look at original greek, but of course there are some differences in original greek manuscripts because none are the actual original. So we can never be totally sure. Thankfully, it doesn't affect doctrine much. Doctrine is more affected by things other than wording of scripture. I do find the NIV a bit frustrating, especially as the new versions mean my memorised wordings are slightly out. As Jay Smith says, the Word of God is Christ, scripture points us to him.
Recommended Bible Translation.
NASB. The most formal equivalents (word for word), but hard to read. Suitable for serious Bible College student and scholars.
The others 5:
1. KJV
2. NKJV
3. ESV
4. NIV
5. NLT
I like my CSB :)
😊 I have a NASB Bible but I believe my next will be the NLT. THANKS and GOD BLESS for you and your ministry. Jerald
You will love it!@@JeraldCastello-k2g
There are the five translations he mentions at these playtimes:
29:10 NASB
30:22 KJV
37:18 NKJ
39:28 ESV
41:30 NIV
Thank you. Numbers 2 and 3 need replaced with LSB and TNIV.
@@delbert372that’s interesting as I doubt anyone involved with the lsb translation would ever recommend the tniv.
@@justinthyme2666 True, but it’s not their list, it’s mine lol
@@delbert372 fair enough
The NASB, NIV and ESV quote Jesus in a lie! In John 7:8 he tells his brothers, I am not going to the feast for my time has not yet come. Oh, oh. He is going to break the law of Moses. That eould be a sin.
Oh, he waits and then goes to the feast. Liar! BLASPHEMY.
. Jedus sumoly ssid, I am not going up yet to the feast. Not now, not yet. He wsits and then goes, no problem, no lie.
See: Deadly translation- The "New" kjb.
I Grew up on the KJV. Currently I'm using NLT and NKJV. I like the NKJV for being poetic and easy to follow along with other translations. I use NLT for daily practical Christianity. It find that the more I read the Bible, the more I want to read it!
please stay with the KJV it is the best translated form the textus Receptus, new bibles use the Greek text is is wrong
NKJV why is Jesus God's servant???????? you know it is not true
Acts 3:13 The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God of our fathers, glorified His Servant Jesus, whom you delivered up and denied in the presence of Pilate, when he was determined to let Him go.
Acts 3:26 To you first, God, having raised up His Servant Jesus, sent Him to bless you, in turning away every one of you from your iniquities."
I like those two translations but I use a parallel Bible with the KJV for accuracy as in Mark9:29 and Matt 17:21 for fasting. Jesus said when you fast not if you fast..
I’ve read from many different translations,but the one I fall on is NLT
@@bruceanable7739 I prefer a parallel Bilble with KJV and NLT. NLT is readable but KJV is more accurate. See Mark 9:29 re prayer and fasting in KJV.
For someone who has felt drawn to rediscovering my Christian roots from when I was a kid…I have to say that it’s frustrating there’s so many versions. Disunity. In a way, I respect how there’s only one Quran.
Hearing you say this makes me feel better. I’m 50 years old and new to Christianity. I was an atheist up until a few months ago. And people online keep telling me in the comment section how you have to stick with the KJV and everything else is wrong etc. I bought 8 different translations by the way. I’m on my fourth now. But anyhow this one person told me to look at Matthew 7:21 and I will see. So I went on bible gateway and looked it up in a bunch of different versions and have no clue what they are talking about. They all say the same thing. I expected to see it be so utterly devastatingly different and it didn’t make any difference at all. People just like to cause chaos and controversy over nothing. Plus if you don’t understand Shakespeare like language then what good is it to only read the KJV. I’m very much enjoying the NKJV the most out of the four I’ve read so far. I’ve already read the KJV, NIV, ESV and the NKJV is my favourite so far.
