Why I Chose The ESV over the NASB

[@TearUpYourBible]

This video gets lots of interaction, and I'm so grateful for that. Thank you for participating in the community! That being said... let me make a suggestion to all my theological bible loving brothers and sisters in Christ. Work on your NUANCE. The video was called “Why I Chose the ESV over the NASB” it was not called “Why the ESV is the best thing ever and the NASB is a flaming bag of dog poop.” Obviously, I give a lot of positives up front because I love the NASB, both academically and sentimentally. But ultimately form, quality and ACCESSIBILITY are why I chose the translation. I try to think as a pastor (because it’s my default thought process) and if I was transitioning a church to one translation (which I would) I could not chose the NASB with a clear conscience. I don’t collect Bibles, so I don’t know all the ins and outs about how they’re made or who makes themselves. (Printers not the publishers) I’m simply on a journey to find my prefect “forever” bible. I only like premium bibles because I interact with them for 2+ hours every day. The page has to look good enough to read that long and the Bible needs to feel good enough to hold that long. Re the soon coming NASB update: The NASB will not update the way the ESV updates. Everyone the ESV updates, we get no indication. There is no “ESV11” - the way the NASB has and will update will be more like a “new version” than an update. We will ALWAYS have the NASB95... so I, still stand by that statement. They do leave the text alone, and when they update. Plus, updating every 20-25 years vs every 4-6 years, aren’t really apples to apples. I hope this helps anyone who was overly concerned about what the guy on youtube was saying what he was saying. I’ll be starting a series in late fall to help you fine ministers start your own channels and produce quality videos to reach the internet with the gospel and/or your personal opinions about stuff! 😁

[@eddiejeffries]

Nuh huuuuuuuuuh!!! If your thought process ain't mine to a 't,' you wrong son!! ;)

[@TearUpYourBible]

hahahahaha

[@carolinefiller4898]

I hear you brother, personally I love the bible, NKJV, NASB, CSB, NEB, NLT, they all have their pluses, love God, read his word. Thank you for your enthusiasm and your love of the Word

[@crossbreaker6718]

There is no accurate Version or any so called accurate translation , entire bible is Corrupt so its all translations are also Corrupt

[@BibleLovingLutheran]

Jason Mayfield they’re doing the gender neutral thing in upcoming NASB

[@israelcowl6764]

I appreciate the review, but I feel as though the NASB points were stronger for me anyway.

[@mosesramirez6330]

Same! Typeface and physical quality? Really? The standardization thing was going to be a valid point to me until he went back to the quality thing. I have study groups when everyone uses their own version, and it actually prompts good discussion.

[@Johnny_3_Putt]

This guy is ridiculously likable.

[@TearUpYourBible]

hahahah THANKS!!!!!!

[@Johnny_3_Putt]

Grace For Life with Jason Mayfield I'm a bit of a Bible hoarder. The ESV and NASB are my favorite as well. I enjoy the Complete Jewish Bible and NIV as well but I treat them both more or less like commentary. I actually use a sacred name version of the ASV for the most part. (I'm not a "sacred namer"). This Bible is actually hard bound with real paper that I can make notes with gel pens and can highlight with regular highlighters without it bleeding through. Like you, I prefer prefer hard copy rather than using an iPad or phone. However, I love biblehub when it comes to comparing translations quickly or when I need a lexicon. Also, I love that you talk context! I wish more people would. My daughter is transferring to a really good Baptist College for Biblical Studies in the fall and I'm scared to death that she'll be fed doctrine over context. Hopefully I've taught her to test the scriptures (especially Paul lol).

[@molliebrown6949]

Agreed! 😊

[@rhondahodges5821]

LOL. I know, right?

[@bkr_418]

Fifty Fifty agreed

[@shawnglass108]

I like how the NASB uses small caps for Old Testament quotes. That’s very important and makes sure you don’t miss the quotes. I truly wish the ESV did this. It would be really close to perfect if it did. I really like how the ESV translators made the wise decision to side with the Dead Sea Scrolls and Septuagint when they both agree over the Masoretic text.

[@williamsizemore5313]

Thanks for the help!!! NASB is now my choice.

[@yahusrevus]

As someone who struggles to choose between these two translations myself (and often ends up looking to buy both each time rather than just make a decision!!)... What a blessing of a video. Thanks!

[@pilgrimslightorg]

You are making a great case for the NASB. I think your struggle comes from personal study vs. congregational use. Your reasons for choosing the ESV seem to revolve around style over substance.

[@barrettmartin1941]

Really appreciate your channel. Thanks for your honesty and vulnerability. I’m a Bible nerd as well. This video is the reason ESV is my main Bible now.

