QUESTION OF THE DAY: What is your favorite translation?

@kolsonmaddox777

6 ай бұрын

I love the NASB20 along with the 95. Recently I’ve been interested in the BSB and CSB.

@kdf

6 ай бұрын

I've heard the new NASB20 is great. Definitely check out the BSB and CSB. They're both terrific!@@kolsonmaddox777

@LIGHTBEARER4JESUS777

6 ай бұрын

I have used the NASB95 for 37 years. Although I have a ton of versions on my LOGOS software. I also use my interlinear Bibles for Indepth study.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

You can definitely spend LOTS of time comparing with Logos! Great software!@@LIGHTBEARER4JESUS777

@richardvoogd705

6 ай бұрын

For many years, my usual "go to" translation has been the NKJV. In recent years, I have been open to using others, including CSB and NIV.

That's a big deal -- putting it into public domain. wow! Thanks for pointing us in that direction.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

Absolutely huge! It opens up the door to create SO many resources!

This is fantastic news, thanks for sharing, and thank you so much, and God bless the BSB creators.

@keithferrin

15 күн бұрын

My pleasure! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Thanks for grabbing my attention and Bible Hub is the best!

@keithferrin

17 күн бұрын

@@JudithBrooks-d8v BibleHub is SO good!!

I bought a BSB last year and it has been my go to for just reading. It reads so smooth but it accurate to the Greek as well. It’s printed in the USA which is awesome! I recommend the BSB to everyone I talk to about bibles to. It’s great to read along my NKJV. But I would recommend it being just a do it all as well .

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

It's quickly become my "go to" as well. So good!

Very Interesting! I was considering going back to my BSB translation as well. I purchased their 1st edition when it came out a couple years ago. NKJV is my primary translation, however the BSB smooths out some of the difficult to understand passages while maintaining the traditional familiarity of the NKJV. I just wish they offered a wide margin for notes. Gotta get this BSB translation better known so we can get the big names to create more options for the rest of us. Great review! God bless ❤

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

I agree! I love my "notetaking Bible." I would love a thinner "preaching" Bible too. Hopefully the new ones will keep coming!

I just started reading the BSB recently. So far I like what I see. Flows easily. Although I love the NKJV and NASB95, they sometimes sound like Yoda. The BSB does a good job of putting familiar passages in more natural sounding sentence structure and word choices without making it sound foreign to someone who is used to the traditional readings.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

Agreed! It reads so well. And since I almost always read out loud, that's very important to me!

It’s my opinion that going forward, everyone attempting to publish a Bible resource or other Christian book will quote the BSB which in turn will cause the BSB to become nearly ubiquitous. That in turn will drive sales. Which in turn will cause all the other copyrighted Bible translations to take notice and say “hey, we’re losing sales because everyone is switching to the BSB. Maybe we should also release our version to public domain as well.”

@keithferrin

4 ай бұрын

Hmmm....Wouldn't that be something?!?!

@captiosus9753

3 ай бұрын

An optimistic hope but if that were going to happen, it would have already happened with the World English Bible, which has been in the public domain a LOT longer than the BSB.

Thanks for introducing us to the Berean Bible. I'd like to see it available in a single column wide margin journaling format (I have an NIV with these 2" margins, and it's great for studying and making notes), as well as interleaved format for those who want to add extensive notes and artwork.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

Me too! I love my CSB Legacy Notetaking Bible for that very reason!

They also have fantastic translator notes. And I appreciate how much they have tried to stay as neutral as possible with their textual notes.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

I completely agree! The transparency of their translation process (with free access to the full translation tables) is a huge plus!

I love the BSB. It’s become my favorite translation. It reads so well and is so easy to understand.

@keithferrin

5 ай бұрын

Agreed!