I went through the same process , but it is very difficult to witness/ share your faith to a nonbeliever in the KJV . I use the Bible app when reading , studying the Bible for me it’s hands down ; NKJV , NLT , AMPC - always comparing with the KJV . I really don’t like the NIV has far too many verses missing/ taken out - the new paraphrasing bible’s actually scare me , it was impossible to keep things in context. If your a new believer keep your head in the Bible , stay away from TV Ministers . There are still a few that are teachers , but the vast majority are showmen, bordering con men. I listen to Chuck Swindol, Raul Ries , John Mac Arthur, David Jeremiah , Voddie Baucham and Tony Evans and Jack Hibbs as you can tell some are conservative and some are a little liberal. I learned to do this so I wouldn’t become pigeon holed into denomination theology. I am on Pinterest ; B.I.C. Just a and I talk daily to a wide variety of believers from super conservative to extreme liberal- always pointing to the scriptures as the main source, not religion
@@bobdees6428 I definitely don’t listen to tv preachers. I know who the con men are. Even people in my church who are supposed to be so devoted praise Joel Osteen and Joyce Meyer for example and I shake my head. Even I know they are full of it and I’m a beginner. But I also realize Christian’s don’t read the bible. They go to church every Sunday and just listen to what the pastor preaches and that’s it. I’d rather be informed by reading scripture myself than to depend on anybody. That’s how people get conned out of money. Nowhere in the bible does it say if you pay me $5,000 God will bless you. But I guess if you don’t read the Bible yourself you can be conned out of $5,000.
It doesn't take long to grasp Olde English. It's worth it.
@@bobdees6428Consider adding Alan Nolan to your list of pastors/teachers, he is a solid teacher and I don’t think I’ve ever heard him ask for one dime of money. He’s one of my go-to online pastor/teachers!!
@@MegaSage007 actually the kjv is written in modern English. Its just an early version.
My husband and I watch almost everyday and study with you. We really enjoy your teachings. We trust you and want to thank you for what you do. God Bless you
Ha! 😀 Dear brother Tiff - love how you stopped mid-way through and chastised yourself for what you might have said - just goes to show how passionate and sincere you are about one of your favourite books. May God continue to bless you and thanks for sharing your list of five highly recommended versions of the bible.
My moms side is Baptist they use the kjv I went to Episcopal church. They use the nrsv. Today I bought a english standard version. I'm glad I did. It is a blessing to me
I was so encouraged and informed by this video. While I grew up with KJV , I have always used the NASB all my adult life and was encouraged to hear again that it is considered the most accurate translation. My Bible Lit professor insisted on its use. I became comfortable with it. To me it is readable but that may be because I could use KJV comfortably. I have considered using some of the more modern translations due to certain study bibles being available in translations other than NASB. This teaching made me more at ease with trying some of the other translations so that I could use other study bibles sold currently. I appreciate your clear and informative presentation. Thank you.
After a lifetime of Pastoral Ministry, yours is the best discussion for the “ordinary person” I have read or heard on the subject. I believe in the literal principle, but there are times when some understanding of the culture, colloquialism etc must be acknowledged. Having said that “NO-ONE” can understand the Bible as God would have it without the indwelling Holy Spirit. No degree of scholarship can substitute for that. Even reading ancient writings of other kinds entirely cannot escape the cultural issue to understand the message as intended by the human author.
Evangelist Tiff I love you and appreciate your Bible study’s. I pray for you, your family and Lost Lamb ministries ❤️
I will say this to you brother Tif, you're a trusted voice! All praise and glory to Jesus Christ our LORD!! AMEN
Great job on explaining the (5) translations. I actually was lead to these translations by the Holy Spirit and your teaching confirmed what I have. Thanks again Great Job!👍
I just love to hear you preach and teach the truth. Your are trustworthy and kind and accurate. I appreciate you so much. Blessing.
Thank you so much❣️ You are an answer to prayer regarding the Bible translations❣️✨🕊Praying for you and your ministry❣️
Thank you Sir Tiff, I am so blessed by your clear teachings that always added with your wonderful stories and useful advices. God bless you always!
So glad I found ur channel today! Looking forward to hearing & learning more from you. I was trying to learn the difference in these Bibles …. Thank you So MUCH!!!
Now I know what Bibles I want next…
Blessed by this information! Thank you! I’m a believer and also started with KJV and I still love it even though I read some of the ones you listed. God bless you richly and your family 😊hallelujah Jesus is my Lord
Stay with the King James Version please it is the only one
I click Ev. Tiff’s videos and immediately hit the thumbs up bc I already know it’s going to be good. 🔥🔥
I love my King James Bible.
Thanks for taking time to be very honest and detailed, many christians have concerns and confusion about translations and stick what their pastor tells them but I found there is much greater blessing when we consider others translations especially the ones you just mentioned. Hopefully more Christian go in depth studying the Word of God, great job!!
Thank you for a most informative, helpful discussion of the 5 most accurately translated versions of the Holy Bible. I am pleased to say that God has blessed me with at least one of each on your list. When He comes for me, I have a number of new copies that I am praying He will direct into the hands of someone who will use them. I just recently became acquainted with your RUclips channel and enjoy your messages. God bless and keep you!
