Bible translations, paraphrases, dynamic equivalence and formal equivalence

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My friend Alistair Chalmers has written here both extolling the importance of Christians hearing and reading Scripture and opposing the practice of using paraphrases.  First of all, I want to offer a hearty amen to his concern for Scripture to be heard and read.  One of the strengths of more traditional and liturgical church contexts… Continue reading Bible translations, paraphrases, dynamic equivalence and formal equivalence

How ‘nice’ are the anti-vax conspiracy theorists?

Did you know that amongst other things, the book of Revelation prophesies the advent of big pharma and the plot by these multi-nationals to take over the world in the face of a global pandemic? Here it is in Revelation 18:23 “all nations were deceived by your pharmacy” There you have it.  The big pharmaceutical… Continue reading How ‘nice’ are the anti-vax conspiracy theorists?