NASB (1995 Edition) versus NASB (Current Edition)

[JesusFan]

Due to its lack of gender inclusive language, I think I'll be looking into the NKJV, next.

best 3 to me are the Nasb, Esv, and the Nkjv!

 

[JesusFan]

Instead of comparing a 17th century version with a 20th century version it would make better sense to upgrade a bit. How about pairing a 19th century version with a 21st century version?

Much better to stick with more formal and literal translation though!

 

[alexander284]

best 3 to me are the Nasb, Esv, and the Nkjv!

I'm beginning to think your favorite Bible translations will soon be my three favorites, as well.

 

[alexander284]

Much better to stick with more formal and literal translation though!

I definitely agree with you. And I believe we're not alone in our opinion.

 

[Van]

On balance I like the 2020 update. But I agree, adding "and sisters" was a step backwards from excellence. Getting rid of "begotten" really helped. The more I use the 2020, except for the "and sisters" the more I like it.

 

[37818]

. . . adding "and sisters" . . . .

In the NASB20 thoses words are added in italics to show that those added words are not from the Greek text.

 

[alexander284]

On balance I like the 2020 update. But I agree, adding "and sisters" was a step backwards from excellence. Getting rid of "begotten" really helped. The more I use the 2020, except for the "and sisters" the more I like it.

Based on your input, I'll have to give the NASB 2020 a try. Thank you.

 

[alexander284]

In the NASB20 thoses words are added in italics to show that those added words are not from the Greek text.

A very good point. I've been using the ESV a lot lately, and I forgot that the NASB does that.

 

[alexander284]

I imagine I'll need to spend more time comparing the NASB95 to the updated NASB (2020), before coming to a final judgment.

 

[Van]

In the NASB20 those words are added in italics to show that those added words are not from the Greek text.

Yes, but as I have often observed, those added words draw a distinction not found in the verse. We are all siblings of Christ and each other, but there is no distinction, no male and female. The addition, even in italics, does not actually clarify the text.

 

[alexander284]

Yes, but as I have often observed, those added words draw a distinction not found in the verse. We are all siblings of Christ and each other, but there is no distinction, no male and female. The addition, even in italics, does not actually clarify the text.

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, sir.

 

[RipponRedeaux]

I imagine I'll need to spend more time comparing the NASB95 to the updated NASB (2020), before coming to a final judgment.

A novel idea.

 

[alexander284]

A novel idea.

Thank you for sharing, sir.

 

[RipponRedeaux]

I imagine I'll need to spend more time comparing the NASB95 to the updated NASB (2020), before coming to a final judgment.

The Final Judgment.

 

[alexander284]

Of the two, which do you prefer (and why)?

In any case, here is the original post.

 

[alexander284]

The Final Judgment.

You're so clever! Hahahaha

 

[alexander284]

So far, the only real problem I've discovered with the NASB20 is its gender inclusive language. Disappointing, to be sure.

 

[JesusFan]

So far, the only real problem I've discovered with the NASB20 is its gender inclusive language. Disappointing, to be sure.

Try the Lsb edition, as they updated and revised the 1995 Nas

 

[alexander284]

Try the Lsb edition, as they updated and revised the 1995 Nas

I'll definitively have to check that out.

 

[RipponRedeaux]

This thread title looks just like a thread Alex started on Nov. 7, 2021 : NASB95 vs. NASB20.