God Bless you sir!! Love you and thank you for your amazing walk with our lord! You are truly someone to look up to and follow in the faith!!
Thank you. I have been in a "KJV Only" dilemma for YEARS now and this was the conclusion I came to over the past few months. It's nice to see that sound Biblical logic prevailed in me.
Amen to Adonai Elohim Elohim
I'm in this quandary still....😭
@@openlybookish I decided to stick with the KJV. It's best to be conservative in Scriptural interpretation. I certainly don't begrudge those who read other translations.
- Psalms 12:6-7 is key. God is not confused and did not drop the ball (1 Corinthians 14:33). It's not about the mere translations but the underlying manuscript.
Beware: Take a look in your "bible" for these 3 verses. Compare:
Matthew 17:21 was removed,
Romans 8:1 was chopped in half, and
The blood of Jesus was removed from Colossians 1:14.
true if you read the KJV the Holy spirit is your school teacher not man kind, the Holy Spirit will confirm the word in your heart
stay with the KJV
I’m finding it difficult to believe this isn’t Wayne Rogers!
I did watch the versions avoid and can relate when at certain times they only ones currently available and didn't really like them and just felt a little off !!! I really love and appreciate this video !!!
Never heard of you but absolutely love your nonsense approach of communicating the Gospel and the importance of reading scripture. Looking forward to listening to more of your teachings on here. Thank you!
Hahaha.....! 🤔😐
This was excellent excellent excellent! I posted it on my FB and sent it to all my Christian Friends. Thank you and bless you. I love all the details.
I am suprised that the current edition of the NIV made the list since the new 2011 edition combined the TNIV into the NIV text and is now a gender-neutral bible like the CEV. Outstanding video by the way.
Wow! That closing prayer is powerful! Thank you and God bless!
I bought a new bible today NLT which im.loveing as i love the word of god thank you pastor tiff you are a blessing ❤ god bless you and yours
God Bless. Thank you for sharing the message of Salvation in Jesus Christ our Lord.
I read the Bible daily and generally read five translations; of which, the ones you mentioned are typical.
May the Lord continue to bless you and your work.
Timestamps-
25:21 New American Standard Bible (NASB),
30:19 King James Version (KJV),
39:22 English Standard Version (ESV),
41:34 New International Version (NIV),
44:21 New Living Translation (NLT).
1- interlinear bible
2- geneva bible
3- kjv
4- nasb 77
5- amp classic
I have NLT and ESV and compare the two while I study… I like having a thought for thought and word for word side by side😊
Tiff Shuttleworth, I am very critical of evangelists on media, but I recently found 3 of your videos, and I am glad I took a chance and listened. Thank you for taking the time to be thorough in your teachings. I have always been afraid to read other translations because I don't want to accidently read a bad translation or the Jehovahs Witness book. This video and your video about 5 Bad Translations have been a lot of help. Thank you
King James the sixth of Scotland, became King James the first of England, and called it the "United Kingdom". King James promised to spend equal time in both countries, however, that never took place; Scotland as usual took back seat. Nevertheless, he did gather the scholars who gave the World, the "King James" version of the Holy Bible.
I was born and raised in Scotland; however, I am thankful to have been a United States citizen for the greater part of my life.
Man of God you're a blessing to me I have been following your channel just 3days ago, it's impacting my life
Break a leg meant good luck for an actor meaning the actor would be in a cast or getting the part in the play
I mean this with absolutely sincerity, how about asking Jesus to lead us to the translation he would have us read .
Thank you, bro Tiff....my husband and I am looking for a new, large print bible now that we are older and this is so helpful.
Thanks for the video.I used to attend a church where I was told that if you had any version other then the KJV you didn't have a Bible all you had was a book.
Years back I had emailed Ohio State, Notre Dame and Texas Christian asking what translation was the most accurate. All three answered the same way…the NRSV.
That’s because they are liberal just like that Translation.
Please don't discount the use for people who have been in church all their lives to also enjoy the NLT. I've been in church since I was born, but I was finally able to read the Bible for myself (I'm dyslexic) when I purchased an NLT because it wasn't as much work for me to process. I also now own an ESV for word studies, but for general reading (until I'm able to build up my skills) I pull my beloved NLT ❤
Your opinion is highly regarded, thank you! B/a 1959--age 93. God Bless!
