In this fourth and final session of the Biblion Lecture Series, "Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament," we conclude with the presentation, “The Translations: the Ancient Text and Modern Versions." Then, after a short break, our scholars field your questions. If you missed the earlier sessions, don't that that stop you! WeContinue reading Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament (Session 4) →

In “The Autographs: the Letters and Writings that Started It All,” we explore the concept of autographs—the original manuscripts of the New Testament. Discover the nature of these ancient texts and learn how scholars trace the history of surviving manuscripts back to the original writings of the apostles. A small fee helps cover the costContinue reading Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament (Lunch Session 1) →

In “The Canon: the Essential and Authoritative New Testament”, we trace the journey from Jesus’ time to the establishment of the 27-book New Testament canon. Learn about the historical and theological reasons behind why these particular books were chosen and what criteria determined their inclusion. If you missed the earlier sessions, don't that that stopContinue reading Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament (Lunch Session 2) →

In “The Manuscripts: the Copies that Bear Witness to the Christian Message,” we discuss the manuscripts that have preserved the New Testament text through the ages. This presentation will address key questions: What are our manuscripts? What evidence do we still have? What is the nature of that evidence? You will learn how these foundationalContinue reading Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament (Lunch Session 3) →

In “The Manuscript Contents: the Words the Scribes Labored to Preserve,” we explore what the Greek New Testament manuscripts actually contain, and what insights can they provide about the New Testament text, its historical development, and its transmission over time. If you missed the earlier sessions, don't that that stop you! We promise you won'tContinue reading Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament (Lunch Session 4) →

In “The Scribes: the Faithful Laborers who Preserved the New Testament,” we dive into the work of scribes who painstakingly copied New Testament manuscripts, ensuring their preservation and transmission through the ages. Discover how these dedicated individuals preserved the text, maintained its integrity and secured it for future generations. If you missed the earlier sessions,Continue reading Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament (Lunch Session 5) →

In “Textual Criticism: the Art and Science of Preserving the Oldest Text,” we examine the principles and methods of textual criticism, sharing how scholars analyze the relationships between manuscripts to uncover the earliest possible readings of the New Testament. Learn how this critical discipline helps us understand the history and transmission of the New TestamentContinue reading Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament (Lunch Session 6) →

“The Translations: the Ancient Text and Modern Versions,” where we answer the common question, "How do we get from the Greek New Testament to the English translations we read today?" To answer, we explore the process of translation, examine how scholars bridge the gap between ancient texts and modern readers, discuss how to effectively useContinue reading Text to Translation: The Story of the New Testament (Lunch Session 7) →