Man you just converted me to CSB last year! Now trying to win us over to BSB lol. No, I appreciate this and I’ll definitely give it a deeper look.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

Hahaha. They're BOTH fantastic translations for sure! If you're creating resources, the "public domain" aspect of the BSB is the "tipping point" in favor of the BSB.

@krisshiplet4497

6 ай бұрын

@@keithferrin I’ve downloaded it on the Bible app and read a few chapters in it.

thanks for the info- looks like a great version!

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

It's really good! Check it out and let me know what you think!

BSB has one of the best text layouts of any translation

@keithferrin

5 ай бұрын

Agreed! How did you "discover" the BSB?

@DanS-kh4tc

5 ай бұрын

@@keithferrin Through Utube bible reviews.

I cut my teeth as a new believer on the NIV84 and used that for years. I then switched to the NASB 77. I liked the Hebrew flavor of the Complete Jewish Bible, a messianic Jewish "translation", and read that for about 10 years. Oddly enough the font shrunk in my Bible and I found it difficult to read. During my journey to find a new translation, I felt it was time to move on from the CJB to something more literal, I stumbled on the HCSB, CSB, ESV, BSB and a variety of others. I read through the HCSB and actually enjoyed my time in that translation... the CSB did nothing for me for some reason. I just couldn't embrace it and it's odd because it is still very similar to the HCSB. All that said I read through the BSB and loved every minute of it. I was reading through various translations to see which ones resonated with me and might be my "one. I decided it was time to start a new read through and I found myself missing the BSB while I was reading the new translation. I think the BSB may well be my one. On the BSB website they do have the whole BSB available for free on audio Bible. Lastly, I was using a BSB I downloaded to my tablet, not sure if it was in an app but I'm thinking it was, and it was loaded with study notes. If I can figure out what app that was, I'll be sure to comment here again for you and your viewers. I prefer no study notes, as I find myself reading those more than the Bible itself, so I turned it off and just kept the Bible text.

@keithferrin

2 ай бұрын

Your journey is very similar to mine (except for the part about the CJB). If you download the BibleHub app, the BSB is built in. You can read, listen, or both. Enjoy!

From what I've seen it's good translation and I'll probably get a copy. For now I'll probably stick with the CSB and ESV as my primary versions because they are available in many different bible formats, so I find it easier to find editions that suite my needs. My favourite sort of bible is a single column format in a large 12-13pt font with an attractive layout (i.e. text not falling into the gutter) and typography. That's surprisingly hard to find even in mainstream translations. I also enjoy using a journaling bible to slowly create my own personal study bible. Maybe the BSB marketing team can get some different publishers to start making their own editions of the BSB then it's popularity would increase.

@keithferrin

Ай бұрын

That would be great!

Great video! I been reading the BSB on You Version and I love it! I wanted to buy the leather BSB, but I can't afford it. Of course I could get the Hard Cover, but I love my Bible in leather. I've read from the CSB which feels familiar to the NLT, My Church reads from the ESV. But the BSB feels like a balance between NLT/ESV. So my hope is one day to afford a BSB Leather Bible. Until then I use Youversion/Bible Hub. The BSB is easy to read/understand while staying true to the original text.

@keithferrin

Ай бұрын

I agree. The BSB is a great “middle ground” of the other mainstream translations. Press on!

This was an excellent recommendation Bible and comparison of versions video

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

Thanks Shalyn! Glad you liked it. Great translation!

I enjoy listening to the bible on the Blue letter bible. I wish I had a set of the bible on CD so I could listen to the bible in my car.

@keithferrin

20 сағат бұрын

I don't know if you have an "AUX" plugin in your car, but you can buy a cable that attaches your smartphone to the AUX and list just like you would on your phone. Just an idea...

very interesting analysis.

@keithferrin

10 күн бұрын

Thanks. Let me know what you think if/when you check it out.

Fantastic translation! I found it to fit nicely between the ESV and CSB in terms of readability. Picked up a physical copy in genuine leather but wasn't happy with the quality so I exchanged it for a copy in the Tosca Cowhide. If you're going to invest in a physical copy that's the way to go.