I am very fortunate to have the King James Version/ New King James Version parallel Bible. For some reason it appears to be extremely difficult to obtain!
It is refreshing to here u u don't talk down to others u are sincere and learned good job though I am not a Christian u almost persuade 😊
So glad I found you Sir. You are a blessing and bring much edification. The Lord bless you and keep you.
God bless you Pastor Tiff. Thank you 🙏🙏🙏
Ah ... *FORMAL EQUIVALENCE* ... I heard a story of some missionaries trying to translate the Bible for some Pacific Islanders. They came to the passage that said, _"Wash me and I shall be whiter than snow."_ They realized that their audience had no word for _"snow"_ as there was simply *NO SNOW* where they lived. How did they translate it? _"Wash me and I shall be whiter than _*_the inside of a coconut"!_*
An additional thought: I too find it useful to compare translations. If something strikes me I read in my NASB I use my KJV digital Strongs to compare how ideas are rendered to make certain I am understanding the truth behind what I am reading. I do have a NIV and although it is not my first choice I do find I receive new insights from verses I feel I know very well.
Thank you for presenting your arguments in concise, logical terms. I use multiple translations in my Bible studies, and believe Christians should not use just one translation. I have great respect for the NASB, KJV, NKJV and the ESV. I use the ESV as my primary Bible, however I particularly like the NKJV for Old Testament studies. I'm not a huge fan of the NLTV, however I do believe you get the true Word of God from it. I would be comfortable with anyone using any of the five versions you mention.
sorry only the KJV will be the correct bible, read the following
we as Christians know that Jesus is the Son of God, can anyone deny this fact, no, Jesus is God's Son, now you call out the NKJB precise translation,
sorry you are wrong then why do the NKJV and the NIV state the following that Jesus is God' servant
NKJB
Acts 3:13 The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God of our fathers, glorified His Servant Jesus, whom you delivered up and denied in the presence of Pilate, when he was determined to let Him go.
Acts 3:26 To you first, God, having raised up His Servant Jesus, sent Him to bless you, in turning away every one of you from your iniquities."
NIV
Acts 3:13 The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the God of our fathers, has glorified his servant Jesus. You handed him over to be killed, and you disowned him before Pilate, though he had decided to let him go.
Acts 3:26 When God raised up his servant, he sent him first to you to bless you by turning each of you from your wicked ways.”
the following bibles are corrupt NIV, NKJV, NRS,NC, ESV, NAS, RS, LB, GNB, RV
What do you have to say about his comment? Watch 13:27
I can see what he says. I have KJV which I stop reading as a kid bc I had a hard time following. NIV which makes it earlier for my kids to read. But my church uses the ESV and I have been reading it over any other Bibles???
Tiff, excellent work and extremely informative- as is your tremendous passion to inform us. Praise God for your teachings and instruction.
May God continue to watch over you and your ministry.
A question remains:
What equivalent standards for Spanish-speaking people?
How can we know ?
I need to know which Translation to give my Spanish-speaking friends.
NIV takes out some pretty significant scriptures one being jesus saying mathew 17:21 these do not come but but by fasting n praying ( talking about demons )
So glad to have heard you here.
I Love the spirit of the KJV & NKJV.
I have not found this in the American or the NIV.
NIV Departure from true translation, it makes sense. Sorry I find it in error so many times, trying to tickle the ears of nations instead of firm solid truth. Avoid it.
thanks so much for the truth you teach,every blessing.
Some translations replace the word saved in the KJV which implies OSAS and the phrase is being saved which implies a conditional salvation process. KJV can be trusted.
So helpful...thankyou! I love the Word!!
Excellent truth so richly delivered. Thank you. God Bless you and yours. 🔥💛🔥Sweet dreams 'til sunbeams find you.
I will always love the KJV , and that's coming from someone who's vocabulary isn't that large lol but there's just something about the KJV I love and will always have. It's God's word.. gotta love it!!
I feel the same , but I have personally found the NLT a very good way of getting the gospel to people with poor vocabulary of people with absolutely zero understanding of Christianity or haven't come from a Christian culture.
