As a very conservative Christian I usually stick with more literal translations, but I started reading the NLT just in my daily devotions and I admit it is now my favorite to read. I wouldn’t use it for study or teaching but I really enjoy it for my daily reading schedule.
That’s what I’m going through now, lol I read it but in the mornings when I don’t have the time and I need to fit in his word, I listen to it and I’m here enjoying it so much I’m ahead in my Bible a year time lol
I am solely responsible for the CSB moving up to 5th place. I discovered it last year, and have bought a chronological, an ancient faith, 2 large print compact, 2 thinlines and a large print goatskin. My wife literally asked me to stop buying bibles.
My Bible for the year is the NASB 2020 and I’m loving it. The CSB is still my favorite. I say New American Standard or I’ll spell it out N-A-S-B. I don’t normally say nasby
Same for me on all counts. I like the 2020's changes for clarity, though I sometimes use my 1995 for some readings. But New American Standard or spelling it out sounds way better and less nasally to me than Nasby.
My personal top picks in order are: ESV, NIV, NASB, CSB, NET. The NIV has a special place in my heart. I experienced conversion when I couldn't sleep one day and there happened to be a paperback NIV84 lying around. I picked it up out of curiosity, not knowing that the Holy Spirit was about to change me forever. Following this experience I began to read the Bible for the first time in my life and the NIV made it so much easier to grasp. I can't believe that was 21 years ago.
I've always called it N-A-S-B, but Morris Proctor, who was the premier LOGOS software trainer, always called it NAS-B. I'll always think of him when I hear it said that way. Great video, Tim!
The NKJV would increase considerably its sales if they included editions with the Apocrypha. Many Catholics and Orthodox would love to have that option available.
That’s a great point about the pronunciation. Maybe ask the publishers? I would just spell out the NASB (NAS-by sounds like “nasty” 😂) and NRSVue (although an N-R-S-View sounds funny, too). I’m also with you on a light NKJV update, mainly restoring some of the choices of the KJV, but also updating the textual notes. I’ve also fallen back in love with the KJV over the last year. The ESV, NRSVue (woot!), NET, NLT, and KJV are probably my top five. ✌️🤓📚
I have always called it the N-A-S-B, it was only recently when I discovered Mark Ward's channel that.I found out people say "Nasby." My favorite translation right now is NIV. It's easier to read and for some reason, I find it easier to memorize than the ESV or CSB, and It was my grandmother's primary bible when I was growing up so it makes me think of her. I have always loved the NKJV too. My top 5 translations would be: 1. NIV 2. NKJV 3. NLT 4. NASB (I have always preferred it to the ESV) 5. RSV (basically I like that it keeps some old Elizabethan language when referring to God)
I have appreciated the NLT more this year after getting the book of psalms by alabaster. The NLT also helps when I don’t understand a verse in nkjv, nasb or niv
I am older... 67 yrs old - in the 70's I used KJV and NASB then later the Living Bible - In the 1980's to 1996 I used the NIV84, then in 1996 the NLT came out - so 1996 until now I used the NLT (But I also used the TNIV and NIV2011 - I have & like the Thompson Chain NIV 2011 that Zondervan recently updated). Love your videos and updates. My church uses NKJV. At home I read & study with the NLT.
I always call it the N-A-S-B. Definitely cool to see the NRSV make the list and the KJV move back up. I'm loving my readthrough of the KJV so far, I thought I would struggle more. All the top sellers are sold at the local Walmart. Awesome update, can't wait for your book!!
The only KJV I have purchased is the preorder for the new Humble Lamb Lion Refresh. Speaking of Humble Lamb, it's Friday and it should be time for their big SonRise announcement. Come on Humble Lamb, the SonRise happened. Good 🌄 Morning. Let us know!!!!!
I say Nasbee. And, I have a ‘95 in Black Pearl full yap on its way to me in Australia (it just left the Memphis hub!) right now! I have the LSB which is magnificent translation, so am looking forward to this NASB, heaps!
My top 5 are ESV, NKJV, NIV, NLT, and the NET. However, I have a CSB Study Bible arriving next week and am looking forward to reading the CSB for [most of] the remainder of the year.
Great to see NRSV on the top 10 list. Such a great translation as it deserves to be heard more. Looking forward to having it premium up from Cambridge especially Pitt Minion!
