Translating Truth | Wayne Grudem, et al.

Wayne Grudem, Leland Ryken, C. John Collins, Vern Poythress, Bruce Winter. Translating Truth: The Case for Essentially Literal Bible Translation. Crossway, 2005. 160 pp.

Which translation do I choose?

In an age when there is a wide choice of English Bible translations, the issues involved in Bible translating are steadily gaining interest. Consumers often wonder what separates one Bible version from another.

The contributors to this book argue that there are significant differences between literal translations and the alternatives. The task of those who employ an essentially literal Bible translation philosophy is to produce a translation that remains faithful to the original languages, preserving as much of the original form and meaning as possible while still communicating effectively and clearly in the receptors’ languages.

Translating Truth advocates essentially literal Bible translation and in an attempt to foster an edifying dialogue concerning translation philosophy. It addresses what constitutes “good” translation, common myths about word-for-word translations, and the importance of preserving the authenticity of the Bible text. The essays in this book offer clear and enlightening insights into the foundational ideas of essentially literal Bible translation.

Authors:

• Wayne Grudem: Crossway | Phoenix Seminary | Wikipedia | Theopedia
• Leland Ryken: Crossway | Wheaton College
• C. John Collins: Crossway | Covenant Theological Seminary
• Vern S. Poythress: Crossway | Westminster Theological Seminary | Wikipedia
• Bruce Winter: Crossway | Tyndale House

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• Calvin Park at Random Readings (05/07) Review

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• James Scott at OPC Book Reviews (02/07) Review
• John Holzman at John’s Corner of the World (12/06) Review
• Tim Challies at Challies.com (11/05) Review
• Donna Eggett at Christian Book Previews (ND) Review

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