343 Bible 14 – Bible Translation Default Decisions

Last time we focused on the two main translation theories: formal and dynamic equivalence.  This time, we need to take a look at five major default decisions translation teams make at the outset.

1. Units of Measurement and Currency
2. Hebrew Idioms
3. English Vocabulary
4. Editorial Enhancements
5. God’s Name

By becoming familiar with these five topics, you’ll be able to better assess English Bible translations and less susceptible to misunderstandings.

—— Books ——

• The Complete Guide to Bible Translations by Ron Rhodes
• Essential Guide to Bible Versions by Philip W. Comfort
• The Journey from Texts to Translations by Paul D. Wegner
• How to Choose a Translation for All Its Worth by Gordon Fee and Mark Strauss
• The Art of Bible Translation by Robert Alter
• How We Got the Bible by Neil Lightfoot
• The Theory and Practice of Translation by Eugene Nida

—— Links ——

• “Q&A: Translation Decisions for the Christian Standard Bible”
• Check out all the lectures in How We Got the Bible
• See what other classes are available here or on the Restitutio Classes podcast (subscribe in Apple, Spotify, RSS feed)
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