MAT THRU REV. VERSIONS COMPARED.

MATTHEW 1:25

King James: And knew her not till she had brought forth her firstborn son: and he called his name JESUS.

New King James: and did not know her till she had brought forth her firstborn Son. And he called His name Jesus.

American Standard: and knew her not till she had brought forth a son: and he called his name JESUS.

Living Bible: but she remained a virgin until her Son was born; and Joseph named him ``Jesus.''

New International: But he had no union with her until she gave birth to a son. And he gave him the name Jesus.

Revised Standard: but knew her not until she had borne a son; and he called his name Jesus.

(It is interesting that the same manuscript is used in the ASV, NIV, RSV and other versions than the KJV and they differ in so many places. It makes me wonder what is the purpose. Why are there so many variations between these supposedly better translations?)

MATTHEW 5:44

King James: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

New King James: "But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you,

American Standard: but I say unto you, love your enemies, and pray for them that persecute you;

Living Bible: But I say: Love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you!

New International: But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,

Revised Standard: But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you,

MATTHEW 6:13

King James: And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.

New King James: And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. for Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

American Standard: And bring us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.

Living Bible: Don't bring us into temptation, but deliver us from the Evil One. Amen.'

New International: And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. '

Revised Standard: And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil.

New

Revised Standard: And do not bring us to the time of trial, but rescue us from the evil one.

MATTHEW 6:27

King James: Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature?

New King James: "Which of you by worrying can add one cubit to his stature?

American Standard: And which of you by being anxious can add one cubit unto the measure of his life?

Living Bible: Will all your worries add a single moment to your life?

New International: Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life ?

Revised Standard: And which of you by being anxious can add one cubit to his span of life?

*New

Revised Standard: And can any of you by worrying add a single hour to your span of life?

*compare the Revised and New Revised Versions differences, is it time or linear.

MATTHEW 6:33

King James: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

New King James: "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

American Standard: But seek ye first his kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Living Bible: and he will give them to you if you give him first place in your life and live as he wants you to.

New International: But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

Revised Standard: But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things shall be yours as well.

*New

Revised Standard: But strive first for the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

*compare the Revised and New Revised Versions differences.

MATTHEW 8:29

Greek New Testament Mt 8:29 kai idou ekraxan legontev ti hmin kai soi ihsou uie tou yeou hlyev wde pro kairou basanisai hmav .

King James: And, behold, they cried out, saying, What have we to do with thee, Jesus, thou Son of God? art thou come hither to torment us before the time?

New King James: And suddenly they cried out, saying, "What have we to do with You, Jesus, You Son of God? Have You come here to torment us before the time?''

American Standard: And behold, they cried out, saying, What have we to do with thee, thou Son of God? art thou come hither to torment us before the time?

Living Bible: They began screaming at him, ``What do you want with us, O Son of God? You have no right to torment us yet.''

New International: "What do you want with us, Son of God?" they shouted. "Have you come here to torture us before the appointed time?"

Revised Standard: And behold, they cried out, "What have you to do with us, O Son of God? Have you come here to torment us before the time?"

MATTHEW 9:13

King James: But go ye and learn what that meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

New King James: "But go and learn what this means: `I desire mercy and not sacrifice.' For I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.''

American Standard: But go ye and learn what this meaneth, I desire mercy, and not sacrifice, for I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.

Living Bible: Then he added, ``Now go away and learn the meaning of this verse of Scripture, `It isn't your sacrifices and your gifts I want--I want you to be merciful.' For I have come to urge sinners, not the self-$ righteous, back to God.''

New International: But go and learn what this means: `I desire mercy, not sacrifice.' For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners."

Revised Standard: Go and learn what this means, 'I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.' For I came not to call the righteous, but sinners."

MATTHEW 12:35

King James: A good man out of the good treasure of the heart bringeth forth good things: and an evil man out of the evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.

New King James: "A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things, and an evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth evil things.

American Standard: The good man out of his good treasure bringeth forth good things: and the evil man out of his evil treasure bringeth forth evil things.

Living Bible: A good man's speech reveals the rich treasures within him. An evil-hearted man is filled with venom, and his speech reveals it.

New International: The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in him, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in him.

Revised Standard: The good man out of his good treasure brings forth good, and the evil man out of his evil treasure brings forth evil.

MATTHEW 12:47

King James: Then one said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren stand without, desiring to speak with thee.

New King James: Then one said to Him, "Look, Your mother and Your brothers are standing outside, seeking to speak with You.''

American Standard: And one said unto him, Behold, thy mother and thy brethren stand without, seeking to speak to thee.

Revised Standard:

Living Bible: As Jesus was speaking in a crowded house his mother and brothers were outside, wanting to talk with him. When someone told him they were there,

New International: Someone told him, "Your mother and brothers are standing outside, wanting to speak to you."

MATTHEW 13:51

King James: Jesus saith unto them, Have ye understood all these things? They say unto him, Yea, Lord.

New King James: Jesus said to them, "Have you understood all these things?'' They said to Him, "Yes, Lord.''

American Standard: Have ye understood all these things? They say unto him, Yea.

Living Bible: Do you understand?' '`Yes,'' they said, ``we do.''

New International: "Have you understood all these things?" Jesus asked. "Yes," they replied.

Revised Standard: "Have you understood all this?" They said to him, "Yes."

MATTHEW 15:8

King James: This people draweth nigh unto me with their mouth, and honoureth me with their lips; but their heart is far from me.

New King James: `These people draw near to Me with their mouth, and honor Me with their lips, but their heart is far from Me.

American Standard: This people honoreth me with their lips; But their heart is far from me.

Living Bible: `These people say they honor me, but their hearts are far away.

New International: "`These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.

Revised Standard: 'This people honors me with their lips, but their heart is far from me;

MATTHEW 16:3

King James: And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowring. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times?

New King James: "and in the morning, `It will be foul weather today, for the sky is red and threatening.' Hypocrites| You know how to discern the face of the sky, but you cannot discern the signs of the times.

American Standard: And in the morning, It will be foul weather to-day: for the heaven is red and lowering. Ye know how to discern the face of the heaven; but ye cannot discern the signs of the times.

Living Bible: He replied, ``You are good at reading the weather signs of the skies--red sky tonight means fair weather tomorrow; red sky in the morning means foul weather all day--but you can't read the obvious signs of the times!

New International: and in the morning, `Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.' You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.

Revised Standard: And in the morning, 'It will be stormy today, for the sky is red and threatening.' You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.

MATTHEW 16:20

King James: Then charged he his disciples that they should tell no man that he was Jesus the Christ.

New King James: Then He commanded His disciples that they should tell no one that He was Jesus the Christ.

American Standard: Then charged he the disciples that they should tell no man that he was the Christ.

Living Bible: Then he warned the disciples against telling others that he was the Messiah.

Then he warned his disciples not to tell anyone that he was the Christ.

Revised Standard: Then he strictly charged the disciples to tell no one that he was the Christ.

MATTHEW 17:21

King James: Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.

New King James: "However, this kind does not go out except by prayer and fasting.''

American Standard: * [But this kind goeth not out save by prayer and fasting.]

* [ Text that is set inside this type of bracket in the ASV is not considered as part of the originals and is describes as added. ] However, the greatest number of manuscripts have these words and certainly should be included in the Bible.

New American Standard: Omits the verses all together.

Revised Standard: ...Omits the verses all together.

New International: Omits the verses all together.

Living Bible: But this kind of demon won't leave unless you have prayed and gone without food.''

MATTHEW 18:11

King James: For the Son of man is come to save that which was lost.

New King James: "For the Son of Man has come to save that which was lost.

American Standard: [For the Son of man came to save that which was lost.]* [ Text that is set inside this type of bracket in the ASV is not considered as part of the originals and is describes as added. ] However, the greatest number of manuscripts have this words and certainly should be included in the Bible.

Revised Standard: ...Omits the verses all together.

New International: ...Omits the verses all together.

Living Bible: And I, the Messiah, came to save the lost.

MATTHEW 19:17

King James: And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments.

New King James: So He said to him, "Why do you call Me good? No one is good but One, that is, God. But if you want to enter into life, keep the commandments.''

American Standard: And he said unto him, Why askest thou me concerning that which is good? One there is who is good: but if thou wouldest enter into life, keep the commandments.

Living Bible: ``When you call me good you are calling me God,'' Jesus replied, ``for God alone is truly good. But to answer your question, you can get to heaven if you keep the commandments.''

New International: "Why do you ask me about what is good?" Jesus replied. "There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, obey the commandments."

Revised Standard: And he said to him, "Why do you ask me about what is good? One there is who is good. If you would enter life, keep the commandments."

MATTHEW 20:7

King James: They say unto him, Because no man hath hired us. He saith unto them, Go ye also into the vineyard; and whatsoever is right, that shall ye receive.

New King James: "They said to him, `Because no one hired us.' He said to them, `You also go into the vineyard, and whatever is right you will receive.'

American Standard: They say unto him, Because no man hath hired us. He saith unto them, Go ye also into the vineyard.

Living Bible: ```Because no one hired us,' they replied.`` `Then go on out and join the others in my fields,' he told them.

New International: "`Because no one has hired us,' they answered. "He said to them, `You also go and work in my vineyard.'

Revised Standard: They said to him, 'Because no one has hired us.' He said to them, 'You go into the vineyard too.'

MATTHEW 20:16

King James: So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen.

New King James: "So the last will be first, and the first last. For many are called, but few chosen.''

American Standard: So the last shall be first, and the first last.

Living Bible: And so it is that the last shall be first, and the first, last.''

New International: "So the last will be first, and the first will be last."

Revised Standard: So the last will be first, and the first last."

MATTHEW 20:22

King James: But Jesus answered and said, Ye know not what ye ask. Are ye able to drink of the cup that I shall drink of, and to be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with? They say unto him, We are able.

New King James: But Jesus answered and said, "You do not know what you ask. Are you able to drink the cup that I am about to drink, and be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with?'' They said to Him, "We are able.''

American Standard: But Jesus answered and said, Ye know not what ye ask. Are ye able to drink the cup that I am about to drink? They say unto him, We are able.

Living Bible: But Jesus told her, ``You don't know what you are asking!'' Then he turned to James and John and asked them, ``Are you able to drink from the terrible cup I am about to drink from?''``Yes,'' they replied, ``we are able!''

New International: "You don't know what you are asking," Jesus said to them. "Can you drink the cup I am going to drink?" "We can," they answered.

Revised Standard: But Jesus answered, "You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I am to drink?" They said to him, "We are able."

MATTHEW 25:13

King James: Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.

New King James: "Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour in which the Son of Man is coming.

American Standard: Watch therefore, for ye know not the day nor the hour.

Living Bible: ``So stay awake and be prepared, for you do not know the date or moment of my return.

New International: "Therefore keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour.

Revised Standard: Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour.

MATTHEW 27:35

King James: And they crucified him, and parted his garments, casting lots: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet, They parted my garments among them, and upon my vesture did they cast lots.

New King James: Then they crucified Him, and divided His garments, casting lots, that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by the prophet: "They divided My garments among them, and for My clothing they cast lots.''

American Standard: And when they had crucified him, they parted his garments among them, casting lots;

Living Bible: After the crucifixion, the soldiers threw dice to divide up his clothes among themselves.

New International: When they had crucified him, they divided up his clothes by casting lots.

Revised Standard: And when they had crucified him, they divided his garments among them by casting lots;

MATTHEW 28:2

King James: And, behold, there was a great earthquake: for the angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it.

New King James: And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat on it.

American Standard: And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled away the stone, and sat upon it.

Living Bible: Suddenly there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and rolled aside the stone and sat on it.

New International: There was a violent earthquake, for an angel of the Lord came down from heaven and, going to the tomb, rolled back the stone and sat on it.

Revised Standard: And behold, there was a great earthquake; for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and came and rolled back the stone, and sat upon it.

MATTHEW 28:9

King James: And as they went to tell his disciples, behold, Jesus met them, saying, All hail. And they came and held him by the feet, and worshipped him.

New King James: And as they went to tell His disciples, behold, Jesus met them, saying, "Rejoice'' And they came and held Him by the feet and worshipped Him.

American Standard: And behold, Jesus met them, saying, All hail. And they came and took hold of his feet, and worshipped him.

Living Bible: And as they were running, suddenly Jesus was there in front of them!``Good morning!'' he said. And they fell to the ground before him, holding his feet and worshipping him.

New International: Suddenly Jesus met them. "Greetings," he said. They came to him, clasped his feet and worshipped him.

Revised Standard: And behold, Jesus met them and said, "Hail!" And they came up and took hold of his feet and worshipped him.

MARK 1:14

King James: Now after that John was put in prison, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,

New King James: Now after John was put in prison, Jesus came to Galilee, preaching the gospel of the kingdom of God,

American Standard: Now after John was delivered up, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of God,

Living Bible: Later on, after John was arrested by King Herod, Jesus went to Galilee to preach God's Good News.

New International: After John was put in prison, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God.

Revised Standard: Now after John was arrested, Jesus came into Galilee, preaching the gospel of God,

MARK 1:31

King James: And he came and took her by the hand, and lifted her up; and immediately the fever left her, and she ministered unto them.

New King James: So He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up, and immediately the fever left her. And she served them.

American Standard: and he came and took her by the hand, and raised her up; and the fever left her, and she ministered unto them.

Living Bible: He went to her bedside, and as he took her by the hand and helped her to sit up, the fever suddenly left, and she got up and prepared dinner for them!

New International: So he went to her, took her hand and helped her up. The fever left her and she began to wait on them.

Revised Standard: And he came and took her by the hand and lifted her up, and the fever left her; and she served them.

MARK 2:17

King James: When Jesus heard it, he saith unto them, They that are whole have no need of the physician, but they that are sick: I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.

New King James: When Jesus heard it, He said to them, "Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners, to repentance.''

American Standard: And when Jesus heard it, he saith unto them, They that are whole have no need of a physician, but they that are sick: Icame not to call the righteous, but sinners.

Living Bible: When Jesus heard what they were saying, he told them, ``Sick people need the doctor, not healthy ones! I haven't come to tell good people to repent, but the bad ones.''

New International: On hearing this, Jesus said to them, "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners."

Revised Standard: And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, "Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick; I came not to call the righteous, but sinners."

MARK 6:11

King James: And whosoever shall not receive you, nor hear you, when ye depart thence, shake off the dust under your feet for a testimony against them. Verily I say unto you, It shall be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrha in the day of judgment, than for that city.