Word. I am reading The Bible for the first time via the NRSV. The New Oxford Annotated NRSV is really invaluable for its extensive annotations and essays.
This year I am using the CSB Day by Day Chronological Bible for my reading plan and my study bible this year is the NIV Cultural Background Study Bible as my devotional reference Bible. My Pastor uses mostly the NKJV which I enjoy. I enjoy the NKJV, NIV, CSB, and NASB. I do not care for the ESV or NLT but will use them for a comparison reading The Bible I have on my wish list is the Amplified Bible. I enjoy your channel very much.
I am currently reading the Bible through in the NKJV (I read the KJV last year). My Sunday School class uses the CSB, and my Pastor reads from the NASB. I have the NLT translation on my phone.
I was surprised that the NRSV was *not* in the top 10 every year because the translation is such a staple in state college and state university New Testament classes. I think you are right regarding its No. 10 spot this year--that people wanted physical copies of the 1989 (I know I did) AND they were curious about the NRSVue. Incidentally, in my head I think-say NASBy, but in person I always say NASB (lol). I've always been shocked and saddened that the NASB doesn't sell better. I'm happy to see the CSB doing so well, surprised that the NKJV is not doing so well (and, as I commented before, the MEV, Modern English Version, is a great inadvertent update to the NKJV--though I don't know what's going on with the production of it recently), and am ecstatic that the NLT is continually gaining ground. I wish the NET (full notes edition) were more popular / sold better. I'm reading through the NET Bible Full Notes edition, Biblical Text and Notes, this year. What a treasure! I've never been a fan of the NIV and I'm still not (though I did like the TNIV--but that's another story for another day). Oddly enough, however, I do like the NIrV (as well as God's Word translation--which has been updated recently--and I recommend both of those translations for young readers and for those who find reading difficult). I did, though, first read through the entire Bible when I got saved in 1995 using the NIV 1984. The ESV is a great translation and Crossway has been brilliant to offer such quality and good-looking and various styles, editions, etc. The ESV Preaching Bible, Black Goatskin Leather, is one of the most beautiful Bibles I've ever seen. That the KJV still sells so well (and is still read and studied by so many) is, as you stated, a testament to its rightful place within our literary library of great English Bibles. I enjoyed this video immensely and can't wait to get your book! God bless.
It's encouraging to see so many Bibles still selling so well in the US. I wonder if there's a study or survey that correlates Bible sales with Bible reading. I'm aware of surveys like the State of Theology, which is very helpful, but they don't seem to correlate the two.
Good point Father, several of my siblings who are Catholic have bought this Bible. I heard a rumor that you might be working on a project for a translation...did I hear correctly?
@@mrjustadude1 There are two projects that have a loose connection to me. I have a deacon who is working on a fresh translation of the entire Bible, with the OT being from the LXX. The other one is an effort to get Michael Asser's revision of the KJV based on the Septuagint into a useable format that can be published.
Tim, Thanks!!! (for everything) I love your knowledge, help, experiance, and smile. I am a red sea pedestrian who has recently found JC, and you've been a great help. Being over 55 it is quite an experience and I thank my wife (non Jewish) for opening my eyes and spirit. In the last month i have bought over 8 bibles and I think that I will be buying a premium one once I settle on a translation/format. Keep up the great work. KJV will always be my core, but for readability.... I am waiting on an ESV, and I can't wait to read all of the notes. BTW, say each letter of NASB for the audio book. It is best for that, when conversing nasbee is ok and your choice.
I always look forward to this list you do every year. ❤ I have always said N-A-S-B and the year published, myself. About the NKJV, here's my 2 cents. Leave well enough alone. There reason being is it sells. Other than the KJV, it's the only TR Bible that sells very well. The only one other TR Bible that I can think of that sells was the MEV (Modern English Version). There are so many forgotten TR Bibles that is so sad to see. Since the NKJV sells so well, I'm hoping that means more souls for Christ. And that should be the ultimate goal for every translation of the Bible in every language.