[@Thecaptain1898]

I'm being so drawn to the nasb. I have been reading the kjv my entire life. I was stuck in the kjv inly midnset for WAY to long. My ignorance and legalism was astronomical! Thank God we are not saved by our works!! Im really really drawn to the cambridge clarion nasb. It looks so cool. The format draws me. The single column looks more like a diary then a "bible." As if God took the time to write out sn entire book and im reading His perosnal diary. So i think im going to make the move on an NASB Clarion Bible. Thank you for this video!! To me, the nasb sounds the most clear to me. I really like it. Thanks!!❤

[@TearUpYourBible]

Go for it, Luke!!! I think you’ll like it!

[@PracticalBibleStudies]

I like MEV for Textus Receptus and ESV for Critical, but with Logos, Accordance, and YouVersion, it’s great to have multiple readings in English.

[@rogercoleman8515]

I'm from. TEXAS so I like the Texted receptus the best..lol

[@rogercoleman8515]

Ok seriously..I've been using the NASB for years. I look through different ones from time to time, but the NASB greek and hebrew word study bible is the one for me.

[@ZWortek]

I'm just getting into reading bibles and you drew me in right at the beginning of this video. I scroll down and someone mentions that you're like-able and now I can't stop analyzing you, but I have to agree there is something about you that is extremely like-able. Anyway thank you for making this video.

[@TearUpYourBible]

hahahah thanks! I don't "put it on" at all, so you pretty much just get me in the videos. lol

[@millerfam128]

You sold me on the NASB in the first half of this video. You sold me on ESV in the second half of this video. I have both, I use both. I use ESV more. I'm still torn.

[@cfrost87]

Nothing wrong with using both. It's good to use multiple translations.

[@millerfam128]

I agree and do.

[@poweronplants]

Thanks for this FANTASTIC video review! 🙌🏼

[@Agentdonnielucas]

Just bought my first ESV study bible today!

[@TearUpYourBible]

Awesome!

[@tommyboyindy1157]

Best study Bible out there.

[@rdd7919]

You have such an awesome personality Jason. So glad to meet you. I never have read the ESV. Just the NASB and didn’t know about a 65 and 95 or something like that version until I read some of the comments lol

[@cameronfraser8854]

Wow 50 lbs in 4 months That’s impressive

[@guidedbyfaith7355]

So far you have convinced me nasb over esv.. then again I came in as a nasb only lol

[@jerem0621]

NASB 77 only or NASB 95 only. Ha ha ha!!

[@nojustno1216]

Here.....in this posting..... the seed of NASB-onlyism (sorry KJV-onlyists) was planted. 😂

[@DannyTillotson]

Thank you. I just bought my ESV readers Bible. Love the Bible looking like a novel. Was going to buy the NASB but wanted to break away from the tradition 2 column reference Bibles and I'm loving this. Wouldn't have gone with ESV if it wasn't for your video so many thanks again.

[@bhsher]

Great review. I feel the same as you. I'm always torn about translation choices. Of course, part of that is because so many great options are available. (We are blessed!). I grew up with the NASB so it will always hold a special place in my heart. And I can't wait to see the NASB19!

[@TearUpYourBible]

Bryan Sherwood or NASB20 or NASB21... ya know... we’ll see when it shows up 😂😂😂 Thanks for watching and the compliment! I appreciate it and it encouraged me!

[@mikerichards1498]

One of the reasons the ESV is so frequently updated is because some critical things were overlooked during the first revision, and even the second edition has rough spots that are not grammatically or exegetically correct.

[@that1kidudidntmeet11]

This video is “really super great” 👍. I have been getting into theology the past several months. I currently have an ESV student study and have just ordered an NASB keyword Bible

[@TearUpYourBible]

Awesome Landon!!!!

[@sillypenquin9189]

How can you lost 50 lbs in 4 months?

[@TearUpYourBible]

How I Lost 55 Pounds In 4 Months: goo.gl/wkqF8x

[@davobluesky]

It’s funny how China persecutes people for having bibles or preaching Jesus, but they sure do love to sell us bibles. I have a few China made bibles.

[@TearUpYourBible]

David never know... Bible printing could be the most powerful infiltration of the gospel! 🤓

[@raysonraypay5885]

Cuz Mao was an atheist and afraid of organized religion. Just goes to show the sheer ignorance of some peeps sadly =(. Then again i guess he didn’t want to deal with people killing in the name of God out of passion for their King Jesus =D

[@jerrytom8835]

Now we got the internet, thank God!

[@theghastlygamer5326]

@@raysonraypay5885 the communist manifesto says to stamp out organized religion because they want you worshipping the state

[@Me2Lancer]

Thanks for your comparison between the NASB and ESV. I read both of these translations daily. For casual reading, I prefer the ESV.

