First Nations Version
An Indigenous Translation of the New Testament
by Terry M. Wildman
Pub Date 31 Aug 2021 | Archive Date Not set
InterVarsity Press, IVP
Christian | OwnVoices | Religion & Spirituality
I am reviewing a copy of First Nation’s Version through InterVarsity Press and Netgalley:
The Great Spirit loves the world of human beings so deeply he gave us his Son. His only son who fully represents him. Those who trust in him and his way will not come to a bad end, but will have the life of the world to come that never fades full of beauty and harmony. Creator did not send his Son to decide against the people of this world, but to set them free from the worthless ways of the world. John 3:16-17 "Love is patient and kind. Love is never jealous. It does not brag or boast. It is not puffed up or big-headed. Love does not act in shameful ways, nor does it care only about itself. It is not hot-headed, nor does it keep track of wrongs done to it. Love is not happy with lies and injustice, but truth makes its heart glad. Love keeps walking even when carrying a heavy load. Love keeps trusting and never loses hope, love stands firm at all times. The road of love has no end." 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 Many First Nations tribes communicate with the cultural and linguistic thought patterns found in their original tongues. The First Nations Version (FNV) recounts the Creator's Story the Christian Scriptures—following the tradition of Native storytellers' oral cultures.
In this way of speaking with its simple yet profound beauty and rich cultural idioms, still resonates in the hearts of First Nations people. The FNV is a dynamic equivalence translation that captures the simplicity, clarity, and beauty of Native storytellers in English, while remaining faithful to the original language of the New Testament. Whether you are Native or not, you will experience the Scriptures in a fresh and new way.
I give The First Nation’s Version five out of five stars!
Happy Reading!
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