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Mark Taylor, current chief at Tyndale House Publishers and son of the founder of the company, has a post up about the style of the NLT, sort of. Many simply assume that the Dynamic approach (of course, I use that word in several ways!) to translating (yes, translating, not paraphrasing an earlier edition of the Scriptures) the NLT is adding to the text.
In the comments section, a commentator points to Acts 2.38, from the 2004, edition, which was changed to reflect a certain view on baptism. This was an interpretation, which was repealed in the 2007 version. This is one of the strengths, in my opinion, of Tyndale and the NLT, that they are trying to improve their translation, and not build a cult following around a set-in-stone edition.
You can read the post here:
NLT Blog.
Also, you may note the fact that the NLT Blog will be renewing itself as a new edition (like the Mosaic, not a fourth revision) is prepared.
And, one more thing. Helen Adam Sabados is interviewed for the Tyndale Blog. Adam is a great guy, at least on Twitter, and sets a fine example of the employees at Tyndale, on Twitter. Although he is from Ohio, is not that bad of a guy, on Twitter.
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What will 2012 herald? A New Bible From Tyndale, not the end of the world
On Friday, during a highly confidential conversation on Twitter which was just between Keith Williams, General Editor at Tyndale House Publishers; Christian, world renown blogger, New Monastic, and quite possibly the world’s most interesting man; and myself, a humble, humble, and I mean, just really humble guy… this bit of information was dropped for all the world to see:
Seriously, I am the most humblest guy I know. It’s not easy, but I manage somehow. I guess, if I had to answer the question of my most enduring trait, it would humility, because I am humble. I am more humble than you, trust me.
Now, as the Self-Appointed NLT-O Missionary, and humble guy, I am waiting to hear about this…
And frankly, having a new NLT (or edition of the NLT) out in 2012 makes having Sarah Palin as the next President of the United States almost bearable.
Who in the World is Christy Wong and why should you care?
Posted by Joel in Other Posts on September 9, 2010
I’ve been on the road a lot this week, and when not on the road, doing some Seminary work and reading a lot, which ironically, is also a part of Seminary work, but I wanted to share with you a post from the Tyndale Blog. Featuring Christy Wong, it tells the tale of a wonder-seeking Publicist who braves the cold, the sleet, and yes, the year-round mild climates of Chicago to bring to us daily, tales of runs (sickening, really, just evil) and pugs (okay, not so evil, but they are dogs and dogs spelled backwards, and a little sideways, is headache, although pugs are pretty cute) while blogging and twittering (which only the highest of Christians do, which is not a jab at #jimwest) about lots of things, not just what is happening at Tyndale.
As a reviewer, blogger, and #NLTO, and one who enjoys highlighting good Christian companies as well as the way they interact with us non-good, Christian, corporations, I am pleased to direct your attention to the following blog post by ‘some guy’ –
Tyndale House Publishers – Christian Fiction, Nonfiction, Children’s Books and Bibles.
But, honestly, Christy, why the running? I mean, if you have to go somewhere, get a car. And someone to carry you to the car. And someone to drive you around. Then, someone to get what you need and come back to the car, then dtive you home. Then, they need to pick you up and carry you inside.
Anyway, in all seriousness, Christy is great to interact with and a great example of that Tyndale House Publishers is behind the scenes.
Another Reason to Like Tyndale Publishers – Tori Farquhar
Posted by Joel in Religious News on August 10, 2010
Yes, I know – another Tyndale post… But still, when you think about, what are the charges against bible publishers? Greedy. Only about the money. Giant, faceless corporations, bent on world domination (okay, so I’ll give you that one, Zondervan, since you are owned by Rupert M.),. But bible publishing companies like Tyndale (which several of their employees on Twitter) and Thomas Nelson (whose CEO, Michael Hyatt blogs and tweets interactively as well) have really created a public face in which their employees act as goodwill ambassadors in which they interact with us. With grants, support of missions, and friendly employees, etc… it makes one proud to support such companies.
The newly engaged Adam Sabados has interviewed one of the employees at Tyndale who is looking forward to the mission field herself,
I recently sat down with Tori Farquhar, one of Tyndale’s customer service representatives for an interview (well, actually I emailed her a list of questions, and she emailed them back). Tori does general customer service, as well as author and national accounts customer service. Her and her husband Tom recently finished a two-year program at New Tribes Bible Institute in Jackson, MI.
You should read the rest of the interview here.
Don’t forget, Tyndale provides money with each NLT purchase for bible translations, etc… Go, buy an NLT.
I am glad that the Tyndale team is taking their show on the road so to speak. While several of the employees are active on Twitter and even on Facebook, their blog had suffered for a while. But, recently, they started to commit to reforming it for a better use. Well done!
A Word about Tyndale’s NLT Metal Bibles
Posted by Joel in Book Review, NLT on June 15, 2010
No doubt by now, many of you know that I dearly the New Living Translation. As I have said before, it has saved my bible reading and rewarded me with a daughter who loves to read, loves her bible and is now reading well above her grade level. Now my son is wanting his own bible – it is catchy, I reckon. I mean, he sees that we read it, that his sister has one and that she not only reads it, but reads it during our family devotionals. So, he wants one, so that he can participate as well.