[@stephengilbreath840]

I purchased a top grain leather thinline ESV from Truth for Life (Alistair Begg) for $35 and it's one of the best Bibles I've ever bought

[@jasonmullins6638]

Same!😅

[@jamesbarksdale978]

ESV is a better overall Bible. Glad you chose MY version! 😁👍

[@JeffreyDavisChristianAuthor]

I choose translations in which Genesis 12:7 does not contradict Galatians 3:16. The NASB has the contradiction.

[@AFrischPerspective]

I love Schlitterbon Bibles! lol (I think he may have meant Schyler, and I do actually like those.) Thanks for your videos, Jason!

[@igepofficialchannel9202]

I personally using KJV and NASB and I love it. the best versions

[@christianhawk592]

Ngwajoyeh lisu KJV NKJV NIV ESV I’ve thought about getting a NASB tho

[@regeniapaige9997]

I was raised KJV only. In my 20s and 30s, I used the NKJV. Then, as I aged, I went back to the KJV with the Strong's concordance. I love to study the Word. Looking at the meaning behind words gets me on fire... that's my passion right there. Recently, I heard about the ESV and the NASB. I bought the NASB because it was the most literal of the two versions. I returned the NASB because it's not what I wanted. I wanted a version that I could just sit, read, and enjoy the Word without trying to go into study mode all the time. Sometimes, I just want to read and not focus on trying to decipher each scripture. Just enjoy the Word He gave us and let Him just fill my soul and spirit. I will use the KJV to do my intense studies and the ESV as a way to help me understand a scripture better or just to curl up with His good book and enjoy. Thank you for a great video!

[@HisLostSheep]

I agree with you. I just got the NASB77 and it reads better than the ESV imo. It's easier to read than the NKJV! That's my Bible, because the product line for 1977 NASB is limited.

[@susyhebner2543]

Same here! ESV supposedly are originally from revised standard version. Just discovered that in my ESV Bible intro today. Agree, love the italics!

[@marybelle3516]

At least they admit it, I’m an NASB user myself. I’ve heard people call it “clunky” and all types of stuff (while admitting there is nothing wrong with the actual translation). I don’t feel that way at all. I love it.

[@MinorSwing-qu3ku]

You just became my favorite channel~ thx for your videos buddy

[@elroyswarts513]

As someone who is one of the biggest supporters of the great ESV Bible, I would like to agree that it is one of the best Bibles of our time.I use it as my primary Bible, but also use the NKJV at times to draw comparison.I bought my first ESV before it became as popular as it currently is, and I think that it is a gift from God to the modern day Church.The ESV is a relatively new Bible version, but I believe that it will eventually surpass the NIV, and ultimately the much respected KJV, both in popularity, and in sales.I use my ESV for my personal devotions, for study, for memorising, for sharing selected portions with others, and as an Evangelist, I use it for ministry.

[@jeremybravo8486]

I hope you are using the pre 2016 print of the ESV. The 2016 has terrible revisions in it that don't reflect what is actually in the original language.

[@elroyswarts513]

Raven El Gitano Yes, I do use the first version that came out.That's pre 2016.

[@jeremybravo8486]

Elroy Swarts oh thank goodness. I switched to the NASB because I am a man of ethics and Crossway pulled a snake in the grass move with the 2016 edition. They may change some of their interpolations back but I doubt it. It sucks though because I loved the 2011 edition. Just based on principle alone I won't go back back to it until they fix what they changed in a later edition. Do you know what changes I am talking about?

[@elroyswarts513]

Raven El Gitano Yes, I saw the changes they made, and I agree that they were not supposed to make them because it is not good to have a Bible and be excited about it, only to find out that it is outdated because of an update.It is horrible and shameful that Holy Scripture has to be treated as though it is software programs or cellphones.

[@jeremybravo8486]

Elroy Swarts see thats how I felt. I fell in love with the 2011 edition and the 2016 edition was such a let down. I felt betrayed. You know what I mean?

[@greganderson1445]

Love the video. The NASB now has an update. No translation is safe from the updates which is why some just read the kjv. The language is archaic but it won't be updated any more as far as I know. I go back and forth myself with these translations. I don't know.

[@TearUpYourBible]

No... the NASB has a new version. You will still be able to get the old version. The ESV actually updates every few years without any significant differentiation between updates other than the copyright page.

[@theburlyburrito]

“They don’t update it (NASB) anymore.” *NASB 2020 and LSB intensify* (I know it’s been 2 years lol)

[@LimpingforJesus]

I struggle with this to bro. My struggle is with NIV or ESV. I grew up on the NIV but I have preached from the ESV since 2010. I love a literal translation. My wife knows your wife’s pain...lol. I’m glad I’m not alone in my translation mania.

[@davidcreekpodcast]

Thank you for taking the time to put this together.