New King James: "And whoever will not receive you nor hear you, when you depart from there, shake off the dust under your feet as a testimony against them. Assuredly, I say to you, it will be more tolerable for Sodom and Gomorrah in the day of judgment than for that city|''

American Standard: And whatsoever place shall not receive you, and they hear you not, as ye go forth thence, shake off the dust that is under your feet for a testimony unto them.

Living Bible: ``And whenever a village won't accept you or listen to you, shake off the dust from your feet as you leave; it is a sign that you have abandoned it to its fate.''

New International: And if any place will not welcome you or listen to you, shake the dust off your feet when you leave, as a testimony against them."

Revised Standard: And if any place will not receive you and they refuse to hear you, when you leave, shake off the dust that is on your feet for a testimony against them."

MARK 7:8

King James: For laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the tradition of men, as the washing of pots and cups: and many other such like things ye do.

New King James: "For laying aside the commandment of God, you hold the tradition of menthe washing of pitchers and cups, and many other such things you do.''

American Standard: Ye leave the commandment of God, and hold fast the tradition of men.

Living Bible: For you ignore God's specific orders and substitute your own traditions.

New International: You have let go of the commands of God and are holding on to the traditions of men."

Revised Standard: You leave the commandment of God, and hold fast the tradition of men."

MARK 7:16

King James: If any man have ears to hear, let him hear.

New King James: "If anyone has ears to hear, let him hear|''

American Standard: [If any man hath ears to hear, let him hear.]* [ Text that is set inside this type of bracket in the ASV is not considered as part of the originals and is describes as added. ] However, the greatest number of manuscripts have this words and certainly should be included in the Bible.

Revised Standard: ...

New International:..

Living Bible: Your souls aren't harmed by what you eat, but by what you think and say!''

MARK 9 :24

King James: And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.

New King James: Immediately the father of the child cried out and said with tears, "Lord, I believe; help my unbelief.''

American Standard: Straightway the father of the child cried out, and said, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.

Living Bible: The father instantly replied, ``I do have faith; oh, help me to have more!''

New International: Immediately the boy's father exclaimed, "I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!"

Revised Standard: Immediately the father of the child cried out and said, "I believe; help my unbelief!"

MARK 9:44

King James: Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.

New King James: "where `their worm does not die and the fire is not quenched.'

American Standard: [where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.]* [ Text that is set inside this type of bracket in the ASV is not considered as part of the originals and is describes as added. ] However, the greatest number of manuscripts have this words and certainly should be included in the Bible.

Revised Standard: ...

New International:..

Living Bible: ``If your hand does wrong, cut it off. Better live forever with one hand than be thrown into the unquenchable fires of hell with two!

MARK 9:46

King James: Where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.

New King James: "where `their worm does not die and the fire is not quenched.'

American Standard: [where their worm dieth not, and the fire is not quenched.]

Revised Standard: ...

New International:..

Living Bible: If your foot carries you toward evil, cut it off! Better be lame and live forever than have two feet that carry you to hell.

MARK 9:49

King James: For every one shall be salted with fire, and every sacrifice shall be salted with salt.

New King James: "For everyone will be seasoned with fire, and every sacrifice will be seasoned with salt.

American Standard: For every one shall be salted with fire.

Living Bible: where all are salted with fire.

New International: Everyone will be salted with fire.

Revised Standard: For every one will be salted with fire.

MARK 10:21

King James: Then Jesus beholding him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go thy way, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, take up the cross, and follow me.

New King James: Then Jesus, looking at him, loved him, and said to him, "One thing you lack: Go your way, sell whatever you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, take up the cross, and follow Me.''

American Standard: And Jesus looking upon him loved him, and said unto him, One thing thou lackest: go, sell whatsoever thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me.

Living Bible: Jesus felt genuine love for this man as he looked at him. ``You lack only one thing,'' he told him; ``go and sell all you have and give the money to the poor--and you shall have treasure in heaven--and come, follow me.''

New International: Jesus looked at him and loved him. "One thing you lack," he said. "Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me."

Revised Standard: And Jesus looking upon him loved him, and said to him, "You lack one thing; go, sell what you have, and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me."

MARK 10:24

King James: And the disciples were astonished at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!

New King James: And the disciples were astonished at His words. But Jesus answered again and said to them, "Children, how hard it is for those who trust in riches to enter the kingdom of God

American Standard: And the disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus answereth again, and saith unto them, Children, how hard is it for them that trust in riches to enter into the kingdom of God!

Living Bible: This amazed them. So Jesus said it again: ``Dear children, how hard it is for those who trust in riches to enter the Kingdom of God.

New International: The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said again, "Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God!

Revised Standard: And the disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said to them again, "Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God!
MARK 11:10

King James: Blessed be the kingdom of our father David, that cometh in the name of the Lord: Hosanna in the highest.

New King James: Blessed is the kingdom of our father David that comes in the name of the Lord| Hosanna in the highest|''

American Standard: Blessed is the kingdom that cometh, the kingdom of our father David: Hosanna in the highest.

Living Bible: ``Praise God for the return of our father David's kingdom '' ``Hail to the King of the universe!''

New International: "Blessed is the coming kingdom of our father David!" "Hosanna in the highest!"

Revised Standard: Blessed is the kingdom of our father David that is coming! Hosanna in the highest!"

MARK 11:26

King James: But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father which is in heaven forgive your trespasses.

New King James: "But if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.''

American Standard: [But if ye do not forgive, neither will your Father who is in heaven forgive your trespasses.]* [ Text that is set inside this type of bracket in the ASV is not considered as part of the originals and is describes as added. ] However, the greatest number of manuscripts have this words and certainly should be included in the Bible.

Revised Standard: ...

New International:..

Living Bible: By this time they had arrived in Jerusalem again, and as he was walking through the Temple area, the chief priests and other Jewish leaders came up to him demanding, ``What's going on here? Who gave you the authority to drive out the merchants?''

MARK 13:14

King James: But when ye shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the Prophet, standing where it ought not, (let him that readeth understand,) then let them that be in Judaea flee to the mountains:

New King James: "But when you see the `abomination of desolation,' spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing where it ought not'' (let the reader understand), "then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains.

American Standard: But when ye see the abomination of desolation standing where he ought not (let him that readeth understand), then let them that are in Judaea flee unto the mountains:

Living Bible: ``When you see the horrible thing standing in the Temple --reader, pay attention!--flee, if you can, to the Judean hills.

New International: "When you see `the abomination that causes desolation' standing where it does not belong--let the reader understand--then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains.

Revised Standard: "But when you see the desolating sacrilege set up where it ought not to be (let the who are in Judea flee to the mountains;

MARK 14:68

King James: But he denied, saying, I know not, neither understand I what thou sayest. And he went out into the porch; and the cock crew.

New King James: But he denied it, saying, "I neither know nor understand what you are saying.'' And he went out on the porch, and a rooster crowed.

American Standard: But he denied, saying, I neither know, nor understand what thou sayest: and he went out into the porch; and the cock crew.

Living Bible: Peter denied it. ``I don't know what you're talking about!'' he said, and walked over to the edge of the courtyard. Just then, a rooster crowed.

New International: But he denied it. "I don't know or understand what you're talking about," he said, and went out into the entryway.

Revised Standard: But he denied it, saying, "I neither know nor understand what you mean." And he went out into the gateway.

MARK 15:28

King James: And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was numbered with the transgressors.

New King James: So the Scripture was fulfilled which says, "And He was numbered with the transgressors.''

American Standard: [And the scripture was fulfilled, which saith, And he was reckoned with transgressors.]

* [ Text that is set inside this type of bracket in the ASV is not considered as part of the originals and is describes as added. ] However, the greatest number of manuscripts have this words and certainly should be included in the Bible.

Revised Standard: ...

New International:..

Living Bible: And so the Scripture was fulfilled that said, ``He was counted among evil men.''

MARK 16:9-20

King James: Now when Jesus was risen early the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had cast seven devils.

New King James: Now when He rose early on the first day of the week, He appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom He had cast seven demons.

American Standard: Now when he was risen early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons.

Living Bible: It was early on Sunday morning when Jesus came back to life, and the first person who saw him was Mary Magdalene--the woman from whom he had cast out seven demons.

New International: [[The most reliable early manuscripts and other ancient witnesses do not have Mark 16:9-20.]] When Jesus rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, out of whom he had driven seven demons.

Revised Standard: Now when he rose early on the first day of the week, he appeared first to Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons.

LUKE 1: 28

King James: And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women.

New King James: And having come in, the angel said to her, "Rejoice, highly favored one, the Lord is with you; blessed are you among women|''

American Standard: And he came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favored, the Lord is with thee.

Living Bible: Gabriel appeared to her and said, ``Congratulations, favored lady! The Lord is with you!''

New International: The angel went to her and said, "Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you."

Revised Standard: And he came to her and said, "Hail, O favored one, the Lord is with you!"

LUKE 2:33

King James: And Joseph and his mother marvelled at those things which were spoken of him.

New King James: And Joseph and His mother marveled at those things which were spoken of Him.

American Standard: And his father and his mother were marvelling at the things which were spoken concerning him;

Living Bible: Joseph and Mary just stood there, marveling at what was being said about Jesus.

New International: The child's father and mother marveled at what was said about him.

Revised Standard: And his father and his mother marveled at what was said about him;

LUKE 2:43

King James: And when they had fulfilled the days, as they returned, the child Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem; and Joseph and his mother knew not of it.

New King James: When they had finished the days, as they returned, the Boy Jesus lingered behind in Jerusalem. And Joseph and His mother did not know it;

American Standard: and when they had fulfilled the days, as they were returning, the boy Jesus tarried behind in Jerusalem: and his parents knew it not;

Living Bible: After the celebration was over they started home to Nazareth, but Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents didn't miss him the first day,

New International: After the Feast was over, while his parents were returning home, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem, but they were unaware of it.

Revised Standard: and when the feast was ended, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents did not know it,

LUKE 4: 4

King James: And Jesus answered him, saying, It is written, That man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.

New King James: But Jesus answered him, saying, "It is written, `Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word of God.' ''

American Standard: And Jesus answered unto him, It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone.

Living Bible: But Jesus replied, ``It is written in the Scriptures, `Other things in life are much more important than bread!'''

New International: Jesus answered, "It is written: `Man does not live on bread alone.' "

Revised Standard: And Jesus answered him, "It is written, 'Man shall not live by bread alone.'"

LUKE 4: 8

King James: And Jesus answered and said unto him, Get thee behind me, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.

New King James: And Jesus answered and said to him, "Get behind Me, Satan| For it is written, `You shall worship the Lord your God, and Him only you shall serve.' ''

American Standard: And Jesus answered and said unto him, It is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.

Living Bible: Jesus replied, ``We must worship God, and him alone. So it is written in the Scriptures.''

New International: Jesus answered, "It is written: `Worship the Lord your God and serve him only.' "

Revised Standard: And Jesus answered him, "It is written, 'You shall worship the Lord your God, and him only shall you serve.'"

LUKE 4:41

King James: And devils also came out of many, crying out, and saying, Thou art Christ the Son of God. And he rebuking them suffered them not to speak: for they knew that he was Christ.

New King James: And demons also came out of many, crying out and saying, "You are the Christ, the Son of God|'' And He, rebuking them, did not allow them to speak, for they knew that He was the Christ.

American Standard: And demons also came out from many, crying out, and saying, Thou art the Son of God. And rebuking them, he suffered them not to speak, because they knew that he was the Christ.

Living Bible: Some were possessed by demons; and the demons came out at his command, shouting, ``You are the Son of God.'' But because they knew he was the Christ, he stopped them and told them to be silent.

New International: Moreover, demons came out of many people, shouting, "You are the Son of God!" But he rebuked them and would not allow them to speak, because they knew he was the Christ.

Revised Standard: And demons also came out of many, crying, "You are the Son of God!" But he rebuked them, and would not allow them to speak, because they knew that he was the Christ.

LUKE 6:48

King James: He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock.

New King James: "He is like a man building a house, who dug deep and laid the foundation on the rock. And when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently against that house, and could not shake it, for it was founded on the rock.

American Standard: he is like a man building a house, who digged and went deep, and laid a foundation upon the rock: and when a flood arose, the stream brake against that house, and could not shake it: because it had been well builded.

Living Bible: But all those who come and listen and obey me are like a man who builds a house on a strong foundation laid upon the underlying rock. When the floodwaters rise and break against the house, it stands firm, for it is strongly built.

New International: He is like a man building a house, who dug down deep and laid the foundation on rock. When a flood came, the torrent struck that house but could not shake it, because it was well built.

Revised Standard: he is like a man building a house, who dug deep, and laid the foundation upon rock; and when a flood arose, the stream broke against that house, and could not shake it, because it had been well built.

LUKE 7:31

King James: And the Lord said, Whereunto then shall I liken the men of this generation? and to what are they like?

New King James: And the Lord said, "To what then shall I liken the men of

this generation, and what are they like?

American Standard: Whereunto then shall I liken the men of this generation, and to what are they like?

Living Bible: ``What can I say about such men?'' Jesus asked. ``With what shall I compare them?

New International: "To what, then, can I compare the people of this generation? What are they like?

Revised Standard: "To what then shall I compare the men of this generation, and what are they like?

LUKE 9: 54

King James: And when his disciples James and John saw this, they said, Lord, wilt thou that we command fire to come down from heaven, and consume them, even as Elias did?

New King James: And when His disciples James and John saw this, they said, "Lord, do You want us to command fire to come down from heaven and consume them, just as Elijah did?''

American Standard: And when his disciples James and John saw this, they said, Lord, wilt thou that we bid fire to come down from heaven, and consume them?

Living Bible: When word came back of what had happened, James and John said to Jesus, ``Master, shall we order fire down from heaven to burn them up?''

New International: When the disciples James and John saw this, they asked, "Lord, do you want us to call fire down from heaven to destroy them ?"

Revised Standard: And when his disciples James and John saw it, they said, "Lord, do you want us to bid fire come down from heaven and consume them?"

LUKE 9:55

King James: But he turned, and rebuked them, and said, Ye know not what manner of spirit ye are of.

New King James: But He turned and rebuked them, and said, "You do not know what manner of spirit you are of.

American Standard: But he turned, and rebuked them.

