English Standard Version (ESV)

Verlag:

Crossway

, 2016

Overview of the ESV Translation

The English Standard Version™ is founded on the conviction that the words of the Bible are the very words of God. And because the words themselves—not just the thoughts or ideas—are inspired by God, each word must be translated with the greatest precision and accuracy. As Jesus Himself stressed, “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Matt. 4:4).

This is the underlying philosophy that drove the development of the ESV™ translation. One of the most popular versions of the Bible today, the ESV is widely used because of its balance of accuracy and readability.

What is the ESV Bible?

This passion for God’s Word is the driving force behind the translation of the ESV Bible. The English Standard Version™ does not try to “improve” on the original in light of today’s culture or language. Instead, the utmost care has been taken to express God’s Word in English that most closely captures the meaning of the original, with understandability, beauty, and impact.

The ESV is considered "a careful revision of the Revised Standard Version (RSV), which itself was a respected translation" (wisdomonline.org). One distinction from several other translations common today is that the ESV does not tend to paraphrase but rather focus on literalness. In contrast to the NIV, for example, the ESV maintains the form of the original language. This ultimately creates a version that encourages deeper study into the original language of Scripture.

Top 10 Most-Highlighted Verses in the English Standard Version

1. Proverbs 1:7: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.
2. Proverbs 3:5–8: Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him…
3. Romans 10:9–11: because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved...
4. 1 Corinthians 10:12–13: Therefore let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall. No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability...
5. Galatians 2:19–21: For through the law I died to the law, so that I might live to God. I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me...
6. Philippians 1:5–6: because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.
7. Philippians 4:4–9: Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything…
8. Colossians 1:9–14: And so, from the day we heard, we have not ceased to pray for you, asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of his will in all spiritual wisdom and understanding…
9. 2 Timothy 3:14–17: ...All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness...
10. Hebrews 11:6: And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.

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