@@BlueOstinato oh I agree about being better translations in reaching people and discussing the Bible.! Absolutely agree
@CODA834 call of duty guy? Lol yea me too kinda! No one said anything about unicorns, arrowsnakes, and idk what the etc,etc,etc is so I can't name those. I know you want to believe, you want it to be the real deal to you. The Holy Spirit is called wonderful for a reason, do you really think that Jesus Christ is concerned with your doubt as in Him pointing the finger at you? Naw , He wants to be real to you, that's the only way. I tried to run and run and run in my earlier yrs , I couldn't out run the creator of heaven and earth, who knew me before the foundation of the world. Even though I'm pretty much as my kids would say.. bald lol ( not too bald) but He knows the exact number of the hairs on my head. ( small number now lol) I tried to throw everything that was a great gift to me in my life away by foolish, selfish choices as a man, but I couldn't ever throw away His love for me, He allows certain things and certain things He doesn't!! I would consider myself a underachieving failure in my walk with Christ, because unless if it was some green alien came down and invaded my heart, soul, mind, Jesus Christ changed my life 20 + yrs ago, He did! I want to please Him, I love His name, His nature, when I stumble, He picks me back up for the 7,000th time, He can do it!! There's nothing He can't do, religion and being religious is yuck, I want to be real!! When I stand before my God that day, it's gonna be all His doing, all His grace for me, I've done nothing to earn anything, it's all Him and that's what I love. He died for sinners and after Paul I' was the worst.
true if you read the KJV the Holy spirit is your school teacher not man kind, the Holy Spirit will confirm the word in your heart
Very helpful information!
i just found your channel, that you so much for this video, everyone tells me the only true bible in KJV, and gets upset with me because i read another version.
Sadly, About 10 years ago my son had a relationship with God. He was still working on it. Of course it wasn’t where he needed to be, but it was getting there and then he learned from reading another Bible that it was not the same. The words had totally different meaning so then he went on to buy other Bibles and read them to find out that they were all different, unfortunately this was the beginning of his walking away from his faith, at that point, there was nothing I could do or say that would change his mind he was so distraught, and to this day, he’s not found his way back to God, just kind of makes me wonder how many other people has that happened to how many other people have walked away from their face, because if they can’t believe in gods word and man has changed it all that does is open up the door of doubt and deception.
oh brother ,there is still hope for your son, keep praying for him
There can be only one truth, all the versions say different things and things that are different are not the same.
@@jededge always ❤️
I wouldn't have said just different; different perspectives yes, but not just different. There's nothing really different between the NKJV NASB WEB TLV OJB and the ESV. These I say are the best. The older ones without the gender bias prevalent today. Eg.. the nasb 2020.
You have to remember that there are variants in all English versions and Greek versions and Hebrew versions. I find that a side by side comparison is good to open up the meaning. To just don't use one translation. Eg is the Septuagint and the Massoretic are different bc of variants, but both the Word of God.
I do however don't put all my stock on those scholars and everything needs to be tested. The Mirror Message NWT and Passion are the only ones I'd stay clear from; and the NIV if not the '84 edition, but I still wouldn't class it with these.
i've read every bible you mentioned cover to cover with the exception of the NASB. i recently bought a CSB which i'm only 2 books in but i'm liking it. i was between the CSB & the NLT. for no particular reason i chose the CSB. NLT will be next.
I see that Schuyler Bible! I’ve been going to buy one. I read from NKJV for 20 years but recently started reading the NLT and love its more modern language. My friend recommended the ESV but I didn’t like it much. I thought of NASB but I have been trying to decide which I am going to get. An NASB Quentel wide margin or a NLT Quentel. Side note…did you know the rapture theology came resurfaced from the Scofield Bible. There were only a few people up to the 1800s that believed in the rapture. I tell people don’t get caught up in rapture or not. Just pursue God and be one who impacts the world around you is the main thing!
“Actions motivated in a hateful way, live in a hateful mind. Actions made in a Compassionate way, lead one to live in a live in a compassionate mind.”
Christian bible Proverb 14:16,
“The wise as cautious and turn away from evil. But the fool throws off restraint and is careless.”
Bible Proverb 12-22: “The lord detests lying lips, but he delights in people that are trustworthy”
KJV, NASB, NLT, ESV, NKJV
1) The verse 1 JOHN 5:7 of the AUTHORIZED KJV is the most SACRED and PRECIOUS verse in the HOLY BIBLE as it is absolutely referring to the EXISTENCE of the ONLY TRUE GOD/FATHER (John 17:1-3)/HOLY GHOST (Matt. 1:18)/SPIRIT (John 4:24) -- MONOTHEISM/ONE GOD DOCTRINE (Ex. 20:3, John 17:1-3).
