Why don all Christian denominations use the same Bible?
The Christian denominations do all use the same Bible. It’s the INDIVIDUAL Believer’s choice of which VERSION to use. For example, I’ve used the King James (1611) version for the last 20 years. Out of all the versions, it is still the most accurate translation available. I read it as easily as most people read the newer translations. The JW’s USED to use it, but could not line up their teachings with it, so they wrote their own (i.e. edited) version The biggest turn-off that most people find is that it is not readily readable because of the “thee”s and “thou”s of the old english, and a lot of people just can’t get the gist of it. The newer versions are an easier read, and are more popular due to that fact. For a cross-reference, I’ll use a Scofield NIV (New International Version). So basically, there is only ONE Bible, just in enhanced, easier to read modern english versions. How the different doctrines are interpreted, is another matter completely. But ALL TRUE CHRISTIANS believe thes
I’ll address translations instead of whether or not to include the Apocrypha. As a polyglot, I can tell you there are multiple ways to translate the same word or phrase, all of which are correct, but may alter the meaning. Each translator of the Bible has chosen words which match their own religious views, while still compliant with their source texts. As an example, some translators use “love” where others insert “charity”. The meaning should be clear despite which translation you choose, but you can glean insights by comparing multiple translations. As an example, I use the King James Version and the Joao Ferreira de Almeida translations and reference Joseph Smith’s Inspired Version. If I’m still unsure about a certain passage, I can look it up online and check other translations in other languages. Denominations either choose the translation which most closely reflects their understanding, or they make their own translation.