[@MrMann-gt1eh]

Thank you for sharing your input!

[@jazzmonk5670]

As a NASB fanboy, the ESV does read better (smoother) than the NASB.

[@JonathanGrandt]

JazzMonk except for where Calvinism is forced.

[@paul8914]

You convinced me to stick with NASB haha. Very insightful info. NASB for me. Thanks!

[@matthaeus-apx6009]

Thank you, that was actually quite helpful. Fun to watch too.

[@TearUpYourBible]

Matthew Livall thanks!!!!!

[@skirtonbear1]

I use all, but the ESV is my base. Living in the Capitol of California, people in a small church literally from all over the world; senior pastor felt required to teach from the NIV for such a diverse group, but our retired pastor teaching the kids used the KJV and I taught the youth/adults using the ESV. We kept it that way because the world uses multiple versions and we wanted our congregants to grow and mature, and when talking to friends who only used a specific version they would be effective regardless of which translation used. A congregation should have no need to use a single version to be “on the same page,” but capable of working and studying from a variety to be effective in the real world. Loved this presentation.

[@peggynewbold5828]

I agree with you about all of it. How lovely is that? Also my two favorite Bibles. Just got a really nice ESV called The Illuminated Art Journaling Bible. Beautiful artwork all in gold. Love it.

[@riannar4394]

I got that one too. It's beautiful to look at and read ! 😀

[@HumblyServingGod]

I love the NASB95. The Word is what’s important, with all glory to God.

[@Nebiros21]

I have an NRSV Bible because it includes the Apocrypha. Few Bibles do that. The NRSV along with the new CSB are in the middle between word for word and thought for thought. With your preference of word for word, I'd say yes, go with the ESV as they have come out with an edition that includes the Apocrypha.

[@denleemel]

Nebiros21 The Apocrypha is not Scripture and contains many theological and historical inaccuracies.

[@maryah8642]

denleemel That's your opinion.

[@amotionhighlights8771]

ESV has a new line of individual books of the Bible that came out in 2019. For example: You can buy just the Book of Isaiah. As far as I know ESV is the only translation that has that.

[@TearUpYourBible]

I've done 3-4 reviews of those. :-)

[@CaseyFleetMedia]

This is a great video... But can I ask you... Why not choose NKJV?

[@TearUpYourBible]

Casey Fleet because it uses the Textus Receptus, and in my opinion isn’t AS good. I don’t hate the NKJV, but it’s never even been on the table for me.

[@TearUpYourBible]

I’ve always loved the NASB, so the ESV was never really an “ESV vs every other bible” for me, it has always been about whether or not I could move away from the NASB... which I haven’t, I just have both operating in my world... but wholeistically (read, preach, recommend,product line) i think the ESV wins.

[@CaseyFleetMedia]

Grace For Life TV I can understand that... I use NKJV for that very reason. Plus I am Pentecostal and there are still mamy that love kjv... Therefore I can use the NKJV and not worry. I want to challenge you to do something though. Get out your physical nasb Bible and everywhere in the footnotes where it has a literal rendering I want you to compare it to the new King James. Most of the time the literal rendering in the footnote matches what is in the text of the new King James. Imagine That! Also it sounds to me like in this video you like NASB better but you are choosing ESV simply because of cosmetic issues.

[@TearUpYourBible]

Casey Fleet it’s not so much cosmetic (I mean, I have a Cambridge NASB), but it IS the product line. I’m a word preacher, and because I spend so much time digging in the text when I preach, I would ideally want my entire church on one version. Crossway was created a product line that really makes that feasible... they have so many nice Bibles, with so many options at so many price ranges. So, yes, the quality and variety of the ESV does play in. BUT, I also think in a NIV, NLT, MESSAGE world, the NASB is a big ask for the average daily Bible reader... where the ESV maintains the literal translation, it does bring some ease to the natural English reading that the NASB doesn’t. I feel you, I’m Pentecostal in theology and practice (Assemblies of God) and we see see lots of that as well with the KJV. And yes, NKJV is great, and between any translation on the literal side you will notice major similarities, it’s always going to be ever so slight differences.

[@CaseyFleetMedia]

Grace For Life TV we have much in common... I am IPHC... :)

[@JabraGhneim]

Thanks for this video. I’m a translator of religious literature and I am always interested in reader comments on translations, especially the Bible. Let me offer the idea that the question of what Bible is best is not a profitable one to ask or answer without taking the intended audience in mind, especially the education of that audience. Bottom line for me personally is making sure that the readers understand the message of salvation and Heavenly Father’s dealings with his saints and daughters. The translation which achieves that is the “good” translation. If ESV does that for you great. If the Amplified or the Message does that then great. Pastors should take that into consideration and not push for a specific Bible.

