New revised standard version catholic edition
The New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (NRSV-CE) is a translation of the Bible that is widely used by Catholics and other Christians. Here are some key features and facts about the NRSV-CE:
Translation: The NRSV-CE is a revision of the Revised Standard Version (RSV) of the Bible, which was published in 1952. The NRSV-CE was published in 1989 and is a joint project of the National Council of Churches and the Society of Biblical Literature.
Catholic Edition: The NRSV-CE is a Catholic edition of the Bible, which means that it includes the Deuterocanonical books (also known as the Apocrypha) that are recognized by the Catholic Church as part of the biblical canon. These books include Tobit, Judith, 1 Maccabees, 2 Maccabees, Wisdom of Solomon, Ecclesiasticus (also known as Sirach), and Baruch, as well as parts of Daniel and Esther.
Translation Philosophy: The NRSV-CE is a formal equivalence translation, which means that it aims to translate the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts of the Bible as literally as possible, while still conveying the intended meaning and style of the original authors.
Features: The NRSV-CE includes several features that make it a useful and accessible Bible for readers:
- Footnotes that provide additional information about the text, such as variant readings, explanations of difficult passages, and references to other biblical passages.
- A concordance that allows readers to look up specific words and phrases throughout the Bible.
- A map section that provides an overview of the geography of the ancient Near East and the Mediterranean world.
- A glossary of biblical terms and concepts that helps readers understand the language and culture of the Bible.
Reception: The NRSV-CE has been widely praised for its accuracy, clarity, and readability. It is widely used in Catholic and Protestant churches, as well as in academic and scholarly settings.
Availability: The NRSV-CE is available in a variety of formats, including print, e-book, and audio formats. It is published by Oxford University Press and is widely available at bookstores and online retailers.