My own favourite bible is the N-A-S-B 1995. It's what I found in the hotel room last summer, and it's the one that did a way better job at sucking me in than my old NIV Study could from 2007; a church youth group gift from my parents. After trying multiple other translations, it's still the one that best resonates with my how my mind works. Many say it doesn't read smooth, but so far I'm up to Judges 17 and haven't seen anywhere that this has been noticeable. My only wishes are that either zondervan would better (or actually) bolden the verse numbers for new paragraphs, or that other publishers might make an attractive thinline that fits in my carry case.
Always enjoy your content bro. Please don’t ever say Nasby 🤭. I did my part. Bought 3 ESV and 4 CSB Bibles last year. I blame you guys and your dang reviews! Top is still a tie ESV and CSB. Have you heard of the Cepher Bible? Saw a kid on reels talking about it. Blessings!
I'm glad to see the KJV at #2 but I would prefer it to be #1. I can tell you, it will be hard to keep the classic translation down, that's for sure. I am excited for your book, Tim. Will the audiobook also be available on CD?
I learned about the NASB through a TikToker who dis videos on bible prophecy. She does bible studies on RU-vid now and she says the letters out loud. I've never heard anyone pronounce it the other way.
I grew up on the NKJV and my current main Bible is the NAS95. Yet, a couple years back I bought a Schuyler RSV. After spending much time in it, I love the RSV. I love the Thees and Thous in reference to God. The Psalms are just a pleasure to read in the RSV. And, side note, I like to call the NASB the NAS, saying each letter - N. A. S. When I write it, I write NAS95.
I say N-A-S-B. I love all of these translations, but usually read NLT because I get up way too early for my brain to comprehend my NKJV! I own an Adventure Bible in NIV because it's a special polar edition and I couldn't resist the penguins and such.😅
Listening to your podcast I have learned of more recent versions. I would feel interested in some of them and go research and I usually come across more controversy than I felt comfortable with, so I ended deciding to stay with what I trust, NASB and KJV, My absolute favorite bible is not well known but I love the translation and I usually read it everyday. It's the Modern Language Bible, which is revised version of the Berkley Bible. It was translated and published in 1959. I learned about it from a friend who would read his bible in the original texts. He recommended the Berkley Version, which I have been reading for years.
When you record the audiobook, I suggest going with N A S B (In Aye Ess Bee). Because even people who have said Nahzz Bee for decades will know what you mean. But people who say N A S B may not understand Nahzz Bee. :) I think it sounds more "professional". Of course, you can always check out the audio bibles of the NASB and see what they say, or other audio books that talk about Bible translations.
@@timwildsmith I have a few of that text block. If you’d like the one with the best leather quality it’s the Espresso/Saddle Tan color. Thanks again for your content, your channel is how i found Humble Lamb! My KJV Lion is preordered and I’m super excited! Another Bible review suggestion would be Church Bible Publishers! 💙
Great video. I too would like to see the number of sales to see how close they are. Only wish more translations would upper case pronouns for Diety. Looking forward to checking out your book.
I love the KJV and the choices it made, but the out of date language is always the kicker for me. Which is why I keep going back to the ESV. It reminds me very much of the KJV in the choices, but also simple, clear, easy to read and in the same category as the KJV in the spectrum of Word for Word > Thought for Thought
NAS Bee sounds like a Japanese car company. “Hey, let show you my new 2024 NAS BEE.” Or one of the alien monsters that Godzilla fights. Coming soon to a theater near you “Godzilla vs NAS Bee.”
The Adventure Bible (KJV) was my first study Bible. I'm now 40, and the first Bible I bought my kids was an "Adventure Bible" (NKJV). They now have ESV "Following Jesus Bible" but the "Adventure Bible" will always hold a special place in my heart.
"Nasby" just sounds downright silly.. N-A-S-B is the way to go.. And I'm so happy that NLT and CSB are slowly going up on the chart. NLT is the best for me. Its english is just better worded then the CSB. That said, my main is NLT and CSB/BSB/ESV are close companions
I say "N.A.S.B.", not "Nazzbee." If I've ever heard anybody say "Nazzbee" I don't remember it. It sounds much less articulate, and it's a reference to such a well-articulated translation!
I am an NKJV user, but I do see it going out of the readers hands. I believe next year I will be switching to something else, but I don't know just yet. I like ESV, but I don't think it's any easier to understand than the NKJV. I used the HCSB growing up as teen so maybe that will be it!