2) Therefore, all bible translations which don't contain the exact words written in the verse 1JOHN 5:7 of the AUTHORIZED KJV are incomplete, inconsistent, unreliable, devil infiltrated, and junks.
We shouldn't have to rely only on some Bible translations but also for all the translations available so that we can compare the spiritual truth hence we can extract the exact meaning of God's words.
As the Apostle Paul said:
"These things we also speak, not in words which man's wisdom teaches but which the Holy Spirit teaches, comparing spiritual things with spiritual." (I Corinthians 2: 13 NKJV)
By the way, nobody can do this except he is sent by God just like Apostle Paul.
Nobody can explain the spiritual truths in the Bible unless he is sent because the words of God are kept secret. (Romans 10:15; 16:25)
Apostle Peter attested:
"But you need to realize that no one alone can understand any of the prophesies in the Scriptures. The prophets did not think this up on their own but they were guided by the Spirit of God." (II Peter 1: 20-21 CEV)
I think there are also a risk of bias in tought by tought and dynamic equvalent ....
The Holman Christian Standard Bible, now rebranded as the Christian Standard Bible, is also very good. It’s published by Broadman and Holman. It’s good for study alongside any of the versions you’ve listed.
I like the GOD'S WORD translation
I think the English Standard Version is a sound translation
I use the NLT as my main translation but I also use the NIV, ESV, and the KJV. God can speak to you though any of the translations Tiff recommends so the best Bible is the one you actually read.
I have learned so much from watching you on RUclips but would love to have your DVD on being a real Christian
Thank you for the most informative teaching on this subject of the accuracy concerning translations of the Bible. I am going to go and purchase the translations that I don’t have. I have the KJV and the NKJV as well as the Amplified version which assists me with studying the Bible. I have always enjoyed reading the NLT as it’s so easy to read and understand however have stopped reading it because of the belief that being a modern translation was not accurate. So delighted to know that it is not the truth. Thank you so much Evangelist Tiff Shuttlesworth . God bless you and your ministry. 🙏🏻
Thankyou Tif. I began in early 1967 with the King James, and thanks to the Navigators and two years in the Army l memorized about 300 verses. Upon leaving the Army I bought the NASB, which is my steady Bible, but I continue to memorize in the King James. I also have the NIV. I really like reading my Phiillips paraphrase.
NASB can't even get who killed goliath right in second Samuel 21:19!!!
@@dantombs5697 That's actually a source issue; it's accurately translating the text it's based off. KJV actually emended the text to fix it, as noted by the italics (the Hebrew of 1 and 2 Samuel is known to be problematic). A few letters got garbled in transmission, basically.
I actually proposed this conjectural emendation of 2 Sm 21.19: "And there was again a battle in Gob with the Philistines, where Elhanan the son of Jair slew Lahmi the brother of Goliath the Gittite, the staff of whose spear [was] like a weaver's beam." This doesn't require much tweaking of the Hebrew and jives it readily with 1 Ch 20.5. I think an honest translation should make this emendation, and add a note explaining it.
@@fnjesusfreak Great job! I love that you search the scriptures out to find an answer.
So what do you think about this. Does the inspired word of God contain these verses?
Matthew 17:21
Matthew 18:11
Matthew 23:14
Mark 7:16
Mark 9:44 and 9:46
Mark 11:26
Mark 15:28
Luke 17:36
John 5:4
Acts 8:37
Acts 15:34
Acts 24:6-8
Acts 28:29
Romans 16:24
@@dantombs5697 My usual answer is nuanced, so keep this in mind. You're going to get a long explanation; I have highlighted the answer in bold.
Most people tend to prefer the shorter or stranger reading as more original, while I tend to consider them likely corruptions. The result is that while my preferred Vorlage is not exactly the same as the so-called received text, it is closer to that than to other text types, including Robinson-Pierpont (I have a copy of their Greek NT, though my ability to utilize it is limited).
In many cases, these verses are still present elsewhere, so removing them does not actually harm the message; however, there are a few places, like Mt 17.21, where some damage very much is done to the context. Also, John 5.4, if missing, ruins the entire context of the passage, and Acts 8.37 is a vital soteriological text. Other passages that jar me when not found in modern translations are Matthew 6.13b and 16.2-3.
*My preferred text contains all of the above* and furthermore has a longer text of Acts 15.34 ("But Silas saw fit to remain; and Judas departed to Jerusalem alone.") as well as a couple verses in Jude.
