About Bible Translation
Background of the NIV and TNIV Bibles and Other Bible
Translation Resources
International Bible Society is the translation sponsor
of the New International Version (NIV) Bible and
Today's New International Version (TNIV) Bible.
Listed below are resources that provide detailed information
about the translation process and background for these
two Bible translations:
 A
Closer Look into Bible Translation (Video)
We begin this journey with a brief overview of the history
of translating the Bible into English. Then we'll learn
what experts and scholars have to say about the issues
surrounding Bible translation. Finally, we'll learn what
the Committee
on Bible Translation (CBT) has to say about the newest
major translation, the
TNIV Bible, and how it compares to other translations.
 Bible, Babel and Babble
- The Foundations of Bible Translation
By Dr. Scott Munger
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Babel’s effects continue, and not only among modern “tower
builders.” Misunderstandings related to the nature of language
also confuse the Church, whether in missionary work, cross-cultural
dialogue, or the use of the Bible itself. Sadly, there
is a great deal of babble spread around concerning the
essence of Bible translation. Intra-church strife, and
even carnage, result from Babel’s confusion. This work,
drawn upon the study of numerous languages and cultures,
is an attempt to dispel some of that confusion.
That is why it was called Babel—because there the LORD
confused the language of the whole world. From there
the LORD scattered them over the face of the whole earth. (Genesis
11:9 NIV)
After this I looked and there before me was a great
multitude that no one could count, from every nation,
tribe, people and language, standing before the throne
and in front of the Lamb. They were wearing white robes
and were holding palm branches in their hands. (Revelation
7:9 NIV)
Lack of knowledge about the nature of language continues
to trouble the Church, especially in relation to translation
of the Bible. The following pages provide a foundation
for that vital task. The author served with International
Bible Society and is a member of Wycliff Bible Translators.
He has an MA in Linguistics from the University of Texas
at Arlington, a Ph.D. in Bible Translation from the Free
University of the Netherlands, and has assisted in Bible
translation projects in Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
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