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Biblical Revision considerations in favour of a revised translation of Holy Scripture

By Edward Slater

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Discover how one author in the 1800s pushed for a Bible update to correct old errors and make the scriptures easier to understand for everyone.

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2021-03-06
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"Biblical Revision: Considerations in Favor of a Revised Translation of Holy Scripture" by Edward Slater is a book from 1856 that makes a case for updating the Bible to a more accurate translation. It explains how the current version at the time had mistakes and wasn't true enough to the original texts. The book talks about concerns people had about changing the Bible translation but shows why it's important to have a version that everyone can easily understand. Slater believes that fixing the mistakes could make it easier for people to understand the Bible and grow spiritually, especially since society was becoming more thoughtful about the importance of scripture. Through examples of misinterpreted passages, this book highlights the need for a translation that speaks to today's readers while keeping the Bible's original meaning safe.

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