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In reply to the discussion: Which bible version would you recommend? [View all]Act_of_Reparation
(9,116 posts)15. The NRSV is probably the most "academic" translation.
It tends to sacrifice the flowery language for literal translation, and comes highly recommended by those textual critics I've read.
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Here it is on the internet, along with a version for the Quran and the Book of Mormon. . .
Journeyman
Feb 2015
#10
What is gained/or lost in the different translations? Do you have a link where some of those are
F4lconF16
Feb 2015
#25
For both him and I, reading it is an educational experience rather than a comforting one.
F4lconF16
Feb 2015
#26
A good place to start any exploration of "The Bible" is Alan Watt's essay. . .
Journeyman
Feb 2015
#14