Living Bible: But Jesus turned and rebuked them,

New International: But Jesus turned and rebuked them,

Revised Standard: But he turned and rebuked them.

LUKE 9:56

King James: For the Son of man is not come to destroy men's lives, but to save them. And they went to another village.

New King James: "For the Son of Man did not come to destroy men's lives but to save them.'' And they went to another village.

American Standard: And they went to another village.

Living Bible: and they went on to another village.

New International: and they went to another village.

Revised Standard: And they went on to another village.

LUKE 11:2-4 ( much is omitted.)

King James: And he said unto them, When ye pray, say, Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth.

New King James: So He said to them, "When you pray, say: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven.

American Standard: And he said unto them, When ye pray, say, Father, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come.

Living Bible: And this is the prayer he taught them: ``Father, may your name be honored for its holiness; send your Kingdom soon.

New International: He said to them, "When you pray, say: "`Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come.

Revised Standard: And he said to them, "When you pray, say: "Father, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come.

LUKE 11:4

King James: And forgive us our sins; for we also forgive every one that is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation; but deliver us from evil.

New King James: and forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.''

American Standard: And forgive us our sins; for we ourselves also forgive every one that is indebted to us. And bring us not into temptation.

Living Bible: And forgive our sins--for we have forgiven those who sinned against us. And don't allow us to be tempted.''

New International: Forgive us our sins, for we also forgive everyone who sins against us. And lead us not into temptation. '"

Revised Standard: and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive every one who is indebted to us; and lead us not into temptation."

LUKE 11:29

King James: And when the people were gathered thick together, he began to say, This is an evil generation: they seek a sign; and there shall no sign be given it, but the sign of Jonas the prophet.

New King James: And while the crowds were thickly gathered together, He began to say, "This is an evil generation. It seeks a sign, and no sign will be given to it except the sign of Jonah the prophet.

American Standard: And when the multitudes were gathering together unto him, he began to say, This generation is an evil generation: it seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given to it but the sign of Jonah.

Living Bible: As the crowd pressed in upon him, he preached them this sermon: ``These are evil times, with evil people. They keep asking for some strange happening in the skies [to prove I am the Messiah 11:29,30 the Messiah, implied. ], but the only proof I will give them is a miracle like that of Jonah, whose experiences proved to the people of Nineveh that God had sent him. My similar experience will prove that God has sent me to these people.

New International: As the crowds increased, Jesus said, "This is a wicked generation. It asks for a miraculous sign, but none will be given it except the sign of Jonah.

Revised Standard: When the crowds were increasing, he began to say, "This generation is an evil generation; it seeks a sign, but no sign shall be given to it except the sign of Jonah.

LUKE 17:36

King James: Two men shall be in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other left.

New King James: "Two men will be in the field: the one will be taken and the other left.''

American Standard: *[There shall be two men in the field; the one shall be taken, and the other shall be left.]

Living Bible: Two women will be working together at household tasks; one will be taken, the other left; and so it will be with men working side by side in the fields.''

LUKE 21:4

King James: For all these have of their abundance cast in unto the offerings of God: but she of her penury hath cast in all the living that she had.

New King James: "for all these out of their abundance have put in offerings for God, but she out of her poverty has put in all the livelihood that she had.''

American Standard: for all these did of their superfluity cast in unto the gifts; but she of her want did cast in all the living that she had.

Living Bible: For they have given a little of what they didn't need, but she, poor as she is, has given everything she has.''

New International: All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on."

Revised Standard: for they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty put in all the living that she had."

LUKE 22:20

King James: Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you.

New King James: Likewise He also took the cup after supper, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in My blood, which is shed for you.

American Standard: And the cup in like manner after supper, saying, This cup is the new covenant in my blood, even that which is poured out for you.

Living Bible: After supper he gave them another glass of wine, saying, `This wine is the token of God's new agreement to save you--an agreement sealed with the blood I shall pour out to purchase back your souls.

New International: In the same way, after the supper he took the cup, saying, "This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.

Revised Standard: And likewise the cup after supper, saying, "This cup which is poured out for you is the new covenant in my blood.

LUKE 22:31

King James: And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you, that he may sift you as wheat:

New King James: And the Lord said, "Simon, Simon| Indeed, Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat.

American Standard: Simon, Simon, behold, Satan asked to have you, that he might sift you as wheat:

Living Bible: ``Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to have you, to sift you like wheat,

New International: "Simon, Simon, Satan has asked to sift you as wheat.

Revised Standard: "Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you, that he might sift you like wheat,

LUKE 22:64

King James: And when they had blindfolded him, they struck him on the face, and asked him, saying, Prophesy, who is it that smote thee?

New King James: And having blindfolded Him, they struck Him on the face and asked Him, saying, "Prophesy, Who is it that struck You?''

American Standard: And they blindfolded him, and asked him, saying, Prophesy: who is he that struck thee?

Living Bible: Now the guards in charge of Jesus began mocking him. They blindfolded him and hit him with their fists and asked, ``Who hit you that time, prophet?''

New International: They blindfolded him and demanded, "Prophesy! Who hit you?"

Revised Standard: they also blindfolded him and asked him, "Prophesy! Who is

it that struck you?"

LUKE 23:17

King James: (For of necessity he must release one unto them at the feast.)

New King James: (for it was necessary for him to release one to them at the feast).

American Standard: [Now he must needs release unto them at the feast one prisoner.]

* [ Text that is set inside this type of bracket in the ASV is not considered as part of the originals and is describes as added. ] However, the greatest number of manuscripts have thes words and certainly should be included in the Bible.

Living Bible: But now a mighty roar rose from the crowd as with one voice they shouted. ``Kill him, and release Barabbas to us!''

LUKE 23:38

King James: And a superscription also was written over him in letters of Greek, and Latin, and Hebrew, THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.

New King James: And an inscription also was written over Him in letters of Greek, Latin, and Hebrew: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.

American Standard: And there was also a superscription over him, THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.

Living Bible: A signboard was nailed to the cross above him with these words: ``This is the King of the Jews.''

New International: There was a written notice above him, which read: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS.

Revised Standard: There was also an inscription over him, "This is the King of the Jews."

LUKE 23:42

King James: And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom.

New King James: Then he said to Jesus, "Lord, remember me when You come into Your kingdom.''

American Standard: And he said, Jesus, remember me when thou comest in thy kingdom.

Living Bible: Then he said, ``Jesus, remember me when you come into your Kingdom.''

New International: Then he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom. "

Revised Standard: And he said, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom."

LUKE 24:3

King James: And they entered in, and found not the body of the Lord Jesus.

New King James: Then they went in and did not find the body of the Lord Jesus.

American Standard: And they entered in, and found not the body of the Lord Jesus.

Living Bible: So they went in--but the Lord Jesus' body was gone.

New International: but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus.

Revised Standard: but when they went in they did not find the body.

LUKE 24:6

King James: He is not here, but is risen: remember how he spake unto you when he was yet in Galilee,

New King James: "He is not here, but is risen| Remember how He spoke to you when He was still in Galilee,

American Standard: He is not here, but is risen: remember how he spake unto you when he was yet in Galilee,

Living Bible: He isn't here! He has come back to life again! Don't you remember what he told you back in Galilee--that the Messiah must be betrayed into the power of evil men and be crucified and that he would rise again the third day?''

New International: He is not here; he has risen! Remember how he told you, while he was still with you in Galilee:

Revised Standard: Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee,

LUKE 24:12

King James: Then arose Peter, and ran unto the sepulchre; and stooping down, he beheld the linen clothes laid by themselves, and departed, wondering in himself at that which was come to pass.

New King James: But Peter arose and ran to the tomb; and stooping down, he saw the linen cloths lying by themselves; and he departed, marveling to himself at what had happened.

American Standard: But Peter arose, and ran unto the tomb; and stooping and looking in, he seeth the linen cloths by themselves; and he departed to his home, wondering at that which was come to pass.

Living Bible: However, Peter ran to the tomb to look. Stooping, he peered in and saw the empty linen wrappings; and then he went back home again, wondering what had happened.

New Internationa : Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. Bending over, he saw the strips of linen l:lying by themselves, and he went away, wondering to himself what had happened.

Revised Standard: ...

LUKE 24:40

King James: And when he had thus spoken, he shewed them his hands and his feet.

New King James: When He had said this, He showed them His hands and His feet.

American Standard: And when he had said this, he showed them his hands and his feet.

Living Bible: As he spoke, he held out his hands for them to see [the marks of the nails ], and showed them [the wounds in] his feet.

New International: When he had said this, he showed them his hands and feet.

Revised Standard:...

LUKE 24:49

King James: And, behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high.

New King James: "Behold, I send the Promise of My Father upon you; but tarry in the city of Jerusalem until you are endued with power from on high.''

American Standard: And behold, I send forth the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city, until ye be clothed with power from on high.

Living Bible: ``And now I will send the Holy Spirit upon you, just as my Father promised. Don't begin telling others yet--stay here in the city until the Holy Spirit comes and fills you with power from heaven.''

New International: I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high."

Revised Standard: And behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you; but stay in the city, until you are clothed with power from on high."

JOHN 1:14

King James: And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.

New King James: And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.

American Standard: And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us (and we beheld his glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father), full of grace and truth.

Living Bible: And Christ became a human being and lived here on earth among us and was full of loving forgiveness and truth. And some of us have seen his glory--the glory of the only Son of the heavenly Father!

New International: The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.

Revised Standard: And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, full of grace and truth; we have beheld his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father.

JOHN 1: 27

King James: He it is, who coming after me is preferred before me, whose shoe's latchet I am not worthy to unloose.

New King James: "It is He who, coming after me, is preferred before me, whose sandal strap I am not worthy to loose.''

American Standard: even he that cometh after me, the latchet of whose shoe I am not worthy to unloose.

Living Bible: who will soon begin his ministry among you, and I am not even fit to be his slave.''

New International: He is the one who comes after me, the thongs of whose sandals I am not worthy to untie."

Revised Standard: even he who comes after me, the thong of whose sandal I am not worthy to untie."

JOHN 3:13

King James: And no man hath ascended up to heaven, but he that came down from heaven, even the Son of man which is in heaven.

New King James: "No one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven.

American Standard: And no one hath ascended into heaven, but he that descended out of heaven, even the Son of man, who is in heaven.

Living Bible: For only I, the Messiah, have come to earth and will return to heaven again.

New International: No one has ever gone into heaven except the one who came from heaven--the Son of Man.

Revised Standard: No one has ascended into heaven but he who descended from heaven, the Son of man.
JOHN 3:15

King James: That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.

New King James: "that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life.

American Standard: that whosoever believeth may in him have eternal life.

Living Bible: so that anyone who believes in me will have eternal life.

New International: that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life.

Revised Standard: that whoever believes in him may have eternal life."

JOHN 4:42

King James: And said unto the woman, Now we believe, not because of thy saying: for we have heard him ourselves, and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Saviour of the world.

New King James: Then they said to the woman, "Now we believe, not because of what you said, for we have heard for ourselves and know that this is indeed the Christ, the Savior of the world.''

American Standard: and they said to the woman, Now we believe, not because of thy speaking: for we have heard for ourselves, and know that this is indeed the Saviour of the world.

Living Bible: Then they said to the woman, ``Now we believe because we have heard him ourselves, not just because of what you told us. He is indeed the Savior of the world.''

New International: They said to the woman, "We no longer believe just because of what you said; now we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this man really is the Savior of the world."

Revised Standard: They said to the woman, "It is no longer because of your words that we believe, for we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this is indeed the Savior of the world."

JOHN 5:3

King James: In these lay a great multitude of impotent folk, of blind,

halt, withered, waiting for the moving of the water.

New King James: In these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralyzed, waiting for the moving of the water.

American Standard: In these lay a multitude of them that were sick, blind, halt, withered, [waiting for the moving of the water.]

Living Bible: Crowds of sick folks--lame, blind, or with paralyzed limbs--lay on the platforms (waiting for a certain movement of the water,

New International: Here a great number of disabled people used to lie--the blind, the lame, the paralyzed.

Revised Standard: In these lay a multitude of invalids, blind, lame, paralyzed.

JOHN 5:4

King James: For an angel went down at a certain season into the pool, and troubled the water: whosoever then first after the troubling of the water stepped in was made whole of whatsoever disease he had.

New King James: For an angel went down at a certain time into the pool and stirred up the water; then whoever stepped in first, after the stirring of the water, was made well of whatever disease he had.

American Standard: [for an angel of the Lord went down at certain seasons into the pool, and troubled the water: whosoever then first after the troubling of the waters stepped in was made whole, with whatsoever disease he was holden.]

New American Standard: Ommits the verses all together.

New International: Ommits the verses all together.

Revised Standard: Ommits the verses all together.

Living Bible: for an angel of the Lord came from time to time and disturbed the water, and the first person to step down into it afterwards was healed).

JOHN 6:69

King James: And we believe and are sure that thou art that Christ, the Son of the living God.

New King James: "Also we have come to believe and know that You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.''

American Standard: And we have believed and know that thou art the Holy One of God.

Living Bible: and we believe them and know you are the holy Son of God.''

New International: We believe and know that you are the Holy One of God."

Revised Standard: and we have believed, and have come to know, that you are the Holy One of God."

JOHN 6:47

King James: Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me hath everlasting life.

New King James: "Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes *in Me has everlasting life

. * The "on me" is changed to " in Me" in the NKJV is changed without the authority from the Greek text or any other reason to make a difference in the original KJV. Prepositions are important to the understanding. Here "on" is showing trust in believing.

This is not an uncommon occurrence in the NKJV..

American Standard: Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth hath eternal life.

Living Bible: ``How earnestly I tell you this--anyone who believes in me already has eternal life!

New International: I tell you the truth, he who believes has everlasting life.

Revised Standard: Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes has eternal life.

JOHN 7: 53

Most of the modern versions will suggest that John 7:53 to 8:11 should not be in the Bible.

King James: And every man went unto his own house.

New King James: And everyone went to his own house.

American Standard: * [And they went every man unto his own house:

* [ ] Text that is set inside this type of bracket " [ ]" in the ASV is not considered as part of the originals and is describes as added. ] However, the greatest number of manuscripts have these words and certainly should be included in the Bible.

Living Bible: Then the meeting broke up and everybody went home.

New International: Then each went to his own home.

Revised Standard: They went each to his own house,

JOHN 8:16

King James: And yet if I judge, my judgment is true: for I am not alone, but I and the Father that sent me.