@keithferrin

5 ай бұрын

So glad you like it. Yes...with the NIV, NLT, ESV and CSB being 4 of my all-time favorites, I find the BSB is about as perfect a "blend" as you'll find!

I don't have a BSB, but I have adopted the NET - very similar stuff. The difference is the full notes NET is different than any other translation. I love it.

@keithferrin

4 ай бұрын

I have heard great things about the NET. Press on!

Totally with you on this one Keith. I study multiple translations with deep dives into many passages and love them all. TPT and MSG to KJV and NASB and especially TLB for me personally, have had extended time in many versions - some may say Christ is Living and Active indeed and definitely not stuck in any one place by any stretch of the imagination; but for me if I had to pick one and go, it would definitely be the Berean Standard Bible. It just resonates with our favourite translations and makes The Word of God ❣️ aka Jesus Christ The MESSIAH ( Rev 19:12-13) easily accessible to all. That and the free license... FINALLY, but how Our LORD spoilt us with His final version choice ❤ Wins hands down. An incredible achievement and a beautiful and accurate translation that flows naturally. Blessings to you 🕊️ Michael

@keithferrin

2 ай бұрын

Thanks Michael. Comparing translations is one of my all-time favorite ways to begin studying a passage. Have you seen the app "The Parallel Bible?" If not, give it a search. Amazing!

@Prayer_warrior

2 ай бұрын

@@keithferrin I will definitely check it out. Thank you 🙏

The BSB is the only version at this time it appears, that is Public domain. BSB is a great translation, and you can use it alongside others (Nasb, esv, nkjv, etc). Blessings. Pastor John

@keithferrin

5 ай бұрын

Thanks John.

@4321_dcba

4 ай бұрын

I'm pretty sure the NET is public domain. It was done by Dallas Theological Seminary, although they don't advertise that fact.

@keithferrin

4 ай бұрын

@@4321_dcba It doesn't look like it. It appears they renewed their copyright status in 2019. netbible.com/copyright/

@captiosus9753

3 ай бұрын

The World English Bible is public domain as well and has been there for years.

@keithferrin

3 ай бұрын

@@captiosus9753 Thanks for letting me know!

Looks super cool and I can't wait to try it -- but the print version only comes in normal sized font! Wah!

@keithferrin

2 ай бұрын

Yup. That's one of the drawbacks of being "public domain" and NOT backed by a huge publisher. It's VERY expensive to print Bibles and so the BSB (for now at least) doesn't come in very many options.

@jocelyn4981

2 ай бұрын

Kind of makes that "read the physical copy" thing you suggested in another video I just watched difficult for us "my optic nerve hates me" people. 😇

@keithferrin

2 ай бұрын

@@jocelyn4981 Hmmm...not sure what to suggest there...

@jocelyn4981

2 ай бұрын

Kindle. This translation has audio, and I'll just keep on with my other translations in kindle and stupid-big-font translations in print 😇

@keithferrin

2 ай бұрын

@@jocelyn4981 Press on sister!

Definitely looking into this… thanks!

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

My pleasure. I think you'll really like it!

The BSB is my main Bible now and is the one I'm using for Bible memory. I'm using Verse Locker as one of my review apps which has the BSB as a translation. I've been an NKJV and NASB '95 guy for many years, and the BSB feels like home... with just a touch of NIV '84. I hope the publisher produces a large print single column like Holman's single column large print of the CSB. I wonder if Tyndale would pick up the BSB. It would be a great compliment to the NLT.

@keithferrin

4 ай бұрын

I agree. Believe it or not, I looked into what it would take to have a BSB Bible printed. Looks like I'd have to get 1,000 printed...at a cost of about $14,000. Hmmm... :)

I am a KJV fossil but have enjoyed the BSB as it appears to be very clear and thoughtful. While I would like to make a switch, the word for word strength of the KJV retains my loyalty.

