Why I Chose The ESV over the NASB

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[@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

[@williamsizemore5313]

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

[@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.

[@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. 😂

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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?

[@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.

[@AFrischPerspective]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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)

[@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

[@shaddjimenez4524]

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

[@jazzmonk5670]

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

[@JonathanGrandt]

JazzMonk except for where Calvinism is forced.

[@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.

[@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.)

[@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

[@matthaeus-apx6009]

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

[@TearUpYourBible]

Matthew Livall thanks!!!!!

[@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?

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@MinorSwing-qu3ku]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@Me2Lancer]

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

[@timcocis3072]

😁always a good watch. NASB 100% I've tried reading through the esv but I found the sentence structure makes me skip in my speech I find that they are both are so similar that you can preach from the nasb and people can still follow in the ears for in the congregation blessyou

[@jotiqueharlee194]

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

[@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.

[@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 ! 😀

[@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!

[@johnsantiago4810]

The introduction is hilarious

[@InfinitelyManic]

There are no literal English Bible translations except for interlinear Bibles. But the italics tho!

[@ela1984maa2]

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

[@louisaccardi6808]

I remember when I got saved I had the old KJV and cut my spiritual teeth on it back in the late 1960s. I have tried many translations but always return to the KJV. There is too much missing even in the NASB for me.

[@michaelkikle3018]

Louis Accardi amen, Brother! I can’t grow with these modern translations. And I think, a lot of the time, most people don’t, either lol. The KJV is hands-down the best lol.

[@louisaccardi6808]

Michael Kikle: I agree. I was doing a teaching on prayer the last few Wednesdays at our church and used the KJV as my main text. I did look up a number of modern translations to show the people that the Lord's prayer in Luke 11 ends with, "deliver us from evil." However, most of the modern translations leave out that important phrase. So, the NIV, ESV, NLT, and most others end with, "lead us not into temptation." Of course, it is not worded exactly the same. Those translations did not include that important part to the Lord's prayer in Luke 11. That is, those translations left out, "deliver us from evil." How absurd to leave that phrase out of the text. It don't even make sense. I read those other versions so I can know what they're leaving out so I can warn others. Further, there are new translations rolling off the presses daily. How many people that don't study their Bibles know that they are missing out on key portions of the Bible that are clearly missing.

[@michaelkikle3018]

Louis Accardi Exactly! 1 John 5:7 being perverted is the biggest offense, in my opinion, and a lot of people don’t even realize that without the KJV rendering of that, you can’t really even believe in the Trinity as it actually is.

[@beckywitthegoesbeforeme3661]

I have always had a problem with the nasb and Matthew 5:22 Do not be angry with your brother without cause. KJV Do not be angry with your brother. NASB Didn’t Jesus get angry?

[@louisaccardi6808]

Beckywitt: The KJV makes sense on Matthew 5: 22 whereas the NASB makes no sense at all. It leaves out an important missing piece if you ask me. You don't have to be an expert on Textual Criticism to know that.

[@christianmaler2238]

ESV Bible is my favorite Bible. Reads very easily.

[@gregoryjason3384]

I use the NKJV! And love it!

[@immanuelrajmohan830]

nkjv is the best

[@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.

[@kadenburton9860]

Ive only been watching him for a few weeks and i love him🤣 hes so positive it keeps me motivated to read my bible❤️🤷🏻‍♂️ thank you brother for your videos! I use KJV but im considering switching to a easier version for me To read and understand cause i have a very short attention span!

[@davegarciaofficial]

I have come to the conclusion that people (for whatever reason) convince themselves that the KJV is harder to read/understand. And yet Every Bible that comes out today compares itself to the KJV and the “KJV tradition” etc. So why not just read the KJV??? Why work so hard to get away from the greatest translation ever produced? Spend just an hour reading Mark and the flow and structure of the KJV will become very easy to understand. I guarantee it.

[@ETHANGELIST]

I'm a NASB-Only Advocate lol jk. It seems your video has proven the NASB is essentially superior as a translation. I find the NASB more readable and I prefer the way it puts together the sentences and ultimately translates them

[@xrendezv0usx]

It does bother me that ESV doesnt capitalize God's pronouns. Put some respect on His Name.

[@SethEdwards-hq9pm]

Neither the Latin, Greek, nor Hebrew make any distinction between pronouns for God or anyone else.

[@xrendezv0usx]

@SethEdwards-hq9pm that's fine, so go ahead and call God by "him" and "he." As for me I will put the utmost respect as possible on His Holy Name. And I will stick with a translation that does the same. Also the ESV translation disqualifies itself with a corrupted rendering of Genesis 3:16. It's as if out of pride the translators wanted to be unique and give a different interpretation from every other scholar and translator that has worked on the Bible. But besides these biggest issues, the ESV is pretty solid. I especially like the way it translates the Greek in the New Testament. But for me the Word of God is perfect so a translation must not have ANY errors, I want every word to be 100% reliable. The ESV disqualifies itself with that terrible mistranslation of Genesis 3:16 which has a meaningful impact on theology. Unfortunate.