[@ela1984maa2]

Thanks for the this great podcast! Very helpful in understanding NASB. I have a lot of ESV Bibles and a few others.

[@marthavalentine7569]

You are not alone in loving Nasv wording - love it’s more literal, word for word, love it is not going to be changing.

[@nkosibaptiste6489]

Enjoye this video Jason. Keep em coming.

[@monicawilson896]

Thank you. This was very helpful to me. I read the OLDER version of NIV and am going to be reading NASB also.

[@jerem0621]

I like both, by my EDC is the ESV. I didn’t realize how engrained in my mind the ESV has become until I tried to use the version my pastor uses, which is the CSB. There is a majesty to the ESV and the NASB that many other versions lack. I think this comes with Being a literal version and reflecting some of how the original authors wrote. The ESV is fantastic. I do wish they would slow down the revisions a bit, I have three ESV’s, one 2007 MacArthur ESV, a 2011 ESV Study Bible, and a 2011 Single Column, verse by verse, reference bible. All are fantastic! I hope to use the Verse By Verse single column for preaching. My son just gave that one to me.

[@seanchaney3086]

The NASB retains verses which the ESV takes out. (placed in footnotes) They are placed in brackets. The Gideons ESV is a nice Bible to consider. The NASB is having a major update according to the NA28 and OT texts.

[@TearUpYourBible]

Sean Chaney well, they don’t take them out, they put them in the footnotes.

[@seanchaney3086]

Which is like saying, "they don't really belong there." The NASB acknowledges the Ecclesiastical tradition, and historic support.

[@davidtatham8436]

I love watching this guy !

[@Romans--pe4yh]

I totally agree with you on zondervan making cheap feeling stuff. I bought a gorgeous looking ESV bible the other day as my daily driver and wanted a good looking NASB to go along with it but couldn't find anything remotely as gorgeous without spending about 3x as much.

[@Qwasbornagain2023]

Gotta get the NASB Premier Preachers Bible it’s top tier 🙏🏿 mine just arrived today

[@BiblicalStudiesandReviews]

I’ve started reading the New Testament in Greek, but I haven’t lost my love for the KJV.

[@BiblicalStudiesandReviews]

@@christopherbrewer4421 that’s awesome!

[@juliafalling4069]

Why I have rejected the ESV in favor of the NASB (update coming out next year). First, and most importantly, a search for the Hebrew noun, mishpat = (justice, judgment, statute, ordinance) in the plural yields 125 hits. In the NAS95, it is translated ordinances (75x), judgments (40x), + a few other English words. In the ESV, mishpat (pl) is most often translated rules (92x/125x)! For example, see Ex 21:1. Weak! Even when discussion civil government, statute and ordinance are stronger words than rule. Additionally, the ESV, like the RSV (and NRSV), rarely translates the imperfect tense accurately. Read Acts 18:1-6 and compare the ESV, NASB, and the KJV/NKJV. Then focus on vv. 4-5. The NAS95 does a beautiful job, getting exactly the right use of the imperfect. The ESV is mediocre at best. The KJV/NKJV ignore the imperfect altogether (creating a contradiction between vv. 4 & 6), AND have a poorly supported textual variant in v. 5. So I'm sticking with the NAS95. If the NAS18 is as good as I hope it will be, I'll be switching to it. The ESV is out of the running. While the NASB is often accused of being "wooden," we have not found that to be so. We've found more "clunky" verses in the ESV than in the NAS95 as we've gone through Mark, Jude, and now, James, verse by verse with Dr. Plummer (Daily Dose of Greek). And even if it were clunky, I'd stick with it for accuracy.

[@klrdvanlal53]

Brother I'm from India, so I'm using NKJV, NIV, but NIV is incomplete and not good enough, so among this NASB and ESV, which one I have to buy, please suggest me

[@ezassegai4793]

@@klrdvanlal53 NASB is 100% the most accurate. It does not force trinitarianism which is a proof that its literal. Even as a non-native english speaker I check the NASB every single time I am really questioning something.

[@klrdvanlal53]

@@ezassegai4793 brother thank you so much for your suggestion and by the grace of God I will definitely buy NASB

[@hectordanielsanchezcobo1773]

@@klrdvanlal53 the NIV is a good translation for beginning, or for people who prefer an easy-to-read translation, and it's not incomplete

[@klrdvanlal53]

@@ezassegai4793 I love nasb

[@denleemel]

"Literal" is often not only impossible, but not preferred. Anyone who understands translating anything from one language to another understands why that is so.

[@shaddjimenez4524]

When I read the NASB it cuts into my heart more than any other translation

[@computerkid1416]

I prefer the NASB as well, but I definitely see the readibility argument with the ESV, especially having grown up in a Church that used the NIV.