Tyndale as a great series of bibles, geared to those who individuals who are, um, active in their bible reading. My daughter has the pink metal bible, had has had it for several years. It has survived long distance travel, drops, bangs, spills, sunlight, and 2 years of active childhood. Intact. These metal bibles are small enough for young children, and durable as well. The NLT inside is free of any devotional materials, or added study aids, just the text itself, a durable and wonderful translation meant to be read and understood by all ages.
My son, unlike his well poised father, is clumsy, much like his father. Just holding the bible, he is liable to drop it several times. And asking him to carry it around is asking for trouble, yet, the metal casing does the job well. Plus, with it being camouflaged, it is suddenly ‘cool.’ I can see this bible being used by my son as he grows up for a long time to come. Whether at home, camping, or even waiting for that prize-winning buck to walk within range.
Review: Girl’s Life Application Study Bible, NLT
Posted by Leigh Anne in Book Review on June 15, 2010
Our daughter (age 8 ) received The Girl’s Life application Study Bible as a reward for straight A’s on her end-of-year report card (thanks to Tyndale!). She is the ultimate girly girl so right off she enjoyed the looks of this Bible. It’s glittery, pink & purple and when you open it all the way, there is a butterfly on the cover. The edges of the paper are pink & purple as well and make up pretty flowers.
We thumbed through checking out all of the features and we found out pretty quickly how great this life application Bible is! At first glance, I was very impressed with the quick answers feature. Here there are alphabetically listed answers to “nagging questions” that inevitably arise in a young girl’s life. As Abigael and I read I asked her to give me a topic to read about, something that she thinks about or something that worries her. She chose Popularity, we found it and underneath were several scriptures to read. We read each one and had a long discussion about why popularity is not important. These quick answers allow her to go to the bible and apply scripture to her life. She is still young but has concerns and questions none the less.
Next we checked out Amazing Facts. These facts are randomly laid out within the chapters of each book. They are short facts about people or events that took place in the chapter it is nearest to. With the fact comes the corresponding scripture. Also, in the back of the book there is a “Greatest Stories Reading Plan” where you can check off reading assignments as you go, in order to read the bible in one year. another favorite feature for Abigael is the magazine like History Remix. This section tells about clothes, jewelry, places & animals of the bible times. Charts and Maps are also scattered through out this bible.
Some other features include I Survived, which are personal stories collected from teens across the country. They tell of survival and how they made it through some situations in their lives. This helps a girl realize she is not alone. This Bible, in general, really tries to connect and it is successful. Is it OK? are notes designed to help you learn what the Bible has to say about some questions that may be on your mind. They are age appropriate. Book Introduction is a brief overview of what you will see in each Bible book and the main idea in each book.
There are some things that are a bit more applicable for older girls in their teens. We’ll be saving those for later but we can see this bible growing with our daughter. She has been enjoying it and looks forward to reading it and of course how she looks carrying it. Overall this is a wonderful bible that relates and is applicable for girls of all ages (and maybe even mom).
(Polycarp’s thought: There is no greater joy than to share the love of God with someone, and that joy is exponentially mulitplied when it is your children. This is my daughter’s second NLT, the second bible she has asked for, and the second one which she curls up with and reads to us and her siblings. Sometimes, it takes a little ownership over a bible to get the children to enjoy reading it, with enjoy being the operative word.)
Review: Opening John’s Gospel and Epistles
Posted by Joel in Book Review, John on June 7, 2010
Written by Philip W. Comfort and Wendell C. Hawley initially as two separate works, one devoted to the Gospel of John and the other to the Epistles (In Tyndale’s Cornerstone Commentary series), Tyndale as republished the works together, allowing the reader access to Johannine
Theology. They are conservative, but not stodgy or predictable; evangelical, but not light weight. Written to any reader, the commentary covers a wide range of points, including textual criticism as well as the often unspoken canonical history.
The entire work begins with a thorough introduction, not only to the commentary, but to John as well. The authors highlight commonly used words, giving an entry worthy of a lexicon. Each section begins with an Exposition, which summarizes and highlights important points, highlights key words and phrases, and ends with an examination, line by line examination of the passage under scrutiny. They are highly respectful of the text and tradition, but not to the point of merely rehashing what other commentators have said throughout the centuries.
They recognize and speak to current criticism over authorship and initial audience. They arrive at a conservative viewpoint. Their notes are not highly scholarly, forgoing the use of Greek generally, trying to bring, what the title implies, an opening to what of the New Testament’s much debated Gospels. In doing so, they do not diminish the depth and breadth of the Gospel. While engaging the Church Fathers, they don’t take them as the end of the conversation, such as in 19.9-11 where the authors highlight the text over the conclusions drawn by Augustine and Chrysostom. Some of their conclusions are those that I have not been introduced to, such as their explanation of John 14.1-4. While using the NLT for John’s Epistles (which is what the Cornerstone Commentary is based upon), they aren’t hesitant about suggesting a different reading, such as in 1st John 4.20.
This commentary should be made use of in personal studying, no doubt, but so too in group settings. A bibliography is provided for further reading, as is a listing of Greek manuscripts. It is important to study the Gospel of John, for no less reason than it is the single work written to prove the deity of Christ. It is a testament to an early community’s contention that Christ was no mere mortal, prophet or teacher, but that He was the ‘I Am.’ Comfort and Hawley do not disappoint in opening John’s work to this understanding.
You may find another review here.
