The Politics of the Revised Version
A Tale of Two New Testament Revision Companies
- 258pages
- 10 heures de lecture
The book delves into the complex tensions surrounding the revision of the Authorised Version of the Bible from 1870 to 1885, highlighting the political maneuvering that marred the process. Cadwallader uncovers the disparity between the proclaimed unity and harmony during the public release of the New Testament in 1881 and the Old Testament in 1885, and the underlying conflicts that jeopardized the project's success. This exploration reveals the challenges faced by those involved in translating a sacred text amidst competing interests and aspirations.
