Yes - it is a great translation - word for word literal translation of the KJV - however I do not think any translation is entirely word for word or literal but this is very close. No single English translation will ever represent the original biblical languages perfectly. Why? In part because the Bible's ancient languages do not function like English. A word in Hebrew, Greek, or Aramaic might not have an exact English word to match. The NIV is also a good translation and delivers the very best combination of accuracy and readability. As of March 2013, over 450 million printed copies of the translation had been distributed. The NIV is the best-selling translation in the United States and is the best seller in Australia as well. I like both but for memorising scripture the NKJV for me is best as I love the way the text reads.
I need to add a New King James Bible to my library!
Yes - it is a great translation - word for word literal translation of the KJV - however I do not think any translation is entirely word for word or literal but this is very close.
No single English translation will ever represent the original biblical languages perfectly. Why? In part because the Bible's ancient languages do not function like English. A word in Hebrew, Greek, or Aramaic might not have an exact English word to match.
The NIV is also a good translation and delivers the very best combination of accuracy and readability. As of March 2013, over 450 million printed copies of the translation had been distributed. The NIV is the best-selling translation in the United States and is the best seller in Australia as well.
I like both but for memorising scripture the NKJV for me is best as I love the way the text reads.
Looks like a good size to keep in the truck or throw in a backpack. The NKJV is my favorite translation.
Yes - it is a great translation (the received text) - take a look at one of my other videos on the NKJV compact zippered Bible !!