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What changed in the new NIV?
The 2011 New International Version (NIV) replaces references of just men, to both men and women. In the 1984 NIV Mark 4:25 says, “Whoever has will be given more; whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken from him.” The 2011 version replaces the “he” and “him” with “they” and “them.”
Which Bible verses did the NIV delete?
The sixteen omitted verses
- (1) Matthew 17:21.
- (2) Matthew 18:11.
- (3) Matthew 23:14.
- (4) Mark 7:16.
- (5 & 6) Mark 9:44 & 9:46.
- (7) Mark 11:26.
- (8) Mark 15:28.
- (9) Luke 17:36.
How is the NIV different from the KJV?
Today’s KJV reads at a 12th-grade level. The New King James Version (NKJV) reads at a 9th-grade reading level, while the New International Version (NIV reads at a 7th-grade level. The NIV also adheres closely to the literal texts but provides more of an intended meaning of Scripture.
When did NIV Bible change?
The NIV was updated in 1984 and 2011 and has become one of the most popular and best-selling modern translations.
What does NIV mean in the Bible?
New International Versions
One of the Bible’s most popular translations is the NIV (New International Versions) and newer versions, like the ESV (English Standard Version) also sell remarkably well.
Who revised the NIV Bible?
Zondervan
The New International Version (NIV) is an English translation of the Bible first published in 1978 by Biblica (formerly the International Bible Society)….
| New International Version | |
|---|---|
| Reading level | 7.8 |
| Revision | 1984, 2011 |
| Publisher | Biblica (worldwide) Zondervan (US) Hodder & Stoughton (UK) |
Who owns the New International Version Bible?
The rights to the text are owned by Biblica (formerly International Bible Society). Zondervan published the TNIV in North America. Hodder & Stoughton published the TNIV in the UK and European Union. A team of 13 translators worked on the translation, with forty additional scholars reviewing the translation work.
What is the difference between the King James Version and NIV?
We have the King James Version and we have the New International Version. But what makes them so different? Let’s take a look! KJV – The KJV was originally published in 1611. This translation is based entirely on the Textus Receptus. Most modern readers will take this translation very literally. NIV – Was first printed in 1978.
Do new versions of the Bible remove verses?
New versions remove verses. Most add words. King James (KJV): “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.” Acts 8:37 New American Standard Version (NASB): Verse removed.
How does the NIV change the attributes of God?
NIV rearranges and rewords the attributes of God, seemingly at will. The first changes to this text occur in the names and pronouns. Later, goodness becomes love, truth becomes faithfulness.
Should I choose the KJV or NIV?
According to the Center for the Study of Religion and American Culture at Indiana University, 38\% of Americans will choose a KJV. NIV – This Bible translation has more than 450 million copies in print. It is the first major translation to depart from the KJV. KJV – The KJV is renowned for its historical significance and poetic sounding language.