The king james bible removed verses october 21, 2017 matthew j. Niv bible is missing 64,000 words, or 45 versestruth. Omissions and contradictions in bible translations courtesy kjbp this table compares various verses in the kjv, niv new international version, nasb, and nwt. Based on those master texts, it is evident that some verses of the ch. Quick comparison of bible versions it is often said that all bible versions are basically the same, that their differences are just minor wording changes.
This is a scripture comparison of nasb and kjv bible passages, showing that. Whole bible verses deleted in the niv the following whole verses have been removed in the nivwhether in the text or footnotes. I have included here a list of some of the missing verses from the niv with a corresponding verse from the king james version kjv. American versions of the kjv are different, and not authorized to be read in the cofe. Comparison of the kjv and niv translations of the bible. As mentioned earlier, the nlt perverts this verse by removing the word begotten, thus saying that god only has one son. When it comes to debating the difference between the kjv and nkjv, even friendly conversations can become heated. The king james translators over 400 years ago were no different than those of our modern times. One of the most important verses in the bible is john 3. Errors in the new king james version of the bible nkjv. The argument is borne out of the insistence of christian conservatives that the kjv is the only english bible to be trusted. The missing verses provides evidence more than 30 verses are missing from the new world translation of the holy scriptures, the jehovahs witnesses bible.
The modern translation nkjv capitalizes the his in the passage, emphasizing the deity of christ, whereas the kjv does not. King james version kjv compared to new american standard. We also have available volunteer activities for those interested in joining the team and supporting this. New king james version comparison chart new king james. Its true that there are differences between the king james bible and the niv new international version bible, but parts of this rumor are misleading or disputed. Examples of missing verses and passages are john 5. The niv has 16 missing verses, all in the new testament.
King james versus new international version kjv vs niv. When comparing the niv with the king james version kjv, it would seem that there are some verses missing in the niv and other trusted translations such as the cev, csb, esv, gnb, hcsb, net, nlt, etc. Serious omissions in the niv bible by keith piper a study of the omissions, changes and causes of corruption in modern bible versions and evidence for the king james version representing the preserved. Christian ministers of the baptist church expose the deliberate manipulations done in the bible while millions of faithful christians hold dear to. This is why i love the old king james bible, it proudly proclaims the godhead and the deity of our precious lord jesus christ. Like the niv, nasv, rsv and asv, the second coming is wholly omitted. The new international version niv and the king james version kjv are the two most popular versions of the bible among conservative christian pastors. New king james version comparison chart showing how the nkjvs text deviates from the kjvs preserved text.
The king james version or the new king james version. Tyndale used several sources in his translation of the old and new testaments. However, the verse does appear in the new american standard version, the new king james version, and the king james version, for example. The king james conformable to the edition of 1611not the new king james or the kj21, etc. But the kjv is not the only translation that includes all of these verses. New king james version nkjv download the free bible. Are there any verses missing from the nkjv that are in the. I know they are mainly the same, but a friend of mine and i are trying to convince each other that the other is better. Current translations like the new king james version nkjv and the. There is an ongoing debate over which version of the bible king james kjv or new international niv better interprets the word of god. The new king james version is a conservative revision of the king james version that does not make any alterations on the basis of a revised greek or hebrew text, but adheres to the readings presumed to underlie the king james version. While its true that the arrangement and translation of some verses presented in the niv bible differ from those found in the king james bible or other versions of. Read the following comparison between the king james version and the bestselling modern bible translation, the new international version, and then decide for yourself whether or not this is true.
This verse was omitted from the revised version and most modern versions, but many versions include it in a footnote. The verse is missing from some of the bibles because the passage does not actually appear in the best early greek manuscripts which contain matthew. Difference between the kjv and the nkjv difference between. In fact, the first english bible to be printed with both chapter and verse numbers was the geneva bible in 1560. The bible was not written with chapter and verse numbers. Whats missing from codex sinaiticus, the oldest new testament. I put missing in parenthesis because many scholars would say that they arent missing at all, but rather, the bibles that have them like the kjv added them when they never should have been included in the bible in the first place. List of new testament verses not included in modern. If you compare the king james and new king james versions with the newer translations e.
