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The differences between the families can easily be resolved. The vast majority of the Biblical text is
without question when it comes to the original text. The disputes over versions center mainly on two
areas:

1. What family of manuscripts has been used to translate this work?
2. Did the translators subscribe to a primary dynamic or formal method of translating the words
into the new language?

The three verse test:

Luke 20:22 – Is it lawful for us to give tribute unto Caesar, or not?
A test for Literalness: Each word in this verse is interpretatively rigid, and the verb tense does NOT allow
much exploration.

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Acts 27:14 But after no long time there beat down from it a tempestuous wind, which is called
Euraquilo: A test for Expressive: Translator can be inventive with vocabulary and creative with
interpretation.

Mark 11:16 - and he would not suffer that any man should carry a vessel through the temple. A test for
Interpretative: this verse contains an irresistible enticement to be interpretatively and theologically
adventurous, to suggest and invent circumstances which may or may not have occurred.

For a complete and detailed analysis of major translations and how they dealt with these key passages,
go to www.cob-net.org/compare_bibles.htm.

Textual Criticism and Why it Matters

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