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Published in 1904, The Twentieth Century New Testament is considered the first translation of the Bible into modern English. It was produced in Britain over a period of 15 years by approximately 20 people -- ministers, housewives, school teachers and businessmen -- who were united by their desire for a New Testament in the language of the people. They were advised by such scholars as J. Rendel Harris and Richard Weymouth so their rendering is quite accurate. In addition they made some effort at rearranging the New Testament books in the order scholars believe they were written -- Mark comes ...

This second letter from the Apostle Paul to the congregation of believers in the bustling port city of Corinth gives us a much more personal understanding of Paul's apostleship. He defends it rigorously, convincing his followers of his authority from God and his rights under that authority. His appeals to patience and understanding display a great emotional vulnerability in the seasoned preacher and missionary. He discusses the need to support the congregation in Jerusalem with their gifts, and reaffirms and vindicates his position as apostle to the Gentiles. - Summary by Mark Penfold

LibriVox recording of Bible Passages Collection 003 with selections from the American Standard Version, King James Version, World English Bible, Emphasized, Bible, Catholic Public Domain Bible, Morgan New Testament, and Updated King James Version. (summary by MaryAnn)

Richard Francis Weymouth was born on October 26, 1822 near Plymouth Dock, now known as Devonport, near Plymouth, Devonshire, in England. Dr. Weymouth was a Bible scholar and a philologist (a student of the origins of language), as well as a layman, in the English Baptist denomination. He edited "The Resultant Greek Text", after which he based his "New Testament in Modern Speech", which was published posthumously in 1903. He passed away on December 27, 1902 in Essex. His work is known for its simpler language and use in private reading. (Summary by Mark Penfold)

Reviewing influential works of New Testament scholarship.

Complete audio narration of the World English Bible New Testament by Dave Williams. The World English Bible is a public-domain translation of the Bible in modern English. It is an update of the reliable American Standard Version of 1901, with reference to original-language texts. The revision was headed by Michael Paul Johnson.

The Second Epistle of Peter, written by Saint Peter, is a letter that deals with a threatening heresy which had arisen because the anticipated Second Coming of Christ had not yet occurred. In the letter Peter tells Christians in Asia Minor how to grow in their faith, warns about false teachers and explains about Jesus' return. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.

The First Epistle of Peter was written by Peter the Apostle to the various churches suffering religious persecution in Asia Minor. Peter advises that when Christians suffer, they should trust God more and be joyful because Jesus died for them. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The First Epistle of John is the fourth Catholic epistle in the New Testament. The epistle counters docetic beliefs and teaches Christians how to discern true teachers - by their ethics, their teachings on Jesus and their love. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Second Epistle of John, attributed to John the Evangelist, is a book of the New Testament that urges Christians to love one another and disregard false teachings. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

1 Timothy, accredited to Apostle Paul, is a letter containing guidance to his follower, colleague and delegate Timothy. Paul writes about false teachers and how to support the church. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.

The Second Epistle to the Corinthians is a letter from Paul the Apostle (and 'Timothy our brother') to 'the church of God which is at Corinth'. The epistle recalls the difficulties and hardships Paul endured in the service of Christ. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.

The First Epistle to the Thessalonians was likely the first of Paul the Apostle's letters. Addressed to the Christians of Thessalonica, 1 Thessalonians contains a strong personal message of encouragement and reassurance of their faith, love and hope in God. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.

The Epistle of Jude is a letter that warns the church about men who deny Jesus and explains that God will exact punishment for their irreverence. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Epistle of James is a letter urging Jewish Christians to persevere in the face of persecution and is also a practical letter dealing with Christian ethics and insisting that actions, not words, are the mark of a disciple of Christ. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The book of Revelation is an apocalyptic document that occupies a central place in Christian eschatology. It describes events that will take place at the end of the world; the ultimate victory of Christ is the dominant theme. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Third Epistle of John, attributed to John the Evangelist, is a book of the New Testament that was intended to encourage and strengthen Gaius (a group of Christians) and to warn them about false teachers. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Epistle of Paul to Titus is a letter from Paul the Apostle to Saint Titus that offers advice on how to handle the everyday problems confronted by a young minister and details the requirements and duties of elders and bishops.... This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Second Epistle of Paul to Timothy is one of three pastoral epistles attributed to Saint Paul in the New Testament. Following on from the First Epistle, where Paul offers guidance to his follower, colleague, and delegate Timothy, the Second Epistle offers a picture of the state of the church, preparing Timothy for the day he inherits his roles. This book is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective....

The Second Epistle to the Thessalonians reminds them that God would punish their oppressors and enemies and that they should trust in God even during a time of despondency. This audiobook is beautifully voiced by The Bible Reading Collective.