The Message: the Bible in contemporary language : numbered edition

by Eugene H. Peterson

Hardcover, 2005

Status

Available

Call number

BIBLES 220.5209 MESS 2005

Publication

NavPress (2005), Edition: Numbered, 1728 pages

Description

Religion & Spirituality. Nonfiction. HTML: An audio Bible that penetrates our hearts and minds, transforming us day by day into the person God desires us to be. Written in the same kind of language you use to talk with friends, write letters, and discuss politics, The Message preserves the authentic, earthy flavor and expressive character of the Bible. For more than 6 million readers, Eugene Peterson's unique style has opened up new understanding and insight into God's Word. Written in clear, direct language that brings the Bible to life Covers all 66 books of the Bible Introductions for every book of the Bible A paraphrase from the original Hebrew and Greek languages .

User reviews

LibraryThing member KennethWDavis

The Bible is many-layered, with treasure at each level. I like the freshness of this translation.

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LibraryThing member Rubislaw

The Bible in contemporary language.

LibraryThing member RubislawLibrary

The bible in contemporary language.

LibraryThing member porian

Not really a study Bible, but great for just shucking God's Word down to something one needs to hear so much of the time.

LibraryThing member gmw3550

This is not the Bible. It's one man's attempt to make the Bible more accessible. It can be a useful tool to help understand scripture, and it can also obscure things. One example: The Lord's Prayer states "Give us this day our daily bread" which has come to have a depth of meaning that goes beyond

the simple phrase. Peterson's translation "give us three square meals" sounds far more dated (who refers to square meals any longer) than the earlier translations, and fails to give the depth of those translations as well. If you buy this, make sure it's not the only version you own.

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LibraryThing member tedrick

THIS BOOK IS WRITTEN BY A CHURCH PASTOR IN THE USA AND IS A BEAUTIFUL AND CLEAR RENDITION OF A CLASSIC

LibraryThing member PeaceUMC

The most widely read Bible paraphrase.

LibraryThing member justagirlwithabook

Another version of the bible but in regular, plain language. Peterson did a good job I think. It translates well and makes things an easy read for those who aren't used to other versions or hate the King James.

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