@keithferrin

Ай бұрын

I certainly don't have anything against the KJV. I would suggest using the BSB as a "comparison" to get a different perspective. Sort of like asking a friend to "put this in your own words." Press on brother!

NASB

I recommend everyone using interlinear bibles, especially the ones having the Strong's numbers above the words. This way, you are getting the raw original language before anyone's interpretation starts to cloud things.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

Good point. Did you know that the BSB also has made available (also for free) the Berean Literal Bible and the Berean Interlinear Bible for that very reason. You can access them all on this page: berean.bible/downloads.htm

@auh2o148

6 ай бұрын

@keithferrin Thanx. But, which of those downloads do you recommend?

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

@@auh2o148 Since you were talking about interlinear and the original Greek, I would go with the Berean Literal Bible and the Berean Interlinear New Testament. They're all free so have at it! :)

@auh2o148

6 ай бұрын

@@keithferrin thx

Deut 6.4-6, Mark 12.28-32, John 17.3, John 20.17, Rom 15.6, Rom 16.27, I Cor 8.6, II Cor 11.31, I Tim 2.5, Rev 1.5-6, Rev 3.12.

I have used bible hub for quite some time… i have used the BSB for that long also! Our church uses the ESV, so that usually what I study/read from… but the BSB Is always close at hand! Which would you recommend ‘internalizing with? Thanks!

@keithferrin

2 ай бұрын

Great question! It's a bit of a "personal preference" question, but for me, while I LOVE to study with the ESV (and recommend their study Bible more than any other) it doesn't "sound right" when I speak it. The BSB is accurate AND it "speaks well." I would say read both of them out loud and see which one feels right as you see/hear it.

Like you I grew up with the NIV84. The NIV2011 felt like a completely foreign translation. I've adapted to using the CSB and the NASB2020, but I agree with you that the BSB seems like the closest cousin to the old NIV84. I have it on my Kindle since it was free. I've thought about buying a physical copy but I'm pretty sure my wife would kill me if I order another Bible, especially since we're on a fixed income. 🤣

@keithferrin

3 ай бұрын

"Happy wife. Happy life." ;)

I have grown to love the NKJV and use it when preaching as well...

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

I've heard great things about it!

Hello, I have been using the BSB for a year maybe a little longer. I grew up on the NIV also. I saw a few reviews on it and ordered it and haven’t looked back. I kinda see that the NIV has become a little woke and the BSB is holding true. I like it so much I bought a book block and had it rebound.

@keithferrin

16 күн бұрын

@@waynemetcalf4254 Glad you like it!

I like the NKJV but my top favorite is the MEV BIBLE

@keithferrin

4 ай бұрын

I haven't heard of the MEV. Hmmm...

@Ldgreggbell

Ай бұрын

​@@keithferrinThey've just released the 2nd edition on youversion bible app. Its essentially a KJV in contemporary language.

The BSB is nice from what I've read of it, however, I don't like the fact that they have not released the full list of translators. Also, I don't see sufficient reason for choosing it over the CSB. Now, I'll throw you a curve ball here: my favorite translation is the NRSVue :)

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

Yes. That is a curveball. What do you like about the NRSVue? As for the "sufficient reason," I actually don't encourage people to switch UNLESS 1 of 2 things is true. 1. For people (like me) who LOVE the CSB and who grew up on the NIV, I find the BSB to be the perfect "blend" of the two. 2. If you create Bible resources (as I do), the fact that the BSB was put into the Public Domain is HUGE! It removes any barrier to adding it to resources (books, Bible studies, videos, etc.) that we create. But to be clear. I still love and use the CSB as well!

@2Snakes

5 ай бұрын

@@keithferrin Sorry for the late response. I like the NRSVue because it has an ecumenical translation team as opposed to strictly evangelical. This safeguards against bias to an extent.