[@kenhill4080]

Great video, as per usual. I'm going to give the single column wide margin ESV a try. One potential advantage of the ESV is that it comes free with freebie theWord Bible study software, which can complement hardcopy ESV reading and study. A congregation adopting ESV could be pointed to theWord as an additional resource. NASB 77 is $12 and a NASB 95 bundle is $30. In theWord, only KJV and NASB are keyed to Strong's numbers. (I have Logos 8 but I spend about equal time in theWord. Maybe now that Logos speed has improved that may change. But theWord is a great option for anyone interested in a powerful, flexible, intuitive free computer Bible study program.)

[@jotiqueharlee194]

It is a struggle for me to choose also. But my favorites are Esv, Csb, Nasb and Mev...

[@MelodyM-blue]

I have a Lockman Foundation NASB and it's every bit as good as the expensive Bibles. Quality paper, beautiful type, genuine leather, lays flat, no shadowing effect, large margins, etc. Even though I agree with you in this video, except for that, you did well explaining the differences.

[@TearUpYourBible]

What’s funny about that though… those lockman bibles are really unpredictable in quality. You can buy two of the same bibles and it will be like they’re made from difference materials.

[@MelodyM-blue]

@@TearUpYourBible Lockman is no longer in business, last I heard. I bought mine just as they had another company take over the NASB. So I am not sure about quality of the new ones.

[@joesteele3159]

I feel like you advertised better for the NASB than the ESV. I'm an NASB guy myself. But I like using several translations in conjunction with each other.

[@michaelrobinson5616]

The ESV has been my primary translation for a while but now I'm beginning to use a mixture of both. The literal Word app got me into the NASB. I highly suggest the app if you haven't checked it out. I agree with the ESV product line being better but I think that might change when the 2020 NASB update comes out.

[@HJKelley47]

Your struggle is also mine. The NASU/NASB is my absolute preference for study/teaching, however, there are times the ESV calls to me. I have 60 Bibles in my collection with 22 different translations. For simple devotional reading I will often use the NLT. I also love capitalizing the pronouns of deity, though I am not from the South (LOL). Now I do teach and preach the Word of God using the NASU (New American Standard Update), and have been for the past 18 yrs. In teaching I frequently add one additional translation, which may include the ESV. Being extremely nearsighted with glasses, font size is the most important point when ministering from the Bible. Interesting how each minister selects their Bible of choice. Sometimes we can be a persnickety group (LOL. Thoroughly enjoyed your video.

[@tez817]

Do you believe there is a trinity?

[@aeiplanner]

I dont know man. I feel like the ESV text reads a little bit more elegantly than the NASB. I read the ESV but my church of displays the ESV on screen and there had been a couple of times where I kinda went "whaa?"after seeing the NASB text.

[@felipetejeda7545]

Great videos man. Thank you.

[@JG4AU]

I’m torn between all the versions 🤣🤣🤣. NKJV, ESV, NASB, CSB.

[@ronsrailroad7176]

Read the version that you enjoy reading

[@theladygunsmith]

My favorite is the Modern English Version. What do you think of it? (if you've looked at it)

[@TearUpYourBible]

I’ve never given it much attention.

[@SSOAPride0935]

A favorite of mine as well, I wish more publishers used this translation.

[@youtoo2233]

It's nearly identical to the Nkjv

[@solitarypawn5076]

By the way, the NASB is being revised and will publish a new edition in early 2019 (I love it!)

[@stoutdog56]

Thanks for the explanation on the differences. They are both good but I prefer the NASB between the two. I agree that Crossways definitely has the most extensive product line. My favorite and most enjoyable translation among all 13 translations I own is the NLT.

[@Pastor4all52]

Jason, you sort of mentioned Schuyler (pronounced Sky-ler). They make, in my opinion, the very best Bibles in the world--even beating out R.L. Allan and Cambridge. Enjoy listening to you.

[@wbl5649]

@@chaplainpaul5326 I have the Quentel in NKJV and love it

[@brucemercerblamelessshamel3104]

product is better because of the profit motive?

[@darinlaws2557]

hey if anyone knows of someone who has a Cambridge esv wide margin goatskin with 2011 text and would get rid of it can you please let me know ? thanks

[@TearUpYourBible]

Darin Laws somebody help Darin out!!

[@jeremybravo8486]

Darin Laws hm.... Is it the binding you are looking for or the 2011 print? I can't stand their new revisions.

[@Austin-gf5lo]

Darin Laws I have exactly that! Not to fond of it either. I'd love to get it in the hands of someone who will use it.