New King James: "And yet if I do judge, My judgment is true; for I am not alone, but I am with the Father who sent Me.

American Standard: Yea and if I judge, my judgment is true; for I am not alone, but I and the Father that sent me.

Living Bible: but if I were, it would be an absolutely correct judgment in every respect, for I have with me the Father who sent me.

New International: But if I do judge, my decisions are right, because I am not alone. I stand with the Father, who sent me.

Revised Standard: Yet even if I do judge, my judgment is true, for it is not I alone that judge, but I and he who sent me.

It is very interesting that the same Greek text was used to translate the ASV, NIV, RSV, and many other modern versions and they do not include the same information in each. Here the RSV leaves out the name "Father".

JOHN 9:35

King James: Jesus heard that they had cast him out; and when he had found him, he said unto him, Dost thou believe on the Son of God?

New King James: Jesus heard that they had cast him out; and when He had found him, He said to him, "Do you believe in the Son of God?''

American Standard: Jesus heard that they had cast him out; and finding him, he said, Dost thou believe on the Son of God?

Living Bible: When Jesus heard what had happened, he found the man and said, ``Do you believe in the Messiah?''

New International: Jesus heard that they had thrown him out, and when he found him, he said, "Do you believe in the Son of Man?"

Revised Standard: Jesus heard that they had cast him out, and having found him he said, "Do you believe in the Son of Man ?"

It is very interesting that the same Greek text was used to translate the ASV, NIV, RSV, and many other modern versions and they do not include the same information in each. There are changes here that are very inconsistent with each of the translations.

JOHN 11:41

King James: Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead was laid. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me.

New King James: Then they took away the stone from the place where the dead man was lying. And Jesus lifted up His eyes and said, "Father, I thank You that You have heard Me.

American Standard: So they took away the stone. And Jesus lifted up his eyes, and said, Father, I thank thee that thou heardest me.

Living Bible: So they rolled the stone aside. Then Jesus looked up to heaven and said, ``Father, thank you for hearing me.

New International: So they took away the stone. Then Jesus looked up and said, "Father, I thank you that you have heard me.

Revised Standard: So they took away the stone. And Jesus lifted up his eyes and said, "Father, I thank thee that thou hast heard me.

JOHN 16:16

King James: A little while, and ye shall not see me: and again, a little while, and ye shall see me, because I go to the Father.

New King James: "A little while, and you will not see Me; and again a little while, and you will see Me, because I go to the Father.''

American Standard: A little while, and ye behold me no more; and again a little while, and ye shall see me.

Living Bible: ``In just a little while I will be gone, and you will see me no more; but just a little while after that, and you will see me again!''

New International: "In a little while you will see me no more, and then after a little while you will see me."

Revised Standard: "A little while, and you will see me no more; again a little while, and you will see me."

JOHN 17:12

King James: While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled.

New King James: "While I was with them in the world, I kept them in Your name. Those whom You gave Me I have kept; and none of them is lost except the son of perdition, that the Scripture might be fulfilled.

American Standard: While I was with them, I kept them in thy name which thou hast given me: and I guarded them, and not one of them perished, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled.

Living Bible: During my time here I have kept safe within your family all of these you gave me. I guarded them so that not one perished, except the son of hell, as the Scriptures foretold.

New International: While I was with them, I protected them and kept them safe by that name you gave me. None has been lost except the one doomed to destruction so that Scripture would be fulfilled.

Revised Standard: While I was with them, I kept them in thy name, which thou hast given me; I have guarded them, and none of them is lost but the son of perdition, that the scripture might be fulfilled.

JOHN 20:29

King James: Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.

New King James: Jesus said to him, "Thomas, because you have seen Me, you have believed. Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.''

American Standard: Jesus saith unto him, Because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.

Living Bible: Then Jesus told him, ``You believe because you have seen me. But blessed are those who haven't seen me and believe anyway.''

New International: Then Jesus told him, "Because you have seen me, you have believed; blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed."

Revised Standard: Jesus said to him, "Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet believe."

ACTS 2:30

King James: Therefore being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, according to the flesh, he would raise up Christ to sit on his throne;

New King James: "Therefore, being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him that of the fruit of his body, according to the flesh, He would raise up the Christ to sit on his throne,

American Standard: Being therefore a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins he would set one upon his throne;

Living Bible: But he was a prophet, and knew God had promised with an unbreakable oath that one of David's own descendants would [be the Messiah and ] sit on David's throne.

New International: But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that he would place one of his descendants on his throne.

Revised Standard: Being therefore a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him that he would set one of his descendants upon his throne,

ACTS 7:30

King James: And when forty years were expired, there appeared to him in the wilderness of mount Sinai an angel of the Lord in a flame of fire in a bush.

New King James: "And when forty years had passed, an Angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire in a bush, in the wilderness of Mount Sinai.

American Standard: And when forty years were fulfilled, an angel appeared to him in the wilderness of Mount Sinai, in a flame of fire in a bush.

Living Bible: ``Forty years later, in the desert near Mount Sinai, an Angel appeared to him in a flame of fire in a bush.

New International: "After forty years had passed, an angel appeared to Moses in the flames of a burning bush in the desert near Mount Sinai.

Revised Standard: "Now when forty years had passed, an angel appeared to him in the wilderness of Mount Sinai, in a flame of fire in a bush.

ACTS 7:37

King James: This is that Moses, which said unto the children of Israel, A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brethren, like unto me; him shall ye hear.

New King James: "This is that Moses who said to the children of Israel, `The Lord your God will raise up for you a Prophet like me from your brethren. Him you shall hear.'

American Standard: This is that Moses, who said unto the children of Israel, A prophet shall God raise up unto you from among your brethren, like unto me.

Living Bible: ``Moses himself told the people of Israel, `God will raise up a Prophet much like me from among your brothers.'

New International: "This is that Moses who told the Israelites, `God will send you a prophet like me from your own people.'

Revised Standard: This is the Moses who said to the Israelites, 'God will raise up for you a prophet from your brethren as he raised me up.'

ACTS 8:37

King James: And Philip said, If thou believest with all thine heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.

New King James: Then Philip said, "If you believe with all your heart, you may.'' And he answered and said, "I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.''

American Standard: [And Philip said, If thou believest with all thy heart, thou mayest. And he answered and said, I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.]

New International:

Revised Standard:

Living Bible: ``You can,'' Philip answered, ``if you believe with all your heart. ''And the eunuch replied, ``I believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.''

ACTS 9:5

King James: 5. And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And the Lord said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest: it is hard for thee to kick against the pricks.

6 And he trembling and astonished said, Lord, what wilt thou have me to do? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do.

New King James: 5. And he said, "Who are You, Lord?'' And the Lord said, "I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. It is hard for you to kick against the goads.''

:6 So he, trembling and astonished, said, "Lord, what do You want me to do?'' And the Lord said to him, "Arise and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do.''

American Standard: And he said, Who art thou, Lord? And he said, I am Jesus whom thou persecutest:

but rise, and enter into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do.

Living Bible: ``Who is speaking, sir?'' Paul asked. And the voice replied, ``I am Jesus, the one you are persecuting! Now get up and go into the city and await my further

New International: "Who are you, Lord?" Saul asked. "I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting," he replied. "Now get up and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do."

Revised Standard: And he said, "Who are you, Lord?" And he said, "I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting; instructions.''but rise and enter the city, and you will be told what you are to do."

ACTS 10:6

King James: He lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side: he shall tell thee what thou oughtest to do.

New King James: "He is lodging with Simon, a tanner, whose house is by the sea. He will tell you what you must do.''

American Standard: he lodgeth with one Simon a tanner, whose house is by the sea side.

Living Bible: Now send some men to Joppa to find a man named Simon Peter, who is staying with Simon, the tanner, down by the shore, and ask him to come and visit you.''

New International: He is staying with Simon the tanner, whose house is by the sea."

Revised Standard: he is lodging with Simon, a tanner, whose house is by the seaside."

ACTS 15:18

King James: Known unto God are all his works from the beginning of the world.

New King James: "Known to God from eternity are all His works.

American Standard: Saith the Lord, who maketh these things known from of old.

Living Bible: That is what the Lord says, who reveals his plans made from the beginning.

New International: that have been known for ages.

Revised Standard: says the Lord, who has made these things known from of old.'

ACTS 16:31

King James: And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house.

New King James: So they said, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you will be saved, you and your household.''

American Standard: And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus, and thou shalt be saved, thou and thy house.

Living Bible: They replied, ``Believe on the Lord Jesus and you will be saved, and your entire household.''

New International: They replied, "Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved--you and your household."

Revised Standard: And they said, "Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household."

ACTS 17:26

King James: And hath made of one blood all nations of men for to dwell on all the face of the earth, and hath determined the times before appointed, and the bounds of their habitation;

New King James: "And He has made from one blood every nation of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, and has determined their preappointed times and the boundaries of their habitation,

American Standard: and he made of one every nation of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, having determined their appointed seasons, and the bounds of their habitation;

Living Bible: He created all the people of the world from one man, Adam, and scattered the nations across the face of the earth. He decided beforehand which should rise and fall, and when. He determined their boundaries.

New International: From one man he made every nation of men, that they should inhabit the whole earth; and he determined the times set for them and the exact places where they should live.

Revised Standard: And he made from one every nation of men to live on all the face of the earth, having determined allotted periods and the boundaries of their habitation,

ACTS 20:25

King James: And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, shall see my face no more.

New King James: "And indeed, now I know that you all, among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom of God, will see my face no more.

American Standard: And now, behold, I know that ye all, among whom I went about preaching the kingdom, shall see my face no more.

Living Bible: ``And now I know that none of you among whom I went about teaching the Kingdom will ever see me again.

New International: "Now I know that none of you among whom I have gone about preaching the kingdom will ever see me again.

Revised Standard: And now, behold, I know that all you among whom I have gone preaching the kingdom will see my face no more.

ACTS 20:32

King James: And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an inheritance among all them which are sanctified.

New King James: "And now, brethren, I commend you to God and to the word of His grace, which is able to build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified.

American Standard: And now I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you the inheritance among all them that are sanctified.

Living Bible: ``And now I entrust you to God and his care and to his wonderful words which are able to build your faith and give you all the inheritance of those who are set apart for himself.

New International: "Now I commit you to God and to the word of his grace, which can build you up and give you an inheritance among all those who are sanctified.

Revised Standard: And now I commend you to God and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up and to give you the inheritance among all those who are sanctified.

ACTS 23:9

King James: And there arose a great cry: and the scribes that were of the Pharisees' part arose, and strove, saying, We find no evil in this man: but if a spirit or an angel hath spoken to him, let us not fight against God.

New King James: Then there arose a loud outcry. And the scribes who were of the Pharisees' party arose and protested, saying, "We find no evil in this man; but if a spirit or an angel has spoken to him, let us not fight against God.''

American Standard: And there arose a great clamor: and some of the scribes of the Pharisees part stood up, and strove, saying, We find no evil in this man: and what if a spirit hath spoken to him, or an angel?

Living Bible: So a great clamor arose. Some of the Jewish leaders jumped up to argue that Paul was all right. ``We see nothing wrong with him,'' they shouted. ``Perhaps a spirit or angel spoke

to him [there on the Damascus road].''

New International: There was a great uproar, and some of the teachers of the law who were Pharisees stood up and argued vigorously. "We find nothing wrong with this man," they said. "What if a spirit or an angel has spoken to him?"

Revised Standard: Then a great clamor arose; and some of the scribes of the Pharisees' party stood up and contended, "We find nothing wrong in this man. What if a spirit or an angel spoke to him?"

ACTS 24:6-8

King James: 6. Who also hath gone about to profane the temple: whom we took, and would have judged according to our law.

7. But the chief captain Lysias came upon us, and with great violence took him away out of our hands,

8. Commanding his accusers to come unto thee: by examining of whom thyself mayest take knowledge of all these things, whereof we accuse him.

New King James: "He even tried to profane the temple, and we seized him, and wanted to judge him according to our law.

7. "But the commander Lysias came by and with great violence took him out of our hands,

8 "commanding his accusers to come to you. By examining him yourself you may ascertain all these things of which we accuse him.''

American Standard: who moreover assayed to profane the temple: on whom also we laid hold: [and we would have judged him according to our law.

7. But the chief captain Lysias came, and with great violence took him away out of our hands,

8. commanding his accusers to come before thee.] from whom thou wilt be able, by examining him thyself, to take knowledge of all these things whereof we accuse him.

Living Bible: Moreover, he was trying to defile the Temple when we arrested him.``We would have given him what he justly deserves,

7. but Lysias, the commander of the garrison, came and took him violently away from us,

8. demanding that he be tried by Roman law. You can find out the truth of our accusations by examining him yourself.''

New International: and even tried to desecrate the temple; so we seized him. By examining him yourself you will be able to learn the truth about all these charges we are bringing against him."

Revised Standard: He even tried to profane the temple, but we seized him. By examining him yourself you will be able to learn from him about everything of which we accuse him."

ACTS 24:15

King James: And have hope toward God, which they themselves also allow, that there shall be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and unjust.

New King James: "I have hope in God, which they themselves also accept, that there will be a resurrection of the dead, both of the just and the unjust.

American Standard: having hope toward God, which these also themselves look for, that there shall be a resurrection both of the just and unjust.

Living Bible: and I believe, just as these men do, that there will be a resurrection of both the righteous and ungodly.

New International: and I have the same hope in God as these men, that there will be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked.

Revised Standard: having a hope in God which these themselves accept, that there will be a resurrection of both the just and the unjust.

ACTS 28:16

King James: And when we came to Rome, the centurion delivered the prisoners to the captain of the guard: but Paul was suffered to dwell by himself with a soldier that kept him.

New King James: Now when we came to Rome, the centurion delivered the prisoners to the captain of the guard; but Paul was permitted to dwell by himself with the soldier who guarded him.

American Standard: And when we entered into Rome, Paul was suffered to abide by himself with the soldier that guarded him.

Living Bible: When we arrived in Rome, Paul was permitted to live wherever he wanted to, though guarded by a soldier.

New International: When we got to Rome, Paul was allowed to live by himself, with a soldier to guard him.

Revised Standard: And when we came into Rome, Paul was allowed to stay by himself, with the soldier that guarded him.

ACTS 28:29

King James: And when he had said these words, the Jews departed, and had great reasoning among themselves.