List of new testament verses not included in modern english. There are thousands of changes in all of the different translations and versions. Various contradictions and omissions in bible translations. The nkjv was commissioned in 1975 by thomas nelson publishers. Whats missing from codex sinaiticus, the oldest new. Biblical archaeology society staff june 19, 2019 100 comments 27385 views.
It changed thousands of words, ruined valuable verses, and when not agreeing with the king james bible. Authorized king james version kjv of the bible the preserved and living word of god. Is the new world translation of the bible missing some verses. Review the new king james version bible nkjv duration. Onehundredandthirty respected bible scholars, church leaders, and lay christians worked for seven years with the goal of updating the vocabulary and grammar of the king james version, while preserving the classic style of the of the 1611 version. Your suggestions for further improvement are warmly welcomed and may be shared here. Current translations like the new king james version nkjv and the modern english version mev are based on the same greek and hebrew texts as the kjv and include all the same verses. The purpose of the new king james version is to preserve the authority and accuracy, as well as the rhythm and beauty, of the original king james version while making it understandable to current readers. For the son of man is come to save that which was lost. The word thought, which occurs later in the verse, matches imaginations, not. We will now give some special attention to one of the deadliest translations on the marketthe new king james version, first published in 1979.
Why are the newer translations of the bible missing verses. Our goal is for the king james bible to be available and convenient for anyone in the world to read, share, and discuss online. Highlight or bookmark your favorite verses, make verse images that you can share, and attach public or private notes to bible passages. Why are verses missing in some of the newer translations of the bible. The major difference between the kjv and the nkjv, is that the king james version 16111769 the authorized version, so called was written by the bishops of the church of england specifically to support the ecclesiology and doctrine of that church. The term omitted is used when either the phrase or the verse in question is omitted. Is the king james version of the bible the most accurate translation. Are there any verses missing from the nkjv that are in the kjv. The short answer is no and and why or what does it matter.
Nelson initiates the creation of a new bible translationthe new king james version. The modern translation known as the new king james version also includes. When comparing the niv with the king james version kjv, it would seem that there are some verses missing in the niv and other trusted translations such. This is a christian ministry dedicated to exposing the spiritual deception of the new age movement within the church. The nwt does leave out a number of spurious counterfeit verses as do other newer translations.
The result is a bible translation, scrupulously faithful to the original, yet truly updated to enhance its clarity and readability. Why does the niv bible omit or have missing verses. I recently came across a video that highlighted the fact that new bible versions were omitting certain verses visible in the king james version kjv. This is a modern translation that still includes through his blood in this particular verse, colossians 1. They could also rely on translations made before the kjv, like the geneva bible, the bishops bible, or the. The differences between the nkjv and kjv bible translations. Those who follow the king james version or the new king james. The new king james bible was first published in 1979. In comparison with the king james version and new king james version of the bible, most modern translations omit several verses. In 1611, the translators of the kjv used the best resources available to them at that time. Those who follow the king james version or the new king james version do so with great vigor and dedication.
It changed thousands of words, ruined valuable verses, and when not agreeing with the king james bible, it has instead copied the perverted niv, nasv or rsv. Understandably, they want to know why the nivs regular text doesnt include this verse. Why are verses missing in some of the newer translations. This table is a very small sampling of contradictory verses, not an exhaustive one. Audiobible nkjv 01 genesis dramatized new king james version. I was wondering which translation you think is better. It is a deadly version because its editors have succeeded in deceiving the body of christ on two main points. This table compares various verses in the kjv, niv, nasb, and nwt. Did harpercollins remove 45 complete verses from the niv.