The Layman's Parallel New Testament: King James Version , the Amplified New Testament, the Living New Testament, Revised Standard Version

by Anonymous

Comparing four popular translations in parallel columns. The King James Version, The Amplified New Testament, The Living New Testament, The Revised Standard Edition.

Genres: Religion, Reference, Christian

Paperback

First published January 1, 1970

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Reviews

[LAMONT D · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Bible has been in my possession for quite a number of years. Even though the four version have been overshadowed by more recent versions (such as the NASB, NIV and The Message), there is still great value in each one and to have them side by side for the entire New Testament is a plus. The Amplified New Testament is very descriptive giving you several words that could be used in the text along with supplying Old Testament references throughout. The Revised Standard Version was I am guessing very popular at the time it came out that gave us a contemporary translation to supplement the King James Version of old. The Living New Testament is a paraphrase and actually is the easiest of the four to read. And of course, the King James Version is what I grew up with and memorized in my early life. I tended to read the Living New Testament the most and it was a benefit to go through the entire New Testament from start to finish in less than a year's time.

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a useful combination for study to provide a better balanced understanding and I reluctantly have to let many of my reference books go.

[Merryl Vaughan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Reading the Holy Bible is a life-transforming experience.
It is the source of faith.
Parallel translations are very helpful.