(Note that the KJV actually contains a marginal note that even their manuscripts did not consistently contain Luke 17.36!)
Thank you brother Tiff, I sure will get the NLT, I do have the KJ and NKJ, American Standard and NIV. Amen.. I did get rid of the JW bible and the Message bible.
Why are only manuscrrips that form 66 books in the Bible are used and others known as Apocrypha not included ?
Praise the Lord. Thx
Is Easy to read version (ETV) a good translation?
Bishop Dag Heyward Mills (great Evangelist) reads from the ERV. It's good
I have not yet listened to your teaching but before doing so would want to know which one of the translations is the truth... absolute truth. You must understand that only absolute truth is good enough.
My favorite the Amplified Bible. NKJV and NIV for memorizing.
I think the best way to choose the right bible translation is to find out the motive and qualifications of every contributor to every translation, not the number of the scholars who contributed to the translations.
I am battling to read the NKJ Version .I read the old one and comes easier to me ,but I will try .Please pray that God will reviel His Word to me .Thank you for your diligents ho God .Amen
If i had to read only the KJV I'd never read. I read Life Application, Passion Translation and Amplified. Those versions are easy for me to read and keeps me in the word daily. Its like reading a novel. I love them. Understand so much better. The Lord always speaks to me through every word i read.
My suggestion is read whatever version you enjoy and feel the spirit of God.
My preferred Bible translations are KJV, NASB, and ESV. And I feel like the earlier version of a translation is the most accurate. So, as far as the NASB translation, my preferred version is 1977. I consider earlier versions of any translation to be more accurate than recent ones. I was raised on the 1611 KJV; so I have no problem understanding early writings. And most of the Scripture I’ve memorized is from the KJV or the earliest version of any other translation.
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The KJV is what I had as a kid, so I got used to that. In addition, I read a lot of old literature (esp. the Puritans, John Knox, et al) so that makes the KJV even more appealing for me, although I am not KJV only.
I have also read through the RSV, ASV, NASB, ESV, and Geneva Bibles, but have never been able to get through the entire NIV because it feels like I'm reading a newspaper instead of the Bible.
What is the advantage of having 5 translations of the Holy Bible? I'm happy and blessed to have been gifted with a KJV Bible by my father when I was just a teen and started reading the NT then the whole Bible. Through it I found Jesus and have no problems with it being written in the old English language.
For clarity.
That's great you found Jesus in reading the KJB. There has been some improvement over a few scriptures that were missleading, Exodus 20:13 and Luke 14:26. The new translations clear those up.😊
Oh, this is the "God only made wine that can't get you drunk" guy.
I still prefer KJV. IT SAYS TO STUDY TO LEARN MORE ABOUT HIS WORD.IF ANY LACK WISDOM, LET HIM ASK GOD TO OPEN HIS HEART AND MIND TO DECE Discern IT. RIGHTLY DEVIDING HIS HOLY WORD.
I personally like, Çsb, Christian standard bible. Esv, English standard B. Nkj. New king James.
Thank you, Pastor Tiff🌹⭐🌹
Actually is a thought for thought translation accurate? Doesn't it depend on the translators thoughts? Wouldn't word for word be more accurate?
Very good study! As much as I like the King James Version, it’s not for everyone because of its archaic expressions. It’s nice to have word-for-word and thought-for-thought for different crowds. I like the NASB 77 & NASB 95 but I’m unimpressed with the NASB 2020 as it went too gender neutral. Thankfully the older NASB versions are still in print. I like the NIV 1984 edition but unfortunately it’s no longer in print. I’m unimpressed with the NIV 2011. One new translation I’m impressed with is the Legacy Standard Bible (LSB) translated by a team of translators at The Master’s Seminary. It’s taken from the NASB from the past (not including NASB 2020) but has a strong emphasis on the word Yahweh. I would put this translation at the top of the list for recommended translations.
I agree with you on my preference for the NASB 95.
@@TiffShuttlesworththat's because you have sold out the truth, if you ever had it in the first place,which I doubt you ever did. That modern garbage you read from is full of lies. I can prove it with the scriptures alone. Anytime anywhere you nameit I'll be there. Let me know
@@TiffShuttlesworth
1) Please state your understanding of the verse 1 JOHN 5:7 of the KJV which is rejected in other bible translations.
2) The verse 1 JOHN 5:7 of the KJV is the most SACRED and PRECIOUS VERSE that serves as a CONCRETE FOUNDATION in formulating the MONOTHEISM/ONE GOD DOCTRINE (Ex. 20:3, John 17:1-3 KJV).
