He who chastises the nations, shall not he rebuke? He who teaches man knowledge, shall he not know?Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedHe who chastises the nations, does he not rebuke, who teaches a son of man knowledge? OT TranslationsJPS Tanakh 1917He that instructeth nations, shall not He ...
tc The MT has “seeks [his own] desire[s].” The translation in the LXX represents a Hebrew Vorlage of לְתֹאֲנָה (letoʾanah) instead of לְתַאֲוָה (letaʾavah); this could be translated “seeks his own occasion,” that is, “his...
Eventually, the word came to be used for anyone who had supernatural knowledge or ability, or a magician. The same word is used inActs 13:6to describe the false prophet Bar-Jesus. It could even mean a deceptive person; the NIV translates the word to “sorcerer” in describing Bar...
Job 5:16 tn Other translations render this “injustice” (NIV, NRSV, CEV) or “unrighteousness” (NASB). Job 5:16 tn The verse summarizes the result of God’s intervention in human affairs, according to Eliphaz’ idea that even-handed justice prevails. Ps 107:42 parallels v. 16b. Job ...
One who winks the eyes plans perverse things; one who compresses the lips brings evil to pass. Translations from AramaicLamsa BibleHe winks his eyes and devises corrupt things; he purposes with his lips and accomplishes mischief.Peshitta Holy Bible TranslatedHe winks with his eyes and devises ...
The context of Romans 1:28 refers to homosexuality, showinghomosexualshave a “reprobate mind” (KJV). The NIV says a “depraved mind”.So, can homosexuals get saved?The answer is a definite, unequivocal and absoluteYES! Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom...
On this second Sunday of Advent, we are reflecting on the prophesied Messiah as the “mighty” God from Isaiah 9:6. This adjective in Hebrew (gibor) is commonly translated mighty, but strong is an equally fine translation. Might often refers to strength, power, and the ability to make im...
The Greek word “Parakletos” in this passage is translated as “Helper” in the ESV, “Advocate” in the NIV, and “Counselor” in the KJV. The meaning of this word relates to “legal counsel.” The Holy Spirit provides wise counsel to Christ’s followers. Jesus knew he would be goin...
one about whom it is written: "I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way before you."28I tell you, among those born of women there is no one greater than John; yet the one who is least in the kingdom of God is greater than he.'" (Luke 7:18-28, NIV...
The debate then shifted as to whether Junia was an apostle or not. The word “apostle” is translated from the Greek wordapostolosand refers to a person sent on a mission.[1]In the first century of the Christian movement, and in more recent centuries, women have served as missionaries wi...