Which version of God’s Word is best for daily study?
The Bible has been translated into many languages today. You can read the bible online in 35 different languages at BibleGateway.com. Choose a Bible translation that you can understand, but be sure it is an accurate translation. The King James Version (KJV) has stood the test of time. It is all the English speaking world had for centuries. Because this is the translation that God allowed to be provided to so many for so long, many people feel that we should not depart from it. Its poetical beauty is unmatched by any other translation. However, because of its archaic language, many people find the KJV difficult to understand in our day. There are several good translations available today. The New King James Version (NKJV) is very similar to the KJV, retaining much of the poetical beauty and original form. But archaic words are updated, making it easier to comprehend. The New International Version (NIV) is a personal favorite of mine. (I use the Large Print Thompson Chain Reference Bible