Can someone truly love Jesus when they read a bible that quotes Jesus in a lie? Who is the coming lying Jesus anyway?
In John 8:7 your Jesus tells his brothers, I am not going to the feast for my time has not yet come. Not going? He would be bteaking the law of Moses. A sinner.
But, oh, he does wait and then go. Liar! BLASPHEMY.
Jesus actually said, I am not going up yet to the feast. Not now, not yet. He waots and then goes. No problem. No lie.
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1) The verse you're referring to is John 7:8, not John 8:7.
2) The verse John 7:8 in my AUTHORIZED KJV reads:
"John 7:8 Go ye up unto this feast: I go not up yet unto this feast; for my time is not yet full come."
-- accurate translation.
-- inaccurate translations that omitted the word "yet" made the LORD JESUS CHRIST/SON OF GOD a liar.
3) However, the most deciding factor in recognising the accuracy and reliability of any Bible translations is the presence of the verse 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV in any Bible translations.
4) The verse 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV is the most SACRED and PRECIOUS VERSE in the HOLY BIBLE because it is absolutely referring to the ONLY TRUE GOD/FATHER (John 17:1-3)/HOLY GHOST (Matt. 1:18)/SPIRIT (John 4:24) -- MONOTHEISM/ONE GOD DOCTRINE.
5) Unfortunately, the VERSE 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV is rejected in other bible translations which is tantamount to the rejection of the ONLY TRUE GOD/FATHER/HOLY GHOST/SPIRIT from the pages of the said bible translations.
6) Therefore, all bible translations that don't contain the exact and complete WORDS and NAMES written in the verse 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV are incomplete, inconsistent, unreliable, devil infiltrated, and junks.
7) Furthermore, any inaccurate use and interpretations of the most SACRED and PRECIOUS NAMES written in the VERSE 1JOHN 5:7 of the KJV is blasphemous which could lead to the commission of the UMPARDONABLE SIN -- BLASPHEMY AGAINST THE HOLY GHOST (Matt. 12:31-32).
Thank you, Pastor. You answered some questions I’ve had about my Bible translations. God bless you, your family and your ministry!
I thank you for your presentation and prayers. I do agree with the basis for the categorization of the Bible versions.
Please in category would you place both the New Amplified and Amplified Versions (NAMP and AMP).
Thank you and have a Christ Centered Day. Amen.
Thank you, Pastor 😊
Dear Sir: when studying Ezekiel 36-39, I cant help but see the beginning and the end of the tribulation period, Ezekiel as an older prophet could only see the two peaks of each, like two mountains, he not being able to see the middle parts, the valley of those two mountains , seems this war of Ezekiel is not a war of its own rather the period of Jacob's trouble , to me this simplifies how I view the sections of prophecy and now makes a lot more sense, Also people are trying to say that America is Babylon but they seem to forget verse 18 in Rev. 17 where God states who that city is, in other words, Babylon Means Babylon, where it all started it will all end, The bookends of History
Your faithfulness for presenting the truth is beyond description ... I love your teaching .... God bless you , my teacher
What are your thoughts on the NIV, the New International Version?
I do not like it, as it omits wording and therefore iwmportant aspects of biblical truths in certain texts. I noticed it was not on your 10 versuons not to read..
Thank you for your teachings. You are the clearest and most easy to listen to teacher i have heard. 🙌🙏🌈
He emphasized the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible so strongly that it became obvious to everyone that it is indeed the best translation available. He highlighted its accuracy, readability, and widespread acceptance, making a compelling case for why the NIV should be the preferred choice for Bible readers.
The NIV is definitely not a good translation. Compare Isaiah chapter 14 12 through 17 discussing the fall of Satan in the NIV the way they translated it literally will deceive you to believe Christ fell from heaven. Do not be deceived
I have read that passage many times in my NIV and never came to the conclusion that Christ fell from heaven. Maybe it is our bias which makes us read it differently.
I usually use bible hub to look at original greek, but of course there are some differences in original greek manuscripts because none are the actual original. So we can never be totally sure. Thankfully, it doesn't affect doctrine much. Doctrine is more affected by things other than wording of scripture.
I do find the NIV a bit frustrating, especially as the new versions mean my memorised wordings are slightly out.
As Jay Smith says, the Word of God is Christ, scripture points us to him.
It is the modern languages that keep changing.