@keithferrin

5 ай бұрын

@@2Snakes Interesting. Thanks!

Why does the Berean Bible refer to the book of Jashar? (2Timothy 3:8)

@keithferrin

28 күн бұрын

Great question! Jannes and Jambres (mentioned by Paul in 2 Timothy 3:8) or talked about in the book of Jashar. The BSB isn't saying the book of Jashar is part of - or equivalent to - the Bible. They're just referencing where those guys are talked about. I believe that's why they put it ONLY in the footnote. Thanks!

I was wondering if they have a Berean pocket Bible for travel, I have a KJV I carry with me everywhere I go to and from work for example and a Berean pocket Bible would be awesome but I can't find one

@keithferrin

3 ай бұрын

I agree. That would be awesome. Unfortunately, so far I think you'll only find the ones they have at www.berean.bible

Geneva!! CSB is good, too.

@keithferrin

2 ай бұрын

I haven't done much with the Geneva Bible, but I've heard good things.

I also appreciate how they stuck with traditional gender language.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

While I "mostly" agree, I do wish some of the very general uses (like beginnings of Paul's letters) would say "brothers and sisters" when it is clear from the context that the author is speaking to believers in general rather then men in specific. That said, I do appreciate the use of "son" (as an example) when sonship carries a lot of significant weight that "child" would not carry. Thanks!

@donrwhite

4 ай бұрын

I agree with Keith. When the context is clearly gender-inclusive, I wish they would use gender-inclusive language. This is the main reason I do not use the BSB for public reading. While I understand that "brothers" is gender-inclusive, some in the audience may not.

@keithferrin

4 ай бұрын

@@donrwhite I agree. One of the wonderful things about the BSB, is that it is not in the "public domain," which means you are not breaking any copyright when you say "brothers and sisters" in a public reading. That's what I do!

Awesome video. Thanks for all the details. I was not familiar with this translation. Public domain makes this very appealing. Subbed 👍

@keithferrin

3 ай бұрын

Public domain is a game-changer. Not only can I use it freely, but if there's a specific word/phrase that I like in another translation, I can substitute it without "breaking copyright." Love it! Glad you're here!

@living_the_mac_and_cheese_life

3 ай бұрын

@@keithferrin i want to print it out from the pdf on their site and make a study bible binder, but i am afraid of how much ink that will take lol.

@keithferrin

3 ай бұрын

@@living_the_mac_and_cheese_life It would take a lot for sure! Might be worth it to print out a "book at a time" as you're reading/studying.

@living_the_mac_and_cheese_life

3 ай бұрын

@@keithferrin a great idea. I can save them all in individual binders as I go through them.

@keithferrin

3 ай бұрын

@@living_the_mac_and_cheese_life Let me know how it turns out!

I as an educated pastor I cannot digest many of these dynamic transactions- they continue to dumb down God’s people. I suggest the ESV, NASB, NKJV, LSV, even KJV etc. over the Berean, NIV, CSB, because there a too many important subtleties in the text that the dynamic translations destroy. See for example Jer. 17:7 (NASB or KJV).

@keithferrin

17 күн бұрын

@@peterschmidt6754 I appreciate your thoughts and I’m glad you’ve found some great translations that work for you! Thanks for sharing.

Let us therefore fear, lest, a promise being left us of entering into his rest, [katapausis] any of you should seem to come short of it. For unto us was the gospel preached, as well as unto them: but the word preached did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in them that heard it. For we which have believed do enter into rest, [katapausis] as he said, As I have sworn in my wrath, if they shall enter into my rest: [katapausis] although the works were finished from the foundation of the world. For he spake in a certain place of *the seventh day* on this wise, And God did rest [katapauō] *the seventh day* from all his works. And in this place again, If they shall enter into my rest. [katapausis] Seeing therefore it remaineth that some must enter therein, and they to whom it was first preached entered not in because of unbelief: Again, *he limiteth a certain day* saying in David, To day, after so long a time; as it is said, To day if ye will hear his voice, harden not your hearts. For if Jesus had given them rest, [katapauō] then *would he not afterward have spoken of another day* There remaineth therefore a rest [sabbatismós] to the people of God. {Hebrews 4:1-9} G2663 katapausis - a resting place G2664 katapauō - to lead to a quiet abode G4520 sabbatismós - a keeping sabbath

@keithferrin

Ай бұрын

Ok

And they got Deuteronomy 32:8 right!