New King James: And when he had said these words, the Jews departed and had a great dispute among themselves.

American Standard: [And when he had said these words, the Jews departed, having much disputing among themselves.]

New International:

Revised Standard

Living Bible: So I want you to realize that this salvation from God is available to the Gentiles too, and they will accept it.''

ROMANS 1:16

King James: For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.

New King James: For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek.

American Standard: For I am not ashamed of the gospel: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.

Living Bible: For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is God's powerful method of bringing all who believe it to heaven. This message was preached first to the Jews alone, but now everyone is invited to come to God in this same way.

New International: I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile.

Revised Standard: For I am not ashamed of the gospel: it is the power of God for salvation to every one who has faith, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.

ROMANS 1:29

King James: Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers,

New King James: being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, evil-mindedness; they are whisperers,

American Standard: being filled with all unrighteousness, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, malignity; whisperers,

Living Bible: Their lives became full of every kind of wickedness and sin, of greed and hate, envy, murder, fighting, lying, bitterness, and gossip.

New International: They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit and malice. They are gossips,

Revised Standard: They were filled with all manner of wickedness, evil, covetousness, malice. Full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, malignity, they are gossips,

ROMANS 5:2

King James: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

New King James: through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

American Standard: through whom also we have had our access by faith into this grace wherein we stand; and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God.

Living Bible: For because of our faith, he has brought us into this place of highest privilege where we now stand, and we confidently and joyfully look forward to actually becoming all that God has had in mind for us to be.

New International: through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.

Revised Standard: Through him we have obtained access to this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in our hope of sharing the glory of God.

ROMANS 8:1

King James: There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus, who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit.

New King James: There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit.

American Standard: There is therefore now no condemnation to them that are in Christ Jesus.

Living Bible: So there is now no condemnation awaiting those who belong to Christ Jesus.

New International: Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus,

Revised Standard: THERE IS therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.

ROMANS 9:28

King James: For he will finish the work, and cut it short in righteousness: because a short work will the Lord make upon the earth.

New King James: For He will finish the work and cut it short in righteousness, because the Lord will make a short work upon the earth.''

American Standard: for the Lord will execute his word upon the earth, finishing it and cutting it short.

Living Bible: ``For the Lord will execute his sentence upon the earth, quickly ending his dealings, justly cutting them short.''

New International: For the Lord will carry out his sentence on earth with speed and finality."

Revised Standard: for the Lord will execute his sentence upon the earth with rigor and dispatch."

ROMANS 10:15

King James: And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!

New King James: And how shall they preach unless they are sent? As it is written: "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the gospel of peace, who bring glad tidings of good things|''

American Standard: and how shall they preach, except they be sent? even as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that bring glad tidings of good things!

Living Bible: And how will anyone go and tell them unless someone sends him? That is what the Scriptures are talking about when they say, ``How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the Gospel of peace with God and bring glad tidings of good things.'' In other words, how welcome are those who come preaching God's Good News!

New International: And how can they preach unless they are sent? As it is written, "How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!"

Revised Standard: And how can men preach unless they are sent? As it is written, "How beautiful are the feet of those who preach good news!"

ROMANS 10:17

King James: So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

New King James: So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

American Standard: So belief cometh of hearing, and hearing by the word of Christ.

Living Bible: Yet faith comes from listening to this Good News--the Good News about Christ.

New International: Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ.

Revised Standard: So faith comes from what is heard, and what is heard comes by the preaching of Christ.

ROMANS 11:6

King James: And if by grace, then is it no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace. But if it be of works, then is it no more grace: otherwise work is no more work.

New King James: And if by grace, then it is no longer of works; otherwise grace is no longer grace. But if it is of works, it is no longer grace; otherwise work is no longer work.

American Standard: But if it is by grace, it is no more of works: otherwise grace is no more grace.

Living Bible: And if it is by God's kindness, then it is not by their being good enough. For in that case the free gift would no longer be free--it isn't free when it is earned.

New International: And if by grace, then it is no longer by works; if it were, grace would no longer be grace.

Revised Standard: But if it is by grace, it is no longer on the basis of works; otherwise grace would no longer be grace.

ROMANS 13:9

King James: For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not bear false witness, Thou shalt not covet; and if there be any other commandment, it is briefly comprehended in this saying, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

New King James: For the commandments, "You shall not commit adultery,'' "You shall not murder,'' "You shall not steal,'' "You shall not bear false witness,'' "You shall not covet,'' and if there is any other commandment, are all summed up in this saying, namely, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself.''

American Standard: For this, Thou shalt not commit adultery, Thou shalt not kill, Thou shalt not steal, Thou shalt not covet, and if there be any other commandment, it is summed up in this word, namely, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself.

Living Bible: If you love your neighbor as much as you love yourself you will not want to harm or cheat him, or kill him or steal from him. And you won't sin with his wife or want what is his, or do anything else the Ten Commandments say is wrong. All ten are wrapped up in this one, to love your neighbor as you love yourself.

New International: The commandments, "Do not commit adultery," "Do not murder," "Do not steal," "Do not covet," and whatever other commandment there may be, are summed up in this one rule: "Love your neighbor as yourself."

Revised Standard: The commandments, "You shall not commit adultery, You shall not kill, You shall not steal, You shall not covet," and any other commandment, are summed up in this sentence, "You shall love your neighbor as yourself."

ROMANS 14:6

King James: He that regardeth the day, regardeth it unto the Lord; and he that regardeth not the day, to the Lord he doth not regard it. He that eateth, eateth to the Lord, for he giveth God thanks; and he that eateth not, to the Lord he eateth not, and giveth God thanks.

New King James: He who observes the day, observes it to the Lord; and he who does not observe the day, to the Lord he does not observe it. He who eats, eats to the Lord, for he gives God thanks; and he who does not eat, to the Lord he does not eat, and gives God thanks.

American Standard: He that regardeth the day, regardeth it unto the Lord: and he that eateth, eateth unto the Lord, for he giveth God thanks; and he that eateth not, unto the Lord he eateth not, and giveth God thanks.

Living Bible: If you have special days for worshiping the Lord, you are trying to honor him; you are doing a good thing. So is the person who eats meat that has been offered to idols; he is thankful to the Lord for it; he is doing right. And the person who won't touch such meat, he, too, is anxious to please the Lord, and is thankful.

New International: He who regards one day as special, does so to the Lord. He who eats meat, eats to the Lord, for he gives thanks to God; and he who abstains, does so to the Lord and gives thanks to God.

Revised Standard: He who observes the day, obserrves it in honor of the Lord. He also who eats, eats in honor of the Lord, since he gives thanks to God; while he who abstains, abstains in honor of the Lord and gives thanks to God.

ROMANS 14:21

King James: It is good neither to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor any thing whereby thy brother stumbleth, or is offended, or is made weak.

New King James: It is good neither to eat meat nor drink wine nor do anything by which your brother stumbles or is offended or is made weak.

American Standard: It is good not to eat flesh, nor to drink wine, nor to do anything whereby thy brother stumbleth.

Living Bible: The right thing to do is to quit eating meat or drinking wine or doing anything else that offends your brother or makes him sin.

New International: It is better not to eat meat or drink wine or to do anything else that will cause your brother to fall.

Revised Standard: it is right not to eat meat or drink wine or do anything that makes your brother stumble.

ROMANS 15:29

King James: And I am sure that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ.

New King James: But I know that when I come to you, I shall come in the fullness of the blessing of the gospel of Christ.

American Standard: And I know that, when I come unto you, I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of Christ.

Living Bible: And I am sure that when I come the Lord will give me a great blessing for you.

New International: I know that when I come to you, I will come in the full measure of the blessing of Christ.

Revised Standard: and I know that when I come to you I shall come in the fulness of the blessing of Christ.

ROMANS 16:24

King James: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.

New King James: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.

American Standard: [The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen.]

New International:

Revised Standard

Living Bible: Goodbye. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.

1 CORINTHIANS 1:14

King James: I thank God that I baptized none of you, but Crispus and Gaius;

New King James: I thank God that I baptized none of you except Crispus and Gaius,

American Standard: I thank God that I baptized none of you, save Crispus and Gaius;

Living Bible: I am so thankful now that I didn't baptize any of you except Crispus and Gaius.

New International: I am thankful that I did not baptize any of you except Crispus and Gaius,

Revised Standard: I am thankful that I baptized none of you except Crispus and Gaius;

1 CORINTHIANS 5:7

King James: Purge out therefore the old leaven, that ye may be a new lump, as ye are unleavened. For even Christ our passover is sacrificed for us:

New King James: Therefore purge out the old leaven, that you may be a new lump, since you truly are unleavened. For indeed Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us.

American Standard: Purge out the old leaven, that ye may be a new lump, even as ye are unleavened. For our passover also hath been sacrificed, even Christ:

Living Bible: Remove this evil cancer--this wicked person--from among you, so that you can stay pure. Christ, God's Lamb, has been slain for us.

New International: Get rid of the old yeast that you may be a new batch without yeast--as you really are. For Christ, our Passover lamb, has been sacrificed.

Revised Standard: Cleanse out the old leaven that you may be a new lump, as you really are unleavened. For Christ, our paschal lamb, has been sacrificed.

1 CORINTHIANS 6:20

King James: For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God's.

New King James: For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God's.

American Standard: for ye were bought with a price: glorify God therefore in your body.

Living Bible: For God has bought you with a great price. So use every part of your body to give glory back to God, because he owns it.

New International: you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your body.

Revised Standard: you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.

1 CORINTHIANS 7:5

King James: Defraud ye not one the other, except it be with consent for a time, that ye may give yourselves to fasting and prayer; and come together again, that Satan tempt you not for your incontinency.

New King James: Do not deprive one another except with consent for a time, that you may give yourselves to fasting and prayer; and come together again so that Satan does not tempt you because of your lack of self-control.

American Standard: Defraud ye not one the other, except it be by consent for a season, that ye may give yourselves unto prayer, and may be together again, that Satan tempt you not because of your incontinency.

Living Bible: So do not refuse these rights to each other. The only exception to this rule would be the agreement of both husband and wife to refrain from the rights of marriage for a limited time, so that they can give themselves more completely to prayer. Afterwards, they should come together again so that Satan won't be able to tempt them because of their lack of self-control.

New International: Do not deprive each other except by mutual consent and for a time, so that you may devote yourselves to prayer. Then come together again so that Satan will not tempt you because of your lack of self-control.

Revised Standard: Do not refuse one another except perhaps by agreement for a season, that you may devote yourselves to prayer; but then come together again, lest Satan tempt you through lack of self-control.

1 CORINTHIANS 7:39

King James: The wife is bound by the law as long as her husband liveth; but if her husband be dead, she is at liberty to be married to whom she will; only in the Lord.

New King James: A wife is bound by law as long as her husband lives; but if her husband dies, she is at liberty to be married to whom she wishes, only in the Lord.

American Standard: A wife is bound for so long time as her husband liveth; but if the husband be dead, she is free to be married to whom she will; only in the Lord.

Living Bible: The wife is part of her husband as long as he lives; if her husband dies, then she may marry again, but only if she marries a Christian.

New International: A woman is bound to her husband as long as he lives. But if her husband dies, she is free to marry anyone she wishes, but he must belong to the Lord.

Revised Standard: A wife is bound to her husband as long as he lives. If the husband dies, she is free to be married to whom she wishes, only in the Lord.

1 CORINTHIANS 010:028

King James: But if any man say unto you, This is offered in sacrifice unto idols, eat not for his sake that shewed it, and for conscience sake: for the earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof:

New King James: But if anyone says to you, "This was offered to idols,'' do not eat it for the sake of the one who told you, and for conscience' sake; for "The earth is the Lord's, and all its fullness.''

American Standard: But if any man say unto you, This hath been offered in sacrifice, eat not, for his sake that showed it, and for conscience sake:

Living Bible: But if someone warns you that this meat has been offered to idols, then don't eat it for the sake of the man who told you, and of his conscience.

New International: But if anyone says to you, "This has been offered in sacrifice," then do not eat it, both for the sake of the man who told you and for conscience' sake --

Revised Standard: (But if some one says to you, "This has been offered in sacrifice," then out of consideration for the man who informed you, and for conscience' sake--

1 CORINTHIANS 11:24

King James: And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me.

New King James: and when He had given thanks, He broke it and said, "Take, eat; this is My body which is broken for you; do this in remembrance of Me.''

American Standard: and when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, This is my body, which is for you: this do in remembrance of me.

Living Bible: and when he had given thanks to God for it, he broke it and gave it to his disciples and said, ``Take this and eat it. This is my body, which is given for you. Do this to remember me.''

New International: and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me."

Revised Standard: and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and said, "This is my body which is for you. Do this in remembrance of me."

1 CORINTHIANS 11:29

King James: For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body.

New King James: For he who eats and drinks in an unworthy manner eats and drinks judgment to himself, not discerning the Lord's body.

American Standard: For he that eateth and drinketh, eateth and drinketh judgment unto himself, if he discern not the body.

Living Bible: For if he eats the bread and drinks from the cup unworthily, not thinking about the body of Christ and what it means, he is eating and drinking God's judgment upon himself; for he is trifling with the death of Christ.

New International: For anyone who eats and drinks without recognizing the body of the Lord eats and drinks judgment on himself.

Revised Standard: For any one who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and drinks judgment upon himself.

1 CORINTHIANS 15:47

King James: The first man is of the earth, earthy: the second man is the Lord from heaven.

New King James: The first man was of the earth, made of dust; the second Man is the Lord from heaven.

American Standard: The first man is of the earth, earthy: the second man is of heaven.

Living Bible: Adam was made from the dust of the earth, but Christ came from heaven above.

New International: The first man was of the dust of the earth, the second man from heaven.

Revised Standard: The first man was from the earth, a man of dust; the second man is from heaven.

1 CORINTHIANS 16:22

King James: If any man love not the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be Anathema Maranatha.

New King James: If anyone does not love the Lord Jesus Christ, let him be accursed. O Lord, come|

American Standard: If any man loveth not the Lord, let him be anathema. Maranatha.

Living Bible: if anyone does not love the Lord, that person is cursed. Lord Jesus, come!

New International: If anyone does not love the Lord--a curse be on him. Come, O Lord !

Revised Standard: If any one has no love for the Lord, let him be accursed. Our Lord, come!

1 CORINTHIANS 16:23

King James: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

New King James: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

American Standard: The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

Living Bible: May the love and favor of the Lord Jesus Christ rest upon

you.