[@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

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[@gladysmoses8331]

Dean Jones What about the poor calf? liveforforever.com

[@brotherarn]

Thank you for sharing. You almost convinced me not to get the ESV LOL

[@pastorjoephillips]

Thanks for this, I appreciate you have convinced me to stay with the NASB (1995 wink-wink). There are some changes in the 2020 that disturb me ( See Mark 14:48 - NASB 2020 a man inciting a revolt NASB 1995 as you would against a robber ) I pray your ministry of the Word has continued to grow in these intervening years.

[@charlesshanks3101]

Don't need a super nice Bible I want the literal word of God and the best translation.NASB! I already changed my mind about the new NIV,ESV, and CSB too many slashes disclaimers, interpretations (their group) etc. I love the MacArthur Study Bible In NASB.

[@youtoo2233]

I'm not big on that MacArthur guy, not sure I trust his interpretation of scripture.

[@colton7373]

I tend to switch between KJV, NKJV, NASB, and ESV. I think it’s good to always read multiple translations, just my preference!! God bless

[@sorenpx]

Maybe get at least one translation that falls outside of the Tyndale tradition.

[@johnarevalo3450]

What about the nkjv in the mix?

[@emmyimladris7091]

Only recently discovered your channel, hence the date of this reply. But just wanted to say that I agree with what you say. I too prefer a literal translation. I use the NASV and the ESV and check the YLT1898 etc. I love the capitals for pronouns referring to God. Thanks for these!

[@abramtillabuild8477]

The most literal translation Bible you should look at over the NASB is the interlinear Bible brother! It's the most literal translation other then the actual original language Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek version. But for English translation it's the interlinear Bible.

[@ToddAutry]

You know the ESV is a good version that is readable and usually easy to get. NASB has a lot of great positives! Haha. Nice touch on Joel, but I remember watching his Dad do that. His dad was much better than he was. JMO!

[@charlenelee224]

I have really liked the NASB for a very long time. Unfortunately, my NASB Open Bible is falling apart! (I keep gluing it together again). I got the ESV as a "replacement" of sorts. I really like the ESV and it is also a Study Bible. I'm still tempted to replace my poor NASB and store the old one in a nice box as a good memory. Many good notes still in it.

[@shaddjimenez4524]

I thought I was alone in thinking this about the good parts of the NASB 1995

[@mlk08012]

I still use my old NIV in printed copy and the ESV in my electronic copies. I like the ESV better, but hate to lose my 25 years of notes in my NIV.

[@Mulerider4Life]

Honestly, I think most people should own a copy of both!

[@jyoung5256]

Got an ESV study bible for graduation from my youth pastor. Excited to explore it

[@U.S.ArmyArmorVeteran]

I use the NASB and the KJV

[@kimwine6336]

Hey Jason! I recently discovered your channel. I'm a capital "R" Reformed girl in my theological convictions, so we will disagree about some theology, but I love what you're doing by getting people as close to the text as they can. I respect your mission. Even though I'm Reformed in my theology, I have never been able to bond with the ESV. (I know, I'm surprised I'm allowed to be Reformed, lol!) I have always stuck with the NASB. But with NASB's recent changes, I've made the decision to switch to the CSB as my main translation. I may have to turn in my Reformed membership card. ;-) Jk - NASB is going to be basically obsolete as we know it by next year. I did a lot of research on the CSB translation philosophy and have been reading it for 3 years before I decided to make the switch. You might want to look into it. It's a solid translation and the "Optimal Equivalence" lands on "formal" more often than "dynamic" and it's like marrying the NASB in its word-for-word-ness to the NIV in its thought-for-thought-ness. Translation notes GALORE when they don't go literal.

[@TearUpYourBible]

The NASB 95 isn’t going anywhere. Yes they’re are releasing the new NASB, but it’s not like the ESV (or CSB for that fact) where they update it gradually and casually and then you never know what version of the text you’re actually reading. The NASB95 is going to continue to be available. There have even been a ton of new NASB95 Bibles released just this year.

[@kimwine6336]

@@TearUpYourBible Thanks for the info! The info I've heard wasn't very positive about my beloved NASB95. I'm certainly not abandoning it. My NASB and I have WAY too much history together. It's marked up and tear-stained and a delightfully crinkly mess. But I'm also loving the fresh perspective I'm getting from spending some time in a different translation.

[@jamesgossweiler1349]

I use Logos Bible software and “use” all the translations...including the original Hebrew and Greek!

