Gender in Bible Translation: A Crucial Issue Still Mired in Misunderstanding
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“This article argues that much of the controversy surrounding gender in Bible translation is unnecessary.
Review: The Inclusive Language Debate by D.A. Carson
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“Carson is so evenhanded. He is a complementarian who nonetheless takes an unpopular position among his fellow conservatives. He critiques the work of friends and former students graciously but clearly. He also is willing to side with the critics on individual rendering choices in specific passages.” - Mark Ward
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Southern Baptists Update Bible's Language On Gender
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“Faced with declining membership among millennials, the Southern Baptists are seeking to modernize their language. The denomination has adopted a new Bible with more gender-neutral terms.” NPR
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Why the NIV 2011?
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An excellent, even-handed video sermon advocating a gender-neutral translation - like the NIV 2011. Some good, practical insight on translation philosophies - even if you disagree. The Pastor explains why they chose NIV 2011 over the ESV.
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"So was Pastor MacArthur himself in favor of an NIV version of the [MacArthur Study Bible]?"
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Phil Johnson on The MacArthur Study Bible (NIV) MacArthur: “Those who are using the most inadequate translations obviously need the most help to understand the Scriptures properly. Personally, I would be delighted to see the MSB notes in every commonly-used translation—and in as many languages as possible.”
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Is NIV 2011 selectively gender-inclusive?
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“…the generic he/him/his is fine when we’re referencing the bad guys, but when it’s the good guys, we need to make sure it’s the good guys and gals.” The Inconsistency of Gender-Inclusiveness
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