Bible translations

There are three main types of Bible translations: word-for-word, thought-for-thought and paraphrase. Which one do you choose to study God's Word and learn His way?

See side by side comparisons of over 30 popular Bible verses from the Old and New Testaments.

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Pastor Marcus Bellamy kicked his “How to Study the Bible” class discussing the compilation of the Bible and different translations. Highlights from the lesson are listed below. *Bible translation entails reproducing the meaning of a text that is one language (the source language), as fully possible, in another language (the receptor language). *The original (source)...

Which bible translations are most accurate? Which bible translations should you avoid? Brittany Rust breaks down some of the most popular translations and helps you to find your best fit.

Choosing the right Bible translation can be overwhelming with so many options available. In this comprehensive guide, we explore the differences between popular translations, including the NIV, ESV, NLT, and KJV, to help you find the version that best suits your reading style and study needs. Discover insights on translation philosophy, readability, and how each version approaches the original texts.

Learn what Bible translation is, the types of translations—and how to pick the best Bible translation for your study needs right now.

Reading multiple Bible translations side-by-side is a popular feature on Bible Gateway that’s easy to use and customize (which you can find out exactly how to do here). Whether you’re grappling with a challenging Bible passage, or are just curious to see how different translators approach the same scriptural text, you’ll find it a useful […]