Is the NASB Bible a good translation?

The NASB holds the title of Most Accurate Translation due to its strict adherence to Literal (Word-for-Word) translation methods. It was originally published in 1963 and was revised in 1995. There are quite a few people who love reading such an accurate translation, so the NASB has a strong following.

Is there an NASB Study Bible?

Contemporary, comprehensive, easy to use and remarkably practical, the Zondervan NASB Study Bible is a premiere study Bible designed for in-depth study, accuracy, and ease of use.

Is NASB better than NIV?

Seems to me that the NASB is a “word for word” translation and the NIV is a “thought for thought” translation. Actually, I’d recommend the NRSV. It’s readable, and very accurate. It’s a build-on of the ASV, which is the most literal English translation.

Which Bible translation is best?

The New Revised Standard Version is the version most commonly preferred by biblical scholars. In the United States, 55% of survey respondents who read the Bible reported using the King James Version in 2014, followed by 19% for the New International Version, with other versions used by fewer than 10%.

What verses are missing from the NASB?

The sixteen omitted verses

• (1) Matthew 17:21.
• (2) Matthew 18:11.
• (3) Matthew 23:14.
• (4) Mark 7:16.
• (5 & 6) Mark 9:44 & 9:46.
• (7) Mark 11:26.
• (8) Mark 15:28.
• (9) Luke 17:36.

What is the best translation of the Bible?

The New Revised Standard Version
The New Revised Standard Version is the version most commonly preferred by biblical scholars. In the United States, 55% of survey respondents who read the Bible reported using the King James Version in 2014, followed by 19% for the New International Version, with other versions used by fewer than 10%.

What is the best Bible translation?

New Revised Standard Version

Which translation of the Bible is closest to the original text?

The New American Standard Bible
The New American Standard Bible is a literal translation from the original texts, well suited to study because of its accurate rendering of the source texts. It follows the style of the King James Version but uses modern English for words that have fallen out of use or changed their meanings.