New International: The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.

Revised Standard: The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.

2 CORINTHIANS 4:6

King James: For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

New King James: For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

American Standard: Seeing it is God, that said, Light shall shine out of darkness, who shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

Living Bible: For God, who said, ``Let there be light in the darkness,'' has made us understand that it is the brightness of his glory that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ.

New International: For God, who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.

Revised Standard: For it is the God who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.

2 CORINTHIANS 4:10

King James: Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body.

New King James: always carrying about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body.

American Standard: always bearing about in the body the dying of Jesus, that the life also of Jesus may be manifested in our body.

Living Bible: These bodies of ours are constantly facing death just as Jesus did; so it is clear to all that it is only the living Christ within [who keeps us safe ].

New International: We always carry around in our body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body.

Revised Standard: always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies.

2 CORINTHIANS 005:018

King James: And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

New King James: Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation,

American Standard: But all things are of God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ, and gave unto us the ministry of reconciliation;

Living Bible: All these new things are from God who brought us back to himself through what Christ Jesus did. And God has given us the privilege of urging everyone to come into his favor and be reconciled to him.

New International: All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation:

Revised Standard: All this is from God, who through Christ reconciled us to himself and gave us the ministry of reconciliation;

2 CORINTHIANS 11:31

King James: The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which is blessed for evermore, knoweth that I lie not.

New King James: The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is blessed forever, knows that I am not lying.

American Standard: The God and Father of the Lord Jesus, he who is blessed for evermore knoweth that I lie not.

Living Bible: God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who is to be praised forever and ever, knows I tell the truth.

New International: The God and Father of the Lord Jesus, who is to be praised forever, knows that I am not lying.

Revised Standard: The God and Father of the Lord Jesus, he who is blessed for ever, knows that I do not lie.

GALATIANS 3:1

King James: O foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth, before whose eyes Jesus Christ hath been evidently set forth, crucified among you?

New King James: O foolish Galatians| Who has bewitched you that you should not obey the truth, before whose eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed among you as crucified?

American Standard: O foolish Galatians, who did bewitch you, before whose eyes Jesus Christ was openly set forth crucified?

Living Bible: Oh, foolish Galatians! What magician has hypnotized you and cast an evil spell upon you? For you used to see the meaning of Jesus Christ's death as clearly as though I had waved a placard before you with a picture on it of Christ dying on the cross.

New International: You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified.

Revised Standard: O FOOLISH Galatians! Who has bewitched you, before whose eyes Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified?

GALATIANS 3:17

King James: And this I say, that the covenant, that was confirmed before of God in Christ, the law, which was four hundred and thirty years after, cannot disannul, that it should make the promise of none effect.

New King James: And this I say, that the law, which was four hundred and thirty years later, cannot annul the covenant that was confirmed before by God in Christ, that it should make the promise of no effect.

American Standard: Now this I say: A covenant confirmed beforehand by God, the law, which came four hundred and thirty years after, doth not disannul, so as to make the promise of none effect.

Living Bible: Here's what I am trying to say: God's promise to save through faith--and God wrote this promise down and signed it--could not be canceled or changed four hundred and thirty years later when God gave the Ten Commandments.

New International: What I mean is this: The law, introduced 430 years later, does not set aside the covenant previously established by God and thus do away with the promise.

Revised Standard: This is what I mean: the law, which came four hundred and thirty years afterward, does not annul a covenant previously ratified by God, so as to make the promise void.

GALATIANS 4:7

King James: Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.

New King James: Therefore you are no longer a slave but a son, and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.

American Standard: So that thou art no longer a bondservant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir through God.

Living Bible: Now we are no longer slaves, but God's own sons. And since we are his sons, everything he has belongs to us, for that is the way God planned.

New International: So you are no longer a slave, but a son; and since you are a son, God has made you also an heir.

Revised Standard: So through God you are no longer a slave but a son, and if a son then an heir.

GALATIANS 6:15

King James: For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.

New King James: For in Christ Jesus neither circumcision nor uncircumcision avails anything, but a new creation.

American Standard: For neither is circumcision anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creature.

Living Bible: It doesn't make any difference now whether we have been circumcised or not; what counts is whether we really have been changed into new and different people.

New International: Neither circumcision nor uncircumcision means anything; what counts is a new creation.

Revised Standard: For neither circumcision counts for anything, nor uncircumcision, but a new creation.

GALATIANS 6:17

King James: From henceforth let no man trouble me: for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus.

New King James: From now on let no one trouble me, for I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus.

American Standard: Henceforth, let no man trouble me; for I bear branded on my body the marks of Jesus.

Living Bible: From now on please don't argue with me about these things, for I carry on my body the scars of the whippings and wounds from Jesus' enemies that mark me as his slave.

New International: Finally, let no one cause me trouble, for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus.

Revised Standard: Henceforth let no man trouble me; for I bear on my body the marks of Jesus.

EPHESIANS 3:9

King James: And to make all men see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the world hath been hid in God, who created all things by Jesus Christ:

New King James: and to make all people see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the ages has been hidden in God who created all things through Jesus Christ;

American Standard: and to make all men see what is the dispensation of the mystery which for ages hath been hid in God who created all things;

Living Bible: and to explain to everyone that God is the Savior of the Gentiles too, just as he who made all things had secretly planned from the very beginning.

New International: and to make plain to everyone the administration of this mystery, which for ages past was kept hidden in God, who created all things.

Revised Standard: and to make all men see what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God who created all things;

EPHESIANS 3:14

King James: For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,

New King James: For this reason I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,

American Standard: For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father,

Living Bible: When I think of the wisdom and scope of his plan I fall down on my knees and pray to the Father of all the great family of God--some of them already in heaven and some down here on earth--

New International: For this reason I kneel before the Father,

Revised Standard: For this reason I bow my knees before the Father,

EPHESIANS 5:30

King James: For we are members of his body, of his flesh, and of his bones.

New King James: For we are members of His body, of His flesh and of His bones.

American Standard: because we are members of his body.

Living Bible: No one hates his own body but lovingly cares for it, just as Christ cares for his body the Church, of which we are parts.

New International: for we are members of his body.

Revised Standard: because we are members of his body.

EPHESIANS 6:10

King James: Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

New King James: Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might.

American Standard: Finally, be strong in the Lord, and in the strength of his might.

Living Bible: Last of all I want to remind you that your strength must come from the Lord's mighty power within you.

New International: Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.

Revised Standard: Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.

PHILIPPIANS 3:16

King James: Nevertheless, whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us mind the same thing.

New King James: Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us be of the same mind.

American Standard: only, whereunto we have attained, by that same rule let us walk.

Living Bible: if you fully obey the truth you have.

New International: Only let us live up to what we have already attained.

Revised Standard: Only let us hold true to what we have attained.

COLOSSIANS

COLOSSIANS 1:2

King James: To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ which are at Colosse: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

New King James: To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ who are in Colosse: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

American Standard: To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ that are at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father.

Living Bible: To: The faithful Christian brothers--God's people--in the city of Colosse.May God our Father shower you with blessings and fill you with his great peace.

New International: To the holy and faithful brothers in Christ at Colosse: Grace and peace to you from God our Father.

Revised Standard: To the saints and faithful brethren in Christ at Colossae: Grace to you and peace from God our Father.

COLOSSIANS 1: 14

King James: In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins:

New King James: in whom we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins.

American Standard: in whom we have our redemption, the forgiveness of our sins:

Living Bible: who bought our freedom with his blood and forgave us all our sins.

New International: in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

Revised Standard: in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.

COLOSSIANS 1:28

King James: Whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus:

New King James: Him we preach, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus.

American Standard: whom we proclaim, admonishing every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man perfect in Christ;

Living Bible: So everywhere we go we talk about Christ to all who will listen, warning them and teaching them as well as we know how. We want to be able to present each one to God, perfect because of what Christ has done for each of them.

New International: We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ.

Revised Standard: Him we proclaim, warning every man and teaching every man in all wisdom, that we may present every man mature in Christ.

COLOSSIANS 2:11

King James: In whom also ye are circumcised with the circumcision made without hands, in putting off the body of the sins of the flesh by the circumcision of Christ:

New King James: In Him you were also circumcised with the circumcision made without hands, by putting off the body of the sins of the flesh, by the circumcision of Christ,

American Standard: in whom ye were also circumcised with a circumcision not made with hands, in the putting off of the body of the flesh, in the circumcision of Christ;

Living Bible: When you came to Christ he set you free from your evil desires, not by a bodily operation of circumcision but by a spiritual operation, the baptism of your souls.

New International: In him you were also circumcised, in the putting off of the sinful nature, not with a circumcision done by the hands of men but with the circumcision done by Christ,

Revised Standard: In him also you were circumcised with a circumcision made without hands, by putting off the body of flesh in the circumcision of Christ;

COLOSSIANS 3:6

King James: For which things' sake the wrath of God cometh on the children of disobedience:

New King James: Because of these things the wrath of God is coming upon the sons of disobedience,

American Standard: for which things' sake cometh the wrath of God upon the

sons of disobedience:

Living Bible: God's terrible anger is upon those who do such things.

New International: Because of these, the wrath of God is coming.

Revised Standard: On account of these the wrath of God is coming.

1 THESSALONIANS

1 THESSALONIANS 1:1

King James: Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians which is in God the Father and in the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace be unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.

New King James: Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.

American Standard: Paul, and Silvanus, and Timothy, unto the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.

Living Bible: From: Paul, Silas and Timothy.To: The Church at Thessalonica--to you who belong to God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: May blessing and peace of heart be your rich gifts from God our Father, and from Jesus Christ our Lord.

New International: Paul, Silas and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace and peace to you.

Revised Standard: PAUL, SILVANUS, and Timothy, To the church of the Thessalonians in God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace to you and peace.

1 THESSALONIANS 2:9

King James: For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Are not even ye in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at his coming?

New King James: For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of rejoicing? Is it not even you in the presence of our Lord Jesus Christ at His coming?

American Standard: For what is our hope, or joy, or crown of glorying? Are not even ye, before our Lord Jesus at his coming?

Living Bible: For what is it we live for, that gives us hope and joy and is our proud reward and crown? It is you! Yes, you will bring us much joy as we stand together before our Lord Jesus Christ when he comes back again.

New International: For what is our hope, our joy, or the crown in which we will glory in the presence of our Lord Jesus when he comes? Is it not you?

Revised Standard: For what is our hope or joy or crown of boasting before our Lord Jesus at his coming? Is it not you?

1 THESSALONIANS 3:11

King James: Now God himself and our Father, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way unto you.

New King James: Now may our God and Father Himself, and our Lord Jesus Christ, direct our way to you.

American Standard: Now may our God and Father himself, and our Lord Jesus, direct our way unto you:

Living Bible: May God our Father himself and our Lord Jesus send us back to you again.

New International: Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus clear the way for us to come to you.

Revised Standard: Now may our God and Father himself, and our Lord Jesus, direct our way to you;

1 THESSALONIANS 3:13

King James: To the end he may stablish your hearts unblameable in holiness before God, even our Father, at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ with all his saints.

New King James: so that He may establish your hearts blameless in holiness before our God and Father at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ with all His saints.

American Standard: to the end he may establish your hearts unblameable in holiness before our God and Father, at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints.

Living Bible: This will result in your hearts being made strong, sinless

and holy by God our Father, so that you may stand before him guiltless on that day when our Lord Jesus Christ returns with all those who belong to him.

New International: May he strengthen your hearts so that you will be blameless and holy in the presence of our God and Father when our Lord Jesus comes with all his holy ones.

Revised Standard: so that he may establish your hearts unblamable in holiness before our God and Father, at the coming of our Lord Jesus with all his saints.

2 THESSALONIANS 1:8

King James: In flaming fire taking vengeance on them that know not God, and that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ:

New King James: in flaming fire taking vengeance on those who do not know God, and on those who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.

American Standard: rendering vengeance to them that know not God, and to them that obey not the gospel of our Lord Jesus:

1 TIMOTHY

Living Bible: bringing judgment on those who do not wish to know God, and who refuse to accept his plan to save them through our Lord Jesus Christ.

New International: He will punish those who do not know God and do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus.

Revised Standard: inflicting vengeance upon those who do not know God and upon those who do not obey the gospel of our Lord Jesus.

1 TIMOTHY

1 TIMOTHY 1:17

King James: Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only wise God, be honour and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

New King James: Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, to God who alone is wise, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.

American Standard: Now unto the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory forever and ever. Amen.

Living Bible: Glory and honor to God forever and ever. He is the King of the ages, the unseen one who never dies; he alone is God, and full of wisdom. Amen.

New International: Now to the King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Revised Standard: To the King of ages, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.

1 TIMOTHY 2:7

King James: Whereunto I am ordained a preacher, and an apostle, (I speak the truth in Christ, and lie not;) a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and verity.

New King James: for which I was appointed a preacher and an apostle_I am speaking the truth in Christ and not lying_a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

American Standard: whereunto I was appointed a preacher and an apostle (I speak the truth, I lie not), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

Living Bible: And I have been chosen--this is the absolute truth--as God's minister and missionary to teach this truth to the Gentiles, and to show them God's plan of salvation through faith.

New International: And for this purpose I was appointed a herald and an apostle--I am telling the truth, I am not lying--and a teacher of the true faith to the Gentiles.

Revised Standard: For this I was appointed a preacher and apostle (I am telling the truth, I am not lying), a teacher of the Gentiles in faith and truth.

1 TIMOTHY 3:6

King James: And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.

New King James: And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifested in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up in glory.

American Standard: And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness; He who was manifested in the flesh, Justified in the spirit, Seen of angels, Preached among the nations, Believed on in the world, Received up in glory.

Living Bible: It is quite true that the way to live a godly life is not an easy matter. But the answer lies in Christ, who came to earth as a man, was proved spotless and pure in his Spirit, was served by angels, was preached among the nations, was accepted by men everywhere and was received up again to his glory in heaven.

New International: Beyond all question, the mystery of godliness is great: He appeared in a body, was vindicated by the Spirit, was seen by angels, was preached among the nations, was believed on in the world, was taken up in glory.

Revised Standard: Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of our religion: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated in the Spirit, seen by angels, preached among the nations, believed on in the world, taken up in glory.

1 TIMOTHY 4:12

King James: Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.

New King James: Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity.

American Standard: Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an ensample to them that believe, in word, in manner of life, in love, in faith, in purity.

