Author Description
Since its first publication in the United Kingdom in 1990, the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible has established itself as one of the finest modern translations of the biblical text ever produced. Already extensively used in theological faculties in major universities and colleges, this version is not only ideal for academic work, but also lends itself perfectly to liturgical worship, group Bible study in parishes, and personal reading. Oxford University Press is proud to announce the publication of a new Anglicized edition of the highly-respected text. The work of Anglicization has been undertaken in full-co-operation with the leading American academics responsible for the original work of translation. By this means, the foundational scholarship which underpins the NRSV has been safeguarded, but enhanced for readers in the UK, and other countries where British usage is preferred. The changes made to the text do not impair the translation, but rather ensure that the meaning is immediately clear for the reader.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume presents the New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) of the Bible, aiming to provide a modern, scholarly, and accessible translation for both academic and liturgical use. The text is the result of a collaborative effort between American biblical scholars and British editors to create an Anglicized version that maintains rigorous translation standards while ensuring clarity for readers in the United Kingdom and other regions favoring British English usage. It serves as a foundational resource for theological study and communal worship.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- The complete text of the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible
- Anglicized spelling and terminology adjustments for British usage
- Scholarly translation based on original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek manuscripts
Scope Limits
- This edition does not include extensive theological commentary or critical footnotes beyond the standard translation notes
- It does not cover non-canonical or apocryphal texts outside the scope of the standard NRSV canon
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and academics frequently cite the NRSV as a standard for theological research due to its commitment to literal accuracy and inclusive language. Readers often note the balance between formal academic precision and the readability required for public liturgical reading.
Page Count:
1200
Publication Date:
1995-11-02
Publisher:
Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN-10:
0191070009
ISBN-13:
9780191070006
Religion
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Bible
Christianity
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