The Making of the English New Testament

'The Making of the English New Testament' provides a comprehensive and scholarly exploration into the historical development of the New Testament in the English language. Written by renowned biblical scholar Edgar J. Goodspeed, this work traces the fascinating journey of biblical translation, beginning with the earliest English versions and continuing through the landmark achievements of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.The narrative examines the vital contributions of key figures like William Tyndale and Miles Coverdale, whose pioneering efforts laid the foundation for the English scriptures. Goodspeed meticulously details the production of influential editions such as the Great Bible, the Geneva Bible, and the authorized King James Version, while also addressing the various revisions and modern translations that emerged into the early twentieth century. By placing these developments within their historical and religious contexts, the book illuminates the challenges and triumphs involved in bringing the sacred text to the English-speaking world.Designed for students of theology, history, and literature alike, 'The Making of the English New Testament' remains an essential resource for understanding how the Bible took its familiar form. It highlights the linguistic and cultural impact of these translations, showcasing the enduring legacy of those who sought to make the New Testament accessible to all.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.