Living Bible: Don't let anyone think little of you because you are young. Be their ideal; let them follow the way you teach and live; be a pattern for them in your love, your faith, and your clean thoughts.

New International: Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.

Revised Standard: Let no one despise your youth, but set the believers an example in speech and conduct, in love, in faith, in purity.

1 TIMOTHY 6:5

King James: Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.

New King James: useless wranglings of men of corrupt minds and destitute of the truth, who suppose that godliness is a means of gain. From such withdraw yourself.

American Standard: wranglings of men corrupted in mind and bereft of the truth, supposing that godliness is a way of gain.

Living Bible: These arguers--their minds warped by sin--don't know how to tell the truth; to them the Good News is just a means of making money. Keep away from them.

New International: and constant friction between men of corrupt mind, who have been robbed of the truth and who think that godliness is a means to financial gain.

Revised Standard: and wrangling among men who are depraved in mind and bereft of the truth, imagining that godliness is a means of gain.

2 TIMOTHY 1:11

King James: Whereunto I am appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles.

New King James: to which I was appointed a preacher, an apostle, and a teacher of the Gentiles.

American Standard: whereunto I was appointed a preacher, and an apostle, and a teacher.

Living Bible: And God has chosen me to be his missionary, to preach to the Gentiles and teach them.

New International: And of this gospel I was appointed a herald and an apostle and a teacher.

Revised Standard: For this gospel I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher,

2 TIMOTHY 4:1

King James: I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom;

New King James: I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who will judge the living and the dead at His appearing and His kingdom:

American Standard: I charge thee in the sight of God, and of Christ Jesus, who shall judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom:

Living Bible: And so I solemnly urge you before God and before Christ Jesus--who will some day judge the living and the dead when he appears to set up his Kingdom--

New International: In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge:

Revised Standard: I CHARGE you in the presence off God and of Christ Jesus who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom:

2 TIMOTHY 4:22

King James: The Lord Jesus Christ be with thy spirit. Grace be with you. Amen.

New King James: The Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Grace be with you. Amen.

American Standard: The Lord be with thy spirit. Grace be with you.

Living Bible: May the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Farewell, Paul

New International: The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you.

Revised Standard: The Lord be with your spirit. Grace be with you.

TITUS 1:4

King James: To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour.

New King James: To Titus, my true son in our common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Savior.

American Standard: to Titus, my true child after a common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Saviour.

Living Bible: To: Titus, who is truly my son in the affairs of the Lord.May God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior give you his blessings and his peace.

New International: To Titus, my true son in our common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.

Revised Standard: To Titus, my true child in a common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.

PHILEMON 1:6

King James: That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus.

New King James: that the sharing of your faith may become effective by the acknowledgment of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus.

American Standard: that the fellowship of thy faith may become effectual, in the knowledge of every good thing which is in you, unto Christ.

Living Bible: And I pray that as you share your faith with others it will grip their lives too, as they see the wealth of good things in you that come from Christ Jesus.

New International: I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ.

Revised Standard: and I pray that the sharing of your faith may promote the knowledge of all the good that is ours in Christ.

HEBREWS 1:3

King James: Who being the brightness of his glory, and the express image of his person, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had by himself purged our sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high;

New King James: who being the brightness of His glory and the express image of His person, and upholding all things by the word of His power, when He had by Himself purged our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high,

American Standard: who being the effulgence of his glory, and the very image of his substance, and upholding all things by the word of his power, when he had made purification of sins, sat down on the right hand of the Majesty on high;

Living Bible: God's Son shines out with God's glory, and all that God's Son is and does marks him as God. He regulates the universe by the mighty power of his command. He is the one who died to cleanse us and clear our record of all sin, and then sat down in highest honor beside the great God of heaven.

New International: The Son is the radiance of God's glory and the exact representation of his being, sustaining all things by his powerful word. After he had provided purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty in heaven.

Revised Standard: He reflects the glory of God and bears the very stamp of his nature, upholding the universe by his word of power. When he had made purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high,

HEBREWS 2:7

King James: Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; thou crownedst him with glory and honour, and didst set him over the works of thy hands:

New King James: You made him a little lower than the angels; You crowned him with glory and honor, and set him over the works of Your hands.

American Standard: Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; Thou crownedst him with glory and honor, And didst set him over the works of thy hands:

Living Bible: For though you made him lower than the angels for a little while, now you have crowned him with glory and honor.

New International: You made him a little lower than the angels; you crowned him with glory and honor

Revised Standard: Thou didst make him for a little while lower than the angels, thou hast crowned him with glory and honor,

HEBREWS 3:1

King James: Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus;

New King James: Therefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, Christ Jesus,

American Standard: Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our confession, even Jesus;

Living Bible: Therefore, dear brothers whom God has set apart for himself--you who are chosen for heaven--I want you to think now about this Jesus who is God's Messenger and the High Priest of our faith.

New International: Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess.

Revised Standard: THEREFORE, HOLY brethren, who share in a heavenly call, consider Jesus, the apostle and high priest of our confession.

HEBREWS 7:21

King James: (For those priests were made without an oath; but this with an oath by him that said unto him, The Lord sware and will not repent, Thou art a priest for ever after the order of Melchisedec:)

New King James: (for they have become priests without an oath, but He with an oath by Him who said to Him: "The Lord has sworn and will not relent, `You are a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek' ''),

American Standard: (for they indeed have been made priests without an oath; but he with an oath by him that saith of him, The Lord sware and will not repent himself, Thou art a priest for ever);

Living Bible: although he never said that of other priests. Only to Christ he said, ``The Lord has sworn and will never change his mind: You are a Priest forever, with the rank of Melchizedek.''

New International: but he became a priest with an oath when God said to him: "The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind: `You are a priest forever.'"

Revised Standard: Those who formerly became priests took their office without an oath, but this one was addressed with an oath, "The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, 'Thou art a priest for ever.'"

HEBREWS 10:30

King James: For we know him that hath said, Vengeance belongeth unto me, I will recompense, saith the Lord. And again, The Lord shall judge his people.

New King James: For we know Him who said, "Vengeance is Mine; I will repay, says the Lord.'' And again, "The Lord will judge His people.''

American Standard: For we know him that said, Vengeance belongeth unto me, I will recompense. And again, The Lord shall judge his people.

Living Bible: For we know him who said, ``Justice belongs to me; I will repay them''; who also said, ``The Lord himself will handle these cases.''

New International: For we know him who said, "It is mine to avenge; I will repay," and again, "The Lord will judge his people."

Revised Standard: For we know him who said, "Vengeance is mine, I will repay." And again, "The Lord will judge his people."

HEBREWS 010:034

King James: For ye had compassion of me in my bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of your goods, knowing in yourselves that ye have in heaven a better and an enduring substance.

New King James: for you had compassion on me in my chains, and joyfully accepted the plundering of your goods, knowing that you have a better and an enduring possession for yourselves in heaven.

American Standard: For ye both had compassion on them that were in bonds, and took joyfully the spoiling of you possessions, knowing that ye have for yourselves a better possession and an abiding one.

Living Bible: You suffered with those thrown into jail, and you were actually joyful when all you owned was taken from you, knowing that better things were awaiting you in heaven, things that would be yours forever.

New International: You sympathized with those in prison and joyfully accepted the confiscation of your property, because you knew that you yourselves had better and lasting possessions.

Revised Standard: For you had compassion on the prisoners, and you joyfully accepted the plundering of your property, since you knew that you yourselves had a better possession and an abiding one.

HEBREWS 011:011

King James: Through faith also Sara herself received strength to conceive seed, and was delivered of a child when she was past age, because she judged him faithful who had promised.

New King James: By faith Sarah herself also received strength to conceive seed, and she bore a child when she was past the age, because she judged Him faithful who had promised.

American Standard: By faith even Sarah herself received power to conceive seed when she was past age, since she counted him faithful who had promised:

Living Bible: Sarah, too, had faith, and because of this she was able to become a mother in spite of her old age, for she realized that God, who gave her his promise, would certainly do what he said.

New International: By faith Abraham, even though he was past age--and Sarah herself was barren--was enabled to become a father because he considered him faithful who had made the promise.

Revised Standard: By faith Sarah herself received power to conceive, even when she was past the age, since she considered him faithful who had promised.

JAMES 005:016

King James: Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.

New King James: Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.

American Standard: Confess therefore your sins one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The supplication of a righteous man availeth much in its working.

Living Bible: Admit your faults to one another and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous man has great power and wonderful results.

New International: Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.

Revised Standard: Therefore confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man has great power in its effects.

1 PETER 1:22

King James: Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently:

New King James: Since you have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the Spirit in sincere love of the brethren, love one another fervently with a pure heart,

American Standard: Seeing ye have purified your souls in your obedience to the truth unto unfeigned from the heart fervently:

Living Bible: Now you can have real love for everyone because your souls have been cleansed from selfishness and hatred when you trusted Christ to save you; so see to it that you really do love each other warmly, with all your hearts.

New International: Now that you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from the heart.

Revised Standard: Having purified your souls by your obedience to the truth for a sincere love of the brethren, love one another earnestly from the heart.

1 PETER 4:1

King James: Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin;

New King James: Therefore, since Christ suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves also with the same mind, for he who has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin,

American Standard: Forasmuch then as Christ suffered in the flesh, arm ye yourselves also with the same mind; for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin;

Living Bible: Since Christ suffered and underwent pain, you must have the same attitude he did; you must be ready to suffer, too. For remember, when your body suffers, sin loses its power,

New International: Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because he who has suffered in his body is done with sin.

Revised Standard: SINCE THEREFORE Christ suffered in the flesh, arm yourselves with the same thought, for whoever has suffered in the flesh has ceased from sin,

1 PETER 4:14

King James: If ye be reproached for the name of Christ, happy are ye; for the spirit of glory and of God resteth upon you: on their part he is evil spoken of, but on your part he is glorified.

New King James: If you are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are you, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you. On their part He is blasphemed, but on your part He is glorified.

American Standard: If ye are reproached for the name of Christ, blessed are ye; because the Spirit of glory and the Spirit of God resteth upon you.

Living Bible: Be happy if you are cursed and insulted for being a Christian, for when that happens the Spirit of God will come upon you with great glory.

New International: If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you.

Revised Standard: If you are reproached for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.

1 PETER 5:10

King James: But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.

New King James: But may the God of all grace, who called us to His eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a while, perfect, establish, strengthen, and settle you.

American Standard: And the God of all grace, who called you unto his eternal glory in Christ, after that ye have suffered a little while, shall himself perfect, establish, strengthen you.

Living Bible: After you have suffered a little while, our God, who is full of kindness through Christ, will give you his eternal glory. He personally will come and pick you up, and set you firmly in place, and make you stronger than ever.

New International: And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.

Revised Standard: And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, establish, and strengthen you.

1 PETER 5:11

King James: To him be glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

New King James: To Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen.

American Standard: To him be the dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

Living Bible: To him be all power over all things, forever and ever. Amen.

New International: To him be the power for ever and ever. Amen.

Revised Standard: To him be the dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

2 PETER 2:17

King James: These are wells without water, clouds that are carried with a tempest; to whom the mist of darkness is reserved for ever.

New King James: These are wells without water, clouds carried by a tempest, to whom the gloom of darkness is reserved forever.

American Standard: These are springs without water, and mists driven by a storm; for whom the blackness of darkness hath been reserved.

Living Bible: These men are as useless as dried-up springs of water, promising much and delivering nothing; they are as unstable as clouds driven by the storm winds. They are doomed to the eternal pits of darkness.

New International: These men are springs without water and mists driven by a storm. Blackest darkness is reserved for them.

Revised Standard: These are waterless springs and mists driven by a storm; for them the nether gloom of darkness has been reserved.

2 PETER 3:9

King James: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.

New King James: The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.

American Standard: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some count slackness; but is longsuffering to you-ward, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Living Bible: He isn't really being slow about his promised return, even though it sometimes seems that way. But he is waiting, for the good reason that he is not willing that any should perish, and he is giving more time for sinners to repent.

New International: The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.

Revised Standard: The Lord is not slow about his promise as some count slowness, but is forbearing toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance.

1 JOHN 1:07

King James: But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin.

New King James: But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin.

American Standard: but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanseth us from all sin.

Living Bible: But if we are living in the light of God's presence, just as Christ does, then we have wonderful fellowship and joy with each other, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from every sin.

New International: But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.

Revised Standard: but if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus his Son cleanses us from all sin.

1 JOHN 2:7

King James: Brethren, I write no new commandment unto you, but an old commandment which ye had from the beginning. The old commandment is the word which ye have heard from the beginning.

New King James: Brethren, I write no new commandment to you, but an old commandment which you have had from the beginning. The old commandment is the word which you heard from the beginning. commandment which ye had from the beginning: the old commandment is the word which ye heard.

Living Bible: Dear brothers, I am not writing out a new rule for you to obey, for it is an old one you have always had, right from the start. You have heard it all before.

New International: Dear friends, I am not writing you a new command but an old one, which you have had since the beginning. This old command is the message you have heard.

Revised Standard: Beloved, I am writing you no new commandment, but an old commandment which you had from the beginning; the old commandment is the word which you have heard.

1 JOHN 4:3

King James: And every spirit that confesseth not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh is not of God: and this is that spirit of antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it should come; and even now already is it in the world.

New King James: and every spirit that does not confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is not of God. And this is the spirit of the Antichrist, which you have heard was coming, and is

now already in the world.

American Standard: and every spirit that confesseth not Jesus is not of God: and this is the spirit of the antichrist, whereof ye have heard that it cometh; and now it is in the world already.

Living Bible: If not, the message is not from God but from one who is against Christ, like the ``Antichrist'' you have heard about who is going to come, and his attitude of enmity against Christ is already abroad in the world.

New International: but every spirit that does not acknowledge Jesus is not from God. This is the spirit of the antichrist, which you have heard is coming and even now is already in the world.

Revised Standard: and every spirit which does not confess Jesus is not of God. This is the spirit of antichrist, of which you heard that it was coming, and now it is in the world already.

1 JOHN 4:9

King James: In this was manifested the love of God toward us, because that God sent his only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through him.

New King James: In this the love of God was manifested toward us, that God has sent His only begotten Son into the world, that we might live through Him.

American Standard: Herein was the love of God manifested in us, that God hath sent his only begotten Son into the world that we might live through him.