@keithferrin

2 ай бұрын

I haven't really compared that verse. What incorrect translations of it have you found?

I only use the KJV because the other versions contain too many errors. Ezekiel 4:1-4 is the perfect way to test the different versions. The words "tile" and the phrase "iron pan" are the keys. The city of Jerusalem was as fragile as a "tile" because it was very vulnerable to attack and could easily be conquered during that time. The phrase "iron pan" was an ancient Macedonian god of war. Ezekiel was warning the people in Jerusalem that they were going be attacked by a man who worshipped "iron pan" and also warned them that if they allowed this false god to be worshipped in Jerusalem that this would create a "wall of iron" between them and their god. This prophecy was fulfilled in 321 B.C. when a Macedonian General conquered Jerusalem. The people ignored Ezekiel's warning and allowed this false god to be worshipped in Jerusalem. As a result, they were punished in 70 A.D. when their city and their temple were destroyed. Good luck finding out which god was named "iron plate" in the CSB... LOL

After the underhanded and inexcusable erasure of the old NIV, and it's replacement with a politically correct apology of a translation, I have spent years wondering what to use. I listened to the ESV on CD just too often while driving to work, and heard a passage that I was already very familiar with and said "what?! Are they talking about?!" It is poor for reading in my opinion, if you don't have a Greek lexicon and expert interpretations at hand to tell you what it means. I've sampled all of the translations over the last seven years or so. And the best replacement I have read is the BSB. It is the most like the NIV of anything I've found. My only problem with it is the reverential capitalizations. Rubs me the wrong way and seems juvenile to me. To me, be reverential in your life, not in capitalizing H's and Y's. And for the NIV they seemed to have a team of poets working for them, which the BSB didn't. This shows up in Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes.

@keithferrin

4 ай бұрын

Glad you've landed on the BSB. Good stuff!

That version is no different than the other many versions on the market today.

@keithferrin

6 ай бұрын

Being in the public domain is a big differentiator for sure!

It's not a translation. All modern bibles are interpitations of the text.

@keithferrin

Ай бұрын

Hmmm...Isn't every translation of anything an interpretation of the original language into whatever language you're translating into? I'm a bit confused by your point. Can you explain?

Is it printed in China? I recently went shopping for a new bible as a gift and I was appalled that they were ALL printed in China! A country that persecutes its own citizens that read the Bible! Unbelievable that we trust them to print God’s word!!

It's all just confusion and speculation....Get you an every word perfect King James Bible. Preserved without error by Divine providence. The fulfillment of God's promise in Psalms 12:6,7 KJB. Anything else is just enticing words of man's wisdom. Science, falsely so called.

@keithferrin

4 ай бұрын

If that's the belief you hold to (that all other translations are based on man's wisdom) then I respectfully encourage you to find another YT channel to watch. I don't think I will serve you well.

@oldschoolbiblebaptist

4 ай бұрын

@@keithferrin I have a perfect Bible...Sorry you don't know that. It is my final authority, not any man's opinion of what some originals that turned to dust centuries ago might have said, basing eternity on your best guess. Good luck with your confusion and speculation. Psalms 12:6,7 KJB. My channel would absolutely serve you well!

@captiosus9753

3 ай бұрын

@@oldschoolbiblebaptist You preach idolatry. You worship a flawed translation as "fact" over the word of God. Your channel serves no one well.