Philip’s New Testament in Modern English was made by an Anglican clergyman for his youth group, making the Bible sound relevant and in the language of the day.
This version of the Bible was made under the authority of the Anglican Church of England (Anglican clergyman J.B. Philips) 1958 for Anglican youth in English they could understand.
It is described as “up-to-date and forceful, involving the reader in the dramatic events and powerful teaching of the New Testament. It brings home the message of Good News as it was first heard two thousand years ago.” Wikipedia.org
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(1) When you have no books on a subject.
(2) When you cannot find information of a Bible subject.
(3) When you cannot discern how much the author discusses the subject.
(4) You are searching for the wrong key word.
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Version Information
“J.B. Phillips (1906-1982) was well-known within the Church of England for his commitment to making the message of truth relevant to today’s world. Phillips’ translation of the New Testament brings home the full force of the original message. The New Testament in Modern English was originally written for the benefit of Phillips’ youth group; it was later published more widely in response to popular demand. The language is up-to-date and forceful, involving the reader in the dramatic events and powerful teaching of the New Testament. It brings home the message of Good News as it was first heard two thousand years ago.” (https://www.biblegateway.com/versions/JB-Phillips-New-Testament/)
- The version of 1961 can be read online at http://www.ccel.org/bible/phillips/JBPNT.htm
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