40 Questions about Bible Translation - by Mark L Strauss (Paperback)

About the Book

"The importance of Bible translation in historic and contemporary Christianity cannot be overstated, with millions around the globe reading and studying the Bible in their own language. Mark Strauss answers a wide range of questions about this essential reality of the Christian faith. 40 Questions About Bible Translation addresses questions related to the process and history of Bible translation; Bible versions and international translation efforts; and the multifaceted challenges in translating the Bible."--Back cover.

Book Synopsis

Nearly all believers read a translation of the original texts of the Bible, yet few understand the complex art and scholarship unique to Bible translation

The importance of Bible translation in historic and contemporary Christianity cannot be overstated, with millions around the globe reading and studying the Bible in their own language. Notable translation expert Mark Strauss answers a wide range of questions about this the process and reliability of this endeavor so essential to the core Christian faith.

40 Questions About Bible Translation covers topics related to the process and history of Bible translation; Bible versions and international translation efforts; and the multifaceted challenges in translating the Bible, such as:

• What makes Bible versions different from one another?
• What should be the goal of translation?
• When, why, and how were chapters and verses introduced into the Bible?
• How did the King James Version (KJV) come about?
• How do international Bible translators go about their work?
• What is the difference between grammatical and biological gender and how does this affect translation?

40 Questions About Bible Translation utilizes an accessible question-and-answer format so readers can better understand the Bibles they rely upon, and additional resources are available at 40questions.net.

Review Quotes

"For readers who feel overwhelmed by the present array of English Bible translations on offer, 40 Questions About Bible Translation shines much needed light. Strauss answers every classic question raised about the why and the how of Bible translation. And he does so with that eminently readable style and clarity we have come to expect of his writing. Thorough. Crystal clear. Enjoyable. Everything you've asked about Bible translation gets an answer in 40 Questions About Bible Translation."--Jeannine Brown, PhD "The David Price Professor of Biblical and Theological Foundations, Director of Online Programs, Bethel Seminary of Bethel University" (4/10/2023 12:00:00 AM)

"Mark Strauss's book on Bible translation is an amazing source of information which covers translation philosophy, difficult issues in translating the biblical text, the various translations used, the history of English translations, and so much more. The book is also beautifully written and some of the examples used are quite humorous. Here is a resource, no matter what translation one prefers, that is invaluable and full of wisdom. I anticipate returning to this book often and hope it is read widely."--Thomas R. Schreiner, PhD "James Buchanan Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Associate Dean, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary" (4/10/2023 12:00:00 AM)

"There is no better person to answer your questions about Bible translation than New Testament scholar Mark Strauss. Dr. Strauss draws from a deep well of knowledge and experience filled by many years of professional work as an English Bible translator. He writes in a clear, engaging style that brings clarity to even the most complicated questions. This book is an excellent addition to the 40 Questions series and deserves to be on the shelf of every serious student of biblical studies."--Karen H. Jobes, PhD "Gerald F. Hawthorne Professor Emerita of New Testament Greek and Exegesis, Wheaton College" (4/10/2023 12:00:00 AM)

"Why are there so many Bible versions and what makes them different? These are just two of many questions that the gifted New Testament scholar and translator Mark Strauss answers for the interested reader. Strauss's well-written and compelling book is an amazing compendium of fascinating information about the process, issues, history, and more of the translation of the most important book in the world. If you want to understand your Bible better, I enthusiastically recommend 40 Questions About Bible Translation!"--Tremper Longman, III, PhD "Distinguished Scholar and Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies, Westmont College" (4/10/2023 12:00:00 AM)