[@jolee86]

Omg. I am so sorry but I couldn’t stop laughing at your frustration within the first 15 seconds of this video 🤣🤣🤣🤣. That truly made my day. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@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?

[@-.-Mandy-.-]

I study a lot with NASB because it's easier to read and understand when I'm doing my precepts study courses.

[@joshuabissey]

Interesting to listen to the comment about the stability of the NASB after the 2020 version has dropped. 😉

[@TearUpYourBible]

And the 1995 is still in print… like the 1977. I’ve bought 2 NASB95’s this year! The ESV doesn’t do that. They just update it and start shipping with nothing more than a line in the copyright page. So what I said here stands. The ESV gets tampered with ever few years and the NASB doesn’t.

[@Giancarlo_1997]

so now you're much more of a NASB95 user?@@TearUpYourBible

[@solitarypawn5076]

I like Jason. I love the NASB and I do not like the ESV at all, but sometimes I choose to read the NIV with an eye on my NASB because some of the things the NIV says are not "logical" or too loose.

[@melonhead122908]

Jason it will be interesting to hear your thoughts on the NASB 2020 bible when it comes out....good videos!!!

[@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.

[@michaelstrauss6587]

Hi Jason I like your passion and frankness, and I respect your opinions (as in you are entitled to them). I have pastor friends who are KJV only and some use this version and some use that. And that is all okay. One pastor, a friend, the last time I was to preach at his church, asked me to preach from the KJV "to avoid confusion" because that is what he preaches from. Though I found members of his congregation use various translations. I say all of that to say this. How important is it to get a congregation all on the same translation? Having various translations invites discussion, questions, Word study...maybe even prayer. The discovery of the Truth of God's Word is what the pulpit is for. Bible studies too. I love God's Word so much it hurts. I hunger for His Truth. I believe God says what He means and means what He says. I think you feel the same. Because in this video you sound as though you sell out a bit because of the convenience of access to a nice Bible for all...to get everyone on the same page (pun intended). Just as God created our hearts individually, He allowed these different "versions" as a benefit to the body. We both know there are some words in every version that could be better translated. Blessings and love to you, your congregation and all the saints. Michael

[@JG4AU]

I’m working on getting one of each version so there’s that I guess.

[@JeffreyDavisChristianAuthor]

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

[@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

[@lewisdoyle]

Impressed you managed to make a decision. I’m like a dog wanting the toys from both hands 😆. Love the video.

[@TearUpYourBible]

I'm replying to this comment on my computer... reaching over an NASB. lol I understand your pain. lol

[@MLLatUtube]

I love my ESV journaling Bible and it is the translation my Bible study group uses, although not the translation i use for personal study or the one I use for reading. I do get tired of their use of "man" instead of "person". I notice that in the New Testament they translate "brothers" and then footnote that it means "brothers and sisters." But that is a minor gripe and I do agree that they have a lot of beautiful editions. Thank you for the comparison.

[@TearUpYourBible]

MLLatUtube that’s how I feel. It’s a minor issue (that some people make so major) and it’s a correct technical rendering for English grammar.

[@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.

[@adammeade2300]

Lol. These are the two I’ve been wrestling with, as well. I do like to reference the NKJV sometimes to show the Textus Receptus some love, but I’m about to buy my first “premium” Bible and can’t decide between the ESV or NASB.

[@robroy4058]

They are updating the NASB. 2021 Also, just curious what you mean that the ESV is more Reformed? Reformed theology is true Christian theology, coming from a formal pentecostal of 29 years.

[@TearUpYourBible]

The new NASB is not an update, it's a new version. It's an entirely different process than how they treat the ESV. Yes, they are calling it an update... but we will have three distinct editions (1977, 1995, 2020/21/22/23 whenever it actually shows up). The ESV makes no indication outside of the copyright page concerning the version of the translation. They also do this every few years... not ever 20-30 years like the NASB. The ESV chooses, in some areas, to use English words that are more in-line with existing reformed doctrinal language. They aren't usually bad choices (I've only had one catch me off guard, and don't remember what it was anymore) but have a "stylistic bias". MEANING, the translation choice isn't outrageously pushy, but it certainly nods in that direction. I don't any ready to go examples... because it's a waste of organic hard drive space. :-)

[@robroy4058]

@@TearUpYourBible I appreciate your response brother, thanks for the quality content. That was a actual question by the way, I wasn't trying to sound snotty haha. Im new to different translations and im looking to find the "one" for me God Bless.

[@MandyGood]

I like the NASB, ESV, The Message, New living translation, NJKV, and the Septuagint.

[@shawnglass108]

It’s a shame that something as important as a Bible translation has to be divided based on a product line but that’s just reality. Crossway has done an incredible job in making the ESV available in almost every format imaginable..Everything from a Nestle-Aland/ESV Interlinear to a leather-bound readers Bible collection, to an Amazing hard bound ESV Redemption Bible that is only like $7..and everything in between. How can I talk crossway into putting Old Testament quotes in small caps?

