Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, John (eBook)

Richard Francis Weymouth (Autor)

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2022
53 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654718012-8 (EAN)

Infos

In the 'Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech, John', Richard Francis Weymouth presents a groundbreaking translation of the Gospel of John, masterfully crafted to resonate with contemporary readers while preserving the essential message of the original text. Weymouth's literary style is marked by clarity and simplicity, employing modern speech that strips away archaic language barriers, allowing the spiritual depth of the Gospel to emerge with fresh vitality. Positioned within the early 20th-century context of biblical scholarship, this translation reflects a commitment to accessibility and relevance without sacrificing fidelity to the source material. Richard Francis Weymouth, a renowned British classical scholar, was deeply influenced by the cultural and religious upheavals of his time. His background in language and linguistics, combined with an earnest desire to make the Scriptures understandable to lay readers, fueled his ambition to create a translation that bridges the gap between ancient texts and modern sensibilities. Weymouth's scholarly rigor and passion for the Christian faith undergird this influential work, positioning it as a significant contribution to biblical translations. This edition of the Gospel of John is highly recommended for both academic study and personal exploration, offering an engaging and enlightening perspective that invites readers to connect with the profound messages of faith, love, and belief found in the text. Weymouth's work is indispensable for those seeking a more accessible yet authentically rooted encounter with the Scriptures.

Autor

Richard Francis Weymouth was an eminent Bible scholar and philologist of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Born in Plymouth, England, in 1822, Weymouth devoted his life to the study of biblical texts and the pursuit of making the Scriptures more accessible to the English-speaking public. He held a masterful command of ancient languages and is best known for his translation of the New Testament into modern English, an endeavor that resulted in the widely recognized 'Weymouth New Testament in Modern Speech' which includes works such as 'John'. His translation aimed to capture the original Greek's nuance while rendering it into the clear, contemporary language of his time. Weymouth was an advocate of literal translation techniques, striving to preserve the original authors' intent and stylistic voice. His literary style is characterized by precision and clarity, avoiding paraphrase while ensuring the text remained understandable for the lay reader. Weymouth's translation has been lauded for its scholarly rigor and its contribution to biblical hermeneutics. He passed away in 1902, but his scholarly work continues to influence modern bible studies and English translations of religious texts.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 15.8.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Religion / Theologie ► Christentum ► Bibelausgaben / Bibelkommentare
• Schlagworte: 1st-century Palestine • accessible scripture study • Bible • biblical commentary • Biblical Literature • Christian educational resource • Christian scripture • Christian text • Christian texts • clear language scripture • contemporary theological insights • Early 20th-century Bible • English linguist translator • evangelical Christian literature • Evangelist account • faithful text representation • Gospel of John • Gospel of John interpretation • John • modern biblical translation • Modern Speech Bible • New Testament translation • New Testament translations • religious classics • religious literature • religious scholarship • Richard Francis Weymouth • Scholarly biblical analysis • Scriptural Interpretation • Spiritual Teachings • The Bible • theological works • Weymouth New Testament