Living Bible: God showed how much he loved us by sending his only Son into this wicked world to bring to us eternal life through his death.

New International: This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him.

Revised Standard: In this the love of God was made manifest among us, that God sent his only Son into the world, so that we might live through him.

1 JOHN 4:19

King James: We love him, because he first loved us.

New King James: We love Him because He first loved us.

American Standard: We love, because he first loved us.

Living Bible: So you see, our love for him comes as a result of his loving us first.

New International: We love because he first loved us.

Revised Standard: We love, because he first loved us.

1 JOHN 5:-7-8

King James: 7. For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.

8. And there are three that bear witness in earth, the spirit, and the water, and the blood: and these three agree in one.

New King James: 7. For there are three who bear witness in heaven: the Father, the Word, and the Holy Spirit; and these three are one.

8. And there are three that bear witness on earth: the Spirit, the water, and the blood; and these three agree as one.

American Standard: 7. And it is the Spirit that beareth witness, because the Spirit is the truth.

8. For there are three who bear witness, the Spirit, and the water, and the blood: and the three agree in one

Living Bible: And we know he is, because God said so with a voice from heaven when Jesus was baptized, and again as he was facing death --yes, not only at his baptism but also as he faced death. And the Holy Spirit, forever truthful, says it too. So we have these three witnesses: the voice of the Holy Spirit in our hearts, the voice from heaven at Christ's baptism, and the voice before he died. And they all say the same thing: that Jesus Christ is the Son of God.

New International: 7. For there are three that testify: 8. the Spirit, the water and the blood; and the three are in agreement.

Revised Standard: 7. And the Spirit is the witness, because the Spirit is the truth. 8. There are three witnesses, the Spirit, the water, and the blood; and these three agree.

1 JOHN 5:13

King James: These things have I written unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God; tthat ye may know that ye have eternal life, and that ye may believe on the name of the Son of God.

New King James: These things I have written to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life, and that you may continue to believe in the name of the Son of God.

American Standard: These things have I written unto you, that ye may know that ye have eternal life, even unto you that believe on the name of the Son of God.

Living Bible: I have written this to you who believe in the Son of God so that you may know you have eternal life.

New International: I write these things to you who believe in the name of the Son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life.

Revised Standard: I write this to you who believe in the name of the Son of God, that you may know that you have eternal life.

JUDE 1:25

King James: To the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.

New King James: to God our Savior, who alone is wise, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and forever. Amen.

American Standard: to the only God our Saviour, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion and power, before all time, and now, and for evermore. Amen.

Living Bible: And now--all glory to him who alone is God, who saves us through Jesus Christ our Lord; yes, splendor and majesty, all power and authority are his from the beginning; his they are and his they evermore shall be. And he is able to keep you from slipping and falling away, and to bring you, sinless and perfect, into his glorious presence with mighty shouts of everlasting joy. Amen. Jude

New International: to the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, through Jesus Christ our Lord, before all ages, now and forevermore! Amen.

Revised Standard: to the only God, our Savior through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority, before all time and now and for ever. Amen.

REVELATION 1:8

King James: I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the ending, saith the Lord, which is, and which was, and which is to come, the Almighty.

New King James: "I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End,'' says the Lord, "who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.''

American Standard: I am the Alpha and the Omega, saith the Lord God, who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.

Living Bible: ``I am the A and the Z, the Beginning and the Ending of all things,'' says God, who is the Lord, the All Powerful One who is, and was, and is coming again!

New International: "I am the Alpha and the Omega," says the Lord God, "who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty."

Revised Standard: "I am the Alpha and the Omega," says the Lord God, who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.

REVELATION 1:11

King James: Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last: and, What thou seest, write in a book, and send it unto the seven churches which are in Asia; unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamos, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto Laodicea.

New King James: saying, "I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last,'' and, "What you see, write in a book and send it to the seven churches which are in Asia: to Ephesus, to Smyrna, to Pergamos, to Thyatira, to Sardis, to Philadelphia, and to Laodicea.''

American Standard: saying, What thou seest, write in a book and send it to the seven churches: unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamum, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto Laodicea.

Living Bible: saying, ``I am A and Z, the First and Last!'' And then I heard him say, ``Write down everything you see, and send your letter to the seven churches in Turkey: to the church in Ephesus, the one in Smyrna, and those in Pergamos, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea.''

New International: which said: "Write on a scroll what you see and send it to the seven churches: to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea."

Revised Standard: saying, "Write what you see in a book and send it to the seven churches, to Ephesus and to Smyrna and to Pergamum and to Thyatira and to Sardis and to Philadelphia and to La-odicea."

REVELATION 2:13

King James: I know thy works, and where thou dwellest, even where Satan's seat is: and thou holdest fast my name, and hast not denied my faith, even in those days wherein Antipas was my faithful martyr, who was slain among you, where Satan dwelleth.

New King James: "I know your works, and where you dwell, where Satan's throne is. And you hold fast to My name, and did not deny My faith even in the days in which Antipas was My faithful martyr, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells.

American Standard: I know where thou dwellest, even where Satan's throne is; and thou holdest fast my name, and didst not deny my faith, even in the days of Antipas my witness, my faithful one, who was killed among you, where Satan dwelleth.

Living Bible: I am fully aware that you live in the city where Satan's throne is, at the center of satanic worship; and yet you have remained loyal to me, and refused to deny me, even when Antipas, my faithful witness, was martyred among you by Satan's devotees.

New International: I know where you live--where Satan has his throne. Yet you remain true to my name. You did not renounce your faith in me, even in the days of Antipas, my faithful witness, who was put to death in your city--where Satan lives.

Revised Standard: "'I know where you dwell, where Satan's throne is; you hold fast my name and you did not deny my faith even in the days of Antipas my witness, my faithful one, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells.

REVELATION 5:14

King James: And the four beasts said, Amen. And the four and twenty elders fell down and worshipped him that liveth for ever and ever.

New King James: Then the four living creatures said, "Amen|'' And the twenty-four elders fell down and worshiped Him who lives forever and ever.

American Standard: And the four living creatures said, Amen. And the elders fell down and worshipped.

Living Bible: And the four Living Beings kept saying, ``Amen!'' And the twenty-four Elders fell down and worshiped him.

New International: The four living creatures said, "Amen," and the elders fell down and worshiped.

Revised Standard: And the four living creatures said, "Amen!" and the elders fell down and worshiped.

REVELATION 6:1

King James: And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals, and I heard, as it were the noise of thunder, one of the four beasts saying, Come and see.

New King James: Now I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seals; and I heard one of the four living creatures saying with a voice like thunder, "Come and see.''

American Standard: And I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seven seals, and I heard one of the four living creatures saying as with a voice of thunder, Come.

Living Bible: As I watched, the Lamb broke the first seal and began to

unroll the scroll. Then one of the four Living Beings, with a voice that sounded like thunder, said, ``Come!''

New International: I watched as the Lamb opened the first of the seven seals. Then I heard one of the four living creatures say in a voice like thunder, "Come!"

Revised Standard: NOW I saw when the Lamb opened one of the seven seals, and I heard one of the four living creatures say, as with a voice of thunder, "Come!"

REVELATION 8:13

King James: And I beheld, and heard an angel flying through the midst of heaven, saying with a loud voice, Woe, woe, woe, to the inhabiters of the earth by reason of the other voices of the trumpet of the three angels, which are yet to sound!

New King James: And I looked, and I heard an angel flying through the midst of heaven, saying with a loud voice, "Woe, woe, woe to the inhabitants of the earth, because of the remaining blasts of the trumpet of the three angels who are about to sound|''

American Standard: And I saw, and I heard an eagle, flying in mid heaven, saying with a great voice, Woe, woe, woe, for them that dwell on the earth, by reason of the other voices of the trumpet of the three angels, who are yet to sound.

Living Bible: As I watched, I saw a solitary eagle flying through the heavens crying loudly, ``Woe, woe, woe to the people of the earth because of the terrible things that will soon happen when the three remaining angels blow their trumpets.''

New International: As I watched, I heard an eagle that was flying in midair call out in a loud voice: "Woe! Woe! Woe to the inhabitants of the earth, because of the trumpet blasts about to be sounded by the other three angels!"

Revised Standard: Then I looked, and I heard an eagle crying with a loud voice, as it flew in midheaven, "Woe, woe, woe to those who dwell on the earth, at the blasts of the other trumpets which the three angels are about to blow!"

REVELATION 11:17

King James: Saying, We give thee thanks, O Lord God Almighty, which art, and wast, and art to come; because thou hast taken to thee thy great power, and hast reigned.

New King James: saying: "We give You thanks, O Lord God Almighty, the One who is and who was and who is to come, because You have taken Your great power and reigned.

American Standard: saying, We give thee thanks, O Lord God, the Almighty, who art and who wast; because thou hast taken thy great power, and didst reign.

Living Bible: ``We give thanks, Lord God Almighty, who is and was, for now you have assumed your great power and have begun to reign.

New International: saying: "We give thanks to you, Lord God Almighty, the One who is and who was, because you have taken your great power and have begun to reign.

Revised Standard: saying, "We give thanks to thee, Lord God Almighty, who art and who wast, that thou hast taken thy great power and begun to reign.

REVELATION 12:12

King James: Therefore rejoice, ye heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe to the inhabiters of the earth and of the sea! for the devil is come down unto you, having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time.

New King James: "Therefore rejoice, O heavens, and you who dwell in them| Woe to the inhabitants of the earth and the sea| For the devil has come down to you, having great wrath, because he knows that he has a short time.''

American Standard: Therefore rejoice, O heavens, and ye that dwell in them. Woe for the earth and for the sea: because the devil is gone down unto you, having great wrath, knowing that he hath but a short time.

Living Bible: Rejoice, O heavens! You citizens of heaven, rejoice! Be glad! But woe to you people of the world, for the devil has come down to you in great anger, knowing that he has little time.''

New International: Therefore rejoice, you heavens and you who dwell in them! But woe to the earth and the sea, because the devil has gone down to you! He is filled with fury, because he knows that his time is short."

Revised Standard: Rejoice then, O heaven and you that dwell therein! But woe to you, O earth and sea, for the devil has come down to you in great wrath, because he knows that his time is short!"

REVELATION 12:17

King James: And the dragon was wroth with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.

New King James: And the dragon was enraged with the woman, and he went to make war with the rest of her offspring, who keep the commandments of God and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.

American Standard: And the dragon waxed wroth with the woman, and went away to make war with the rest of her seed, that keep the commandments of God, and hold the testimony of Jesus:

Living Bible: Then the furious Dragon set out to attack the rest of her children--all who were keeping God's commandments and confessing that they belong to Jesus. He stood waiting on an ocean beach.

New International: Then the dragon was enraged at the woman and went off to make war against the rest of her offspring--those who obey God's commandments and hold to the testimony of Jesus.

Revised Standard: Then the dragon was angry with the woman, and went off to make war on the rest of her offspring, on those who keep the commandments of God and bear testimony to Jesus. And he stood on the sand of the sea.

REVELATION 14:5

King James: And in their mouth was found no guile: for they are without fault before the throne of God.

New King James: And in their mouth was found no guile, for they are without fault before the throne of God.

American Standard: And in their mouth was found no lie: they are without blemish.

Living Bible: No falsehood can be charged against them; they are blameless.

New International: No lie was found in their mouths; they are blameless.

Revised Standard: and in their mouth no lie was found, for they are spotless.

REVELATION 16:17

King James: And the seventh angel poured out his vial into the air; and there came a great voice out of the temple of heaven, from the throne, saying, It is done.

New King James: Then the seventh angel poured out his bowl into the air, and a loud voice came out of the temple of heaven, from the throne, saying, "It is done|''

American Standard: And the seventh poured out his bowl upon the air; and there came forth a great voice out of the temple, from the throne, saying, It is done:

Living Bible: Then the seventh angel poured out his flask into the air; and a mighty shout came from the throne of the temple in heaven, saying, ``It is finished!''

New International: The seventh angel poured out his bowl into the air, and out of the temple came a loud voice from the throne, saying, "It is done!"

Revised Standard: The seventh angel poured his bowl into the air, and a loud voice came out of the temple, from the throne, saying, "It is done!"

REVELATION 20:9

King James: And they went up on the breadth of the earth, and compassed the camp of the saints about, and the beloved city: and fire came down from God out of heaven, and devoured them.

New King James: They went up on the breadth of the earth and surrounded the camp of the saints and the beloved city. And fire came down from God out of heaven and devoured them.

American Standard: And they went up over the breadth of the earth, and compassed the camp of the saints about, and the beloved city: and fire came down out of heaven, and devoured them.

Living Bible: They will go up across the broad plain of the earth and surround God's people and the beloved city of Jerusalem on every side. But fire from God in heaven will flash down on the attacking armies and consume them.

New International: They marched across the breadth of the earth and surrounded the camp of God's people, the city he loves. But fire came down from heaven and devoured them.

Revised Standard: And they marched up over the broad earth and surrounded the camp of the saints and the beloved city; but fire came down from heaven and consumed them,

REVELATION 20:12

King James: And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their

works.

New King James: And I saw the dead, small and great, standing before God, and books were opened. And another book was opened, which is the Book of Life. And the dead were judged according to

their works, by the things which were written in the books.

American Standard: And I saw the dead, the great and the small, standing before the throne; and books were opened: and another book was opened, which is the book of life: and the dead were judged out of the things which were written in the books, according to their works.

Living Bible: I saw the dead, great and small, standing before God; and The Books were opened, including the Book of Life. And the dead were judged according to the things written in The Books, each according to the deeds he had done.

New International: And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Another book was opened, which is the book of life. The dead were judged according to what they had done as recorded in the books.

Revised Standard: And I saw the dead, great and small, standing before the throne, and books were opened. Also another book was opened, which is the book of life. And the dead were judged by what was written in the books, by what they had done.

REVELATION 21:24

King James: And the nations of them which are saved shall walk in the light of it: and the kings of the earth do bring their glory and honour into it.

New King James: And the nations of those who are saved shall walk in its light, and the kings of the earth bring their glory and honor into it.

American Standard: And the nations shall walk amidst the light thereof: and the kings of the earth bring their glory into it.

Living Bible: Its light will light the nations of the earth, and the rulers of the world will come and bring their glory to it.

New International: The nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their splendor into it.

Revised Standard: By its light shall the nations walk; and the kings of the earth shall bring their glory into it,

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