[@mauricebrown9641]

Shalom. Question. I use the Tree of Life Version. I have been doing research for an alternate translation. It seems that the modern translations like the NASB, ESV and NKJV have changes in text which change/cause confusion to the text. Read Mark 10:23. It reads, it is hard for a rich man to go to heaven, rather than it is hard for a rich man who depends on his riches to go to heaven. That is not confusing? It is not better to go to the old KJV for a more thorough/simple understanding of the scriptures? This is not meant to be argumentative. I am just trying to understand which translation would be more of a literal/accurate translation. Help. Thanks Shalom

[@abc-wv4in]

Great comparison! One advantage of the NASB that you forgot is that it shows quotes from the Old Testament that are in the NT in small caps. I'm not knowledgeable enough to recognize many of them on my own without an indication in the text, so that's a very helpful feature. I agree with every point you made about these two translations. I like them both. Crossway blows other publishers away with their available variety of ESVs. (The other premium Bible publisher you couldn't recall is Schuyler from evangelicalbible dot com. They make heirloom quality Bibles in the NASB, NKJV, ESV, KJV, NIV, and NLT.) My favorite translations are the NKJV, ESV, NASB, and KJV. We are extremely blessed to have so many excellent literal translations from which to choose. Thanks for your video! (I also just gave a Like to another video comparing these two translations which favored the NASB. LOL)

[@dan1979geboren]

I am a Dutch reader of the bible and ofcourse I read my dutch bibles. I read the “statenvertaling” and the “ herziene Statenvertaling” you can compare these 2 bibles with “ the King James” and “New King James” bible. I have some English translations as well: The ESV and NASB. And of course the King James Bible. I like those 3 english bibles a lot

[@lewisdoyle]

January 2019 - still choosing the ESV? I feel your pain, brother.

[@TearUpYourBible]

3 times a day everyday. 😁

[@johnarevalo3450]

What about the nkjv in the mix?

[@abeekuworldchanger380]

I'm wanting the version with a more modern language. I have an NLT Bible which is my main go-to, but in terms of a word for word translation, would NASB be better if I want a more modern English tone?

[@barbaraz1618]

Thank You for the explanation. I did not know those things and have been using an NLT. May consider changing, just on your advice.

[@GraphiteOnPaperWorks]

I'm a KJV reader, but because of this I'm trying out the ESV. I also have the RSV and NASB and even the NKJV and ASV. But here's my question... What do you think about the CSB?

[@Sumatra123]

Some verses in the NASB are turned around so they hardly make sense. My CSB clears most of those verses up so I understand what they mean.

[@nicholasclay3915]

This was a REALLY SUPER GREAT review! It makes me feel better knowing I'm not the only one who struggles with this. At times I like ESV better, and other times I like NASB better. I think they are good comparison translations, though I am still debating over which to make my own.

[@esperanzaviva2389]

I.... stiiillll cannot leave my NASB. So I asked myself how much was the Word of God worth to me? It took a while to change my mindset, but I finally got a PSQ Schuyler Quentel. Incredible goatskin cover, prima paper, Milo font, line matched and incredible maps that break the limitations of the Lockman mentioned. I originally got it until the full size returns in 2019. But with same pagination between the two sizes, I may just keep the little brother when the reprinting of the big one is available. I think the bottom line with the NASB is you get what you pay for. I am happy the ESV comes at a higher quality at a lower cost, but the feel and the content go hand in hand for me. I just can’t put it down! Thanks for posting it was very entertaining!

[@abc-wv4in]

I really like the Shuyler Bibles at evangelicalbible.com too. They are great folks who sell premium quality bound Bibles in several translations including the NASB, ESV, NKJV, and KJV among a few others.

[@ceeece]

I fought with myself over NASB and ESV when I was switching from the NIV. I agree that Crossway has a better line of Bibles. I got the ESV study bible in calfskin and I love it. I’m right there with you on the feel. I really love holding the calfskin and it makes the reading that more enjoyable. I have heard that more literal translations like the NASB might interpret words the same even though their meanings are completely different. I don’t have an example though.

[@ceeece]

Also agree with you on the new ESV translation. Luckily my study bible was the 2011 version. Not sure I will buy the 2016 version.

[@TearUpYourBible]

I just got the Heirloom Single Column Legacy in green goatskin. It's a 2016. The changes, at this point, have been talked about so much that they don't bother me because I know what they are. hahahaha BUT, my plan is to still read the NASB at least once every year, just to keep these guys honest with their "contrary wives" (Genesis 3:16 2016 joke... I was reaching for the humor hard lol)

[@ceeece]

I was looking at that one and yes it could convince me to get the 2016 text. Lol

[@KaligtasanSaSalitaBroJohn]

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[@gladysmoses8331]

Dean Jones What about the poor calf? liveforforever.com

[@thecaiyoteexperience9505]

Have you ever tried the CSB? I work at Lifeway and I LOVE the translation because it is an accurate translation, but is also easy to understand. I also do love the NASB and ESV, but there is something about the CSB that I just love. You might want to check it out if you haven't #totallynotsponsored lol

[@TearUpYourBible]

The Caiyote Experience I haven’t, but always hear amazing things about it.

