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Author Topic:   JW Bible. What do scholars say? Is it respected, or scriptural OK or accurate?
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08-17-2005 11:13 PM


Ok, yes we know the Jehovah Witnesses scripture is written to support their beliefs.
Example:
On the cross when Jesus tells the one thief he will be in paradise a catholic/protest, American, kjv, niv and the other translations all say this:
quote:
I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.
But the Jw's version, (I forget the actual name of it) says this:
quote:
I tell you today, you will be with me in paradise.
Notice the difference?
A comma can change the dogma
Now I have actually heard, from the Jw's I had a bible study with that their translation has been highly esteemed and has had great acclaim for it from actual scholars and scripture readers, writers, the guys that come up with the new translations etc.
Is this actually true?
Does anyone know if their bible is a credible one?
Please don't respond from your beliefs of what your christianity says. I want to know if the Jw's are warranted to use their translation.
Basically, is it a good translation or one that is shady, that has tampered with the actual scripture.
I care about the moral issues of the JW's, I know them. I have studied with some of them and studied their faith. Though if someone would like to start a thread on what you've think they've done or do I would be extremely interested.
It isn't good manners to do one whole JW thread, too many topics.
I will appreciate all replies.
-Chris Porteus

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08-18-2005 12:02 AM
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AdminPhats "mod" reply to Chris
The JW Bible is called the New World Translation. When you ask what scolars think, you have to be more specific. JW scholars are quite happy with their translation. Orthodox Christian scholars are not as happy with it. Perhaps your topic could focus more on either JW scholars or more on Protestant scholars or even more on Catholic scholars....all of whom have some good arguments akin to their beliefs. Personally, I do not agree with JW theology entirely, but I will give them credit for being able to back up their theology using their interpretations of scripture! Which way do you want to go with this one, Chris? Other Mods...a little input also?

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Re: AdminPhats "mod" reply to Chris
Social and religious issues, maybe.

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08-18-2005 1:11 AM


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