Choose a Bible translation that you can understand

The Bible was originally written in several different languages, most notably Hebrew and Greek. Therefore any Bible in English is a translation from the original. One of the first translations of the Bible into English was the King James Version (originally translated in 1611). This is still an excellent translation, and the one that was used in most churches almost exclusively until recent years. Although there may be some words in this translation that are not used currently and therefore a little hard to understand for some people, it is hard to beat the "classical beauty" of this translation.

In recent years, there have been several excellent new translations of the Bible that have expressed the unchanging truths of God's Word in language that is easier to understand here in the 1990's. Two of the best of these new translations are the New International Version and the New American Standard Version.

If you are not sure what translation of the Bible is best for you, talk to the pastor of your church or visit a local Christian bookstore. Either one will be more than happy to help you make the choice that is right for you.

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