[@portlandmhchurch399]

Hey man this is Rob Urie. I primarily use ISV and ESV for preaching and study. I can’t remember if I’ve ever asked this before, but have you looked into the ISP ( international standard version)? I would be interested in hearing your thoughts on that. I really enjoy the literal idiomatic style that ISV is written in.

[@TearUpYourBible]

I haven't... but that's primarily because I only use Bibles that are easy to get. lol Honestly, whatever I use ends up coming out in the teaching, so I try to always use where I want to end up.

[@Itsjess13]

Hello, I have recently discovered your channel and I am really enjoying it!! I already have a few Bibles which I have read a little but when I am reading I come across so many things I have questions about, that I am confused. So I was thinking about Getting a journaling bible of some sort so I could have space to take notes on the questions I have. I was wondering what your suggestion would be? I have the New Living translation. I was going to get an ESV bible for the question process but now I am a little concerned. You said that the ESV has been changed and has some bad translation issues? Anyways I would love any ideas or suggestions to lead to a better understanding of the word and on my journey to know Jesus and God better. Thank you.

[@TearUpYourBible]

When I (and others) y’all about bad translation issues, which aren’t really bad (the translators just did a few weird things)... we’re talking about maybe 5-10 verses. Every translation is going to have that. I would still suggest the ESV, and the Esv journaling Bible is one of my favorites. Here’s a link to it: www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&p=1201883&item_no=531910

[@Itsjess13]

Thank you so much :)

[@RyGuy8989]

All your points for the NASB are exactly why I choose it over the ESV, lol

[@bpchris1]

I cracked up out loud when he said the shliterbahn Bible hahahaha

[@jojitsu5620]

I feel the same way as well. I find the nasb a more poetical literature.

[@JonathanGrandt]

NASB italicizes add-in words. ESV treats them as inspired.

[@yellathehybrid6988]

Yeah I feel where you’re coming from. At first I thought the ESV was the best thing to hit the bookshelves until I did further investigation. Just ordered my first NASB and it should be arriving today. I’m so excited

[@quix66hiya22]

But the add in words make it comprehensible in English.

[@dieginho10001]

I'm interested in buying your Schuyler NASB if you no longer use it.

[@halwiggam5465]

You make it sound like you like the NASB more than the ESV.

[@AmericanShia786]

Excellent video. I used to use the NASB quite a bit in the 1980s. As a KJV-lover, I use the KJV the most. However, I use the NKJV and ESV more often than the NASB even though I think the NASB is a slightly more accurate translation. I don't use the NIV or the NLT. I tried the NIV in the 1980s, but it was not for me. Even though the the NIV is more conservative than the RSV, I still use the RSV (the one with most of the Textus Receptus put back in, I won't use the NRSV, however. But, the KJV is still my favorite, though I have others. I'm Majority Text, so there is no popular Majority Text translation, although the NKJV will tell one what is in the Majority Text versus othere manuscript families.

[@alisaz1837]

Hey thanks for this video; it’s one of the more helpful ones I’ve seen :) What is the verse in proverbs that you couldn’t remember?

[@wessbess]

Great review.

[@live2win4freedom82]

I use both😎🔥😎

[@secundemscripturas992]

I totally agree with the NASB not having a great product line; I wanted to get a nice NASB, but I couldn’t find one besides the Cambridge ones which are too expensive (except the Pitt minion). Though crossway had plenty of great goat skin bibles for less than $150

[@solitarypawn5076]

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

[@Nick-wn1xw]

You won’t when you see what they’ve done with it.

[@anitrarn]

I have watched your videos enough to know that I can trust what you say and I value your opinion. I was asked by a coworker for a Bible. I gave her one and invited her to church. She is a believer but I’m not sure yet if she is saved. Are there any books or Bible studies I could get for her that you would recommend?

[@TearUpYourBible]

Honestly, I would turn her on to my teaching videos. I appreciate you hanging out with me!!!

[@Nick-wn1xw]

I’m confused. How can one be a “believer” and still not be saved?

[@watchman9198]

“Elect standard version”

[@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.

[@zacharyprice1345]

I came to Christ through the NASB and love it immensely. However, I come from a KJV tradition and have settled on the NKJV as I feel it marries the two perfectly for me.

[@tommyboyindy1157]

ESV for personal reading NASB for study and exegesis KJV for reading aloud in public

[@Tansvorster]

Hi Jason. Can you confirm which version of the ESV was changed so badly and when was it corrected? We don’t have the large print here in South Africa so I have to order from united states and I don’t want to order then wrong one. TIA

[@davegarciaofficial]

It’s the 2016 update