[@distaff2935]

To begin with, I know nothing about the Bible. Purchased the oldest one I could find at a thrift store, because I wanted to avoid new translations. Ended up with an American Standard Version, 1901 copyright by Thomas Nelson & Sons, and 1929 copyright, International Council of Religious Education, "to insure purity of text". On the downside, the cover is coming apart, the binding is shot, and the pages delicate. I'm not sure it'll survive a reading. Good video! Thanks for the information.

[@matthewburns2879]

This was a great video. Thank you. I'm a big user of literal translations as well. I have read through the KJV, NASB, and ESV multiple times. I once tried the NLT but did not like it. In the end I decided on the ESV, and have been using my Schuyler ESV Quentel exclusively for a little over 2 years now. Like you, I enjoy the more literalness of the NASB. I think the ESV occasionally takes liberties in translating certain words/verses that maybe they should not have. For instance, my church uses ESV, and I remember this example our pastor brought up in a sermon of how he didn't like the translation of the ESV in John 8:43: Why do you not understand what I say? It is because you cannot bear to hear my word. (ESV) "Why do you not understand what I am saying? It is because you cannot hear My word. (NASB) He said that the word "bear" in the ESV is an added word; the NASB gets it right though. (this is just one example of many I'm sure) Also, you talked about the ESV updating. That is kind of annoying. But the NASB last I heard is putting out an update as well in 2018 or 2019. Also, as for italics in NASB, I used to love them, along with the capitalized pronouns for deities. But I began to grow weary of the italics in the NASB because I would keep re-reading passages pretending the italicized words weren't there and it was getting annoying. As for the capitalized deities, I prefer them not capitalized in the ESV because it just looks better and more uniform. By the way, I really liked your thought (no pun intended) about how we shouldn't take God's literal word and turn it into thoughts as is done in the message, for God says "For my thoughts are not your thoughts".

[@TearUpYourBible]

Matthew Burns hey thanks for watching! Yes the NASB is getting an update... and when you update every 20-30 years it’s not a big deal... but ESV is like randomly updated with no update indication... lol. “Hey! We changed stuff... can you find it?!?!?” 😂😂 also you get to play the “which version do I have?” game. 😂😂

[@wnccoins4104]

I’m a NASB (1977) guy, but I like this video.

[@hectorramirez4938]

Many bibles are missing scriptures. Sample Acts 8:37. The bible says to meditate on his word. Many of us just read through it without realizing missing scriptures. The NIV, THE MESSAGE, ESV and others are missing hundreds of scriptures. NASB, NKJV and KJV are some that do have complete scriptures. Sadly many Christians do not care about this information.

[@bkr_418]

What’s your opinion on the NRSV? Would be nice to hear your thoughts on it.

[@TearUpYourBible]

I haven't spent much time with it... but some super-high-level theologians that I'm connected with love it. The interesting thing about Bible translations is that the more time you spend in them and studying and growing... the less they matter. I'll get the "this is wrong in the ESV" and "this is wrong in the NASB" comments all the time. BUT, I'm aware of those issues, so they kinda stop being issues. lol

[@bkr_418]

Grace For Life with Jason Mayfield thank you for your reply, appreciate it :)

[@terrysbookandbiblereviews]

What do think of the NASB 2020?

[@matthewhamrick4821]

My academic bible is NASB95 while my carry bible is ESV, but using Logos Bible Software I can read digital bibles I would not buy (like getting ready to read the NRSV). But ESV is my prioritized bible in the software. I have been thinking about making the LEB my number one bible in the software. I already use Greek and Hebrew bibles from Faithlife.

[@chrislane4615]

This may be a stupid question, but why do bibles require updating? Has the word of God changed???? I am moving away from NIV since I now feel that I am growing past the milk phase and now want to get into the meat of the word. I know that there are soooo many opinions about the "best" study bible. I am leaning toward NASB. Any reason why I shouldn't use it?

[@TearUpYourBible]

The English language changes. The longer a translation remains the same, the more distant it gets from modern vernacular making it more difficult for a reader to understand. It's not about the "word of God changing" it's about the "English language changing." NASB is a great translation, but it requires a good deal of focus. Be patient with it, and you might not get a ton until your second read through.

[@redeemed277]

I've been looking for a good ESV budget Bible but I'm having a hard time finding one with the words of Christ in red. Is this something just not available in the ESV?

[@kwright1975]

Hope there is such thing as ESV and NASB side by side Bible... can’t find one...