Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament by jason beduhn. Excerpts from beduhns truth in translation randall mcelroy iii. Often these criticisms involve a comparison of the interlinear reading in the watch tower societys kingdom interlinear translation of the greek scriptures, which has the original greek text with a wordforword. They had visited phineus, king of thracian salmydessus, living out a useless old age in perpetual blindness, and the winged sons of boreas had driven the birdlike harpies from the presence of the unhappy, aged man. Knibbs scholarly translation of the ethiopian manuscripts, the ethiopic book of enoch, oxford university press, which i believe to be the best translation currently available. The book of enoch 1 the book of enoch a modern english translation of the ethiopian book of enoch with introduction and notes by andy mccracken special thanks to bredren jason naphtali who found this translation by m. Truth in translation by jason debuhn free download. I recently read jason david beduhns truth in translation and found it deeply intriguing and at times disturbing. In this book, the author makes several claims guaranteed to spark controversy, such as pointing out what he considers bias in contemporary bible translations, as well as claiming that new world translation by jehovahs witnesses is the least biased, at. The divine name also appeared in the septuagint, the greek translation of the old testament. It begins with brief treatments of the background to the bible and its translation, the various approaches to. However, this book will certainly polarize ones of jehovahs witnesses and evangelical christians. For orders and information please contact the publisher.
I recently read jason david beduhns truth in translation and found it deeply intriguing and at. Jason beduhn truth in translation is a critical study of biblical translation, assessing the accuracy of nine english versions of the new testament in wide use today. It begins with brief treatments of the background to the bible and its translation, the various approaches to translation, and the specific. This book is in no way equivalent to the similarlytitled book by jason david beduhnits just a blatant attempt to capitalize on his superior work. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the nt by jason david beduhn. Truth in translation by jason david beduhn, 9780761825562, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament by beduhn, jason david isbn. Ill give some positive points and then ill list my concerns. The book serves to inform readers of the forces at work shaping the meaning of the bible, to help in their selection of bible translations, and to act as a critical. It is not intended to be a scholarly work, but rather a popular work which dispenses with the usual detailed argumentation and rigor demanded. Here are a few passages i found interesting in jason beduhns truth in translation. If you are not familiar with this book you have not been a jw in the past year or twoor living under a rock. For orders and information please contact the publisher psychology religion. Jun 07, 2016 here are a few passages i found interesting in jason beduhns truth in translation. Beduhn brings a wealth of research and knowledge to the table. Feb 10, 2020 an examination of the new world translation released in 1950s show that this version meets 64 points out of 64. University press of america paperback 222 pages isbn10. And shout out to ibram, because when i turned this book in, hes the one who said, look, this is jasons book. The divine name in the new testament nwt study bible.
Beduhn has done an outstanding job of explaining and illustrating translation bias in the new testament. Well, i was looking at books today and noticed the truth in translation book. Remember, no translation will be perfect and this has to include the new world translation. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament, has generated considerable controversy for highlighting cases of theological bias in the translation process, by which, he argues, contemporary christian views are anachronistically introduced into the bible versions upon which most modern. On your web site it it reads that, the new world translation nwt. However, this book will certainly polarize ones of. Truth in translation by jason debuhn free download the book touts the nwt to be the most accurate translation, so it has become immensely popular i find linguists not to have that bias, as beduhn and kedar show.
In the words of jason david beduhn, there are none. I was amazed although not surprised at the extent some translators went to adjust the meaning of verses to comply with their preconceived ideas. Truth in translation by jason david beduhn paperback. Apr 29, 2003 i found truth in translation by jason beduhn an excellant book for understanding how and why bias is found in the various translations considered. Jason beduhn in his book truth in translation accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament this is not the only book would strongly disagree with your conclusion that the the nwt is not a reliable translation. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testamentpublished 2003we recommend in all good conscience. Truth in translation by jason david beduhn overdrive. Truth in translation book san antonio public library. This marvel of clarity both in thought and in expression is perfect for use as a textbook, but its perspicacity isnt going to hurt anyone else, either. Can you talk about how the idea of translation, rather than adaptation. While it is difficult to quantify this sort of analysis, it can be said the nwt emerges as the most accurate of the translations compared. Jason beduhn book jason david beduhn is an associate professor of religious studies at northern arizona university, in flagstaff. This is the first fact that beduhns book, truth in translation.
Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament compares nine translationsfrom the kjv to several. Aug 20, 2009 i recently read jason david beduhns truth in translation and found it deeply intriguing and at times disturbing. Apr 26, 2017 good day, well, the old blog gets more hits than this one still, and it is simply because of alex trebek and jason beduhn. May i suggest that truth in translation is a superb book. In his book truth in translation, jason beduhn states. The book touts the nwt to be the most accurate translation, so it has become immensely popular with. Truth in translation is a carefully crafted and scholarly work. It begins with brief treatments of the background to the bible and its translation, the various approaches to translation, and the specific origins of nine translation versions in wide use in the englishspeaking world today. Mar 19, 2020 and shout out to ibram, because when i turned this book in, hes the one who said, look, this is jasons book. Jason david beduhn is the author of truth in translation 4. In order to have any ability to make a judgement about the accuracy of a translation of the new testament from its original greek into modern english, you have to know how to read greek.
Jason beduhn of northern arizona university and is called truth in translation. In addition to the translation the book contains the source greek text and seatons introduction and footnotes. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament by beduhn, jason david and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament compares nine translationsfrom the kjv to several 20th century translations, including the new world translation, not with each other, but with the original greek of the new testament. Augustines manichaean dilemma, volume 1 jason david beduhn.
Then it explores several bible passages where beduhn thinks bias controls a translation s wording. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This isnt even my book anymore, and thats a good thing. Good day, well, the old blog gets more hits than this one still, and it is simply because of alex trebek and jason beduhn. The following discussion took place online, through mediums for both greg stafford and robert bowman, during the month of april, 1998. Sep, 20 jason david beduhn is an associate professor of religious studies at northern arizona university, in flagstaff. According to one count, as many as 55 new english translations of the christian greek scriptures were published between 1952 and 1990.
Written with the student and interested public in mind, truth in translation aims to explain what is. The book of enoch 3 introduction i have based this book on michael a. Recently i was exchanging information with a jw regarding the nwt and he gave me a copy of a summary of quotes presumed selective from a book truth in translation. Whats the most accurate bible translation, who is dr. Jason beduhn project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up. Truth in translation, by jason beduhn who is not george kaplan, nor jason david beduhn is an associate professor of religious studies at. Truth in translation beduhn, jason david university press of america paperback 222 pages isbn10. Jason beduhn is professor of the comparative study of religions at northern arizona university, a guggenheim and national humanities center fellow, and author of the manichaean body 2000, winner of the american academy of religion best first book award, truth in translation 2003, augustines manichaean dilemma vol. We plant new churches and work with existing churches in the middle east to teach and train ministers, and provide resources and materials to help believers be established in the faith.
Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament at. Miscellaneous questions about the new world translation. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament, generated considerable controversy citation needed for highlighting cases of theological bias in the translation process, by which, he argues, contemporary christian views are anachronistically introduced into the bible versions upon which. Excerpts from beduhns truth in translation randall. One of these is jason beduhn, who authored the book truth in translation.
The summary starts by saying the the nwt was quoted. Jason david beduhn the new testament accuracy ana las in i translation. Why do you say the new world translation is not a reliable. In this book, the author makes several claims guaranteed to spark controversy, such as pointing out what he considers bias in contemporary bible translations, as well as claiming that new world translation by jehovahs witnesses is the least biased, at least as far as the. A remarkably good translation watchtower online library.
Truth in translation, accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament, by jason david beduhn, university press of america, lanham, maryland, 2003. It is sometimes charged, incorrectly, that the translation of john 1. I appreciated that, because i put myself in this thing. Jason david beduhn is professor of religious studies at northern arizona university and author of the manichaean body. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament jason beduhns book compares nine translations from the king james version to several 20th century translations, including the new world translation, not with each other, but with the original greek of the new testament. By looking at passages where theological investment is at a premium, the author demonstrates that many versions deviate from accurate. I first heard about the book of enoch a few years ago, while i was. A half of a year back i had posted on the jeopardy question involving which bible translation was the best, why the supposed best translation is not the best, and what jason beduhn said in his book truth in translation. For a list of over 120 languages and dialects in which the divine name can be found in the main text of the new testament, or the. The loeb volume is still in print and available new from click on image right for details.
Truth in translation accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament book. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament beduhn, jason david on. Written with the student and interested public in mind, truth in translation aims to explain what is involved and what is at stake in bible translation. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament, would tell you. Truth in translation is a critical study of biblical translation, assessing the accuracy of nine english versions of the new testament in wide use today. Accuracy and bias in english translations of the new testament by beduhn, jason david and a great selection of related books, art. By looking at passages where theological investment is at a premium, the author demonstrates that many. Overall i recommend it highly, especially for christians but also for people who arent christian but who are still interested in what the bible says, e.