Dear all,
I would like to aquire a bible to read, or at least reference. This course has raised my interest in reading the bible, particularly the Old Testament.
Does anyone have any recommendations as to which translation would be considerd most suitable in light of what we are studying here?
Any suggestions would be welcome.
Love and Light
Vex
Greetings Vex,
As to your question of Bible versions, the One that I find most useful is the Tanakh. This is the Torah or the Law, the Nevi'im or the books of the Prophets, and the Ketuvim simply titled the writings. most Hebrew Tanakh's are written in both Hebrew and English, which if you can read Hebrew is very helpful. Also most people find that the Tanakh is not subject to "as many" mistranlations or typographical errors.
I sincerely hope that I have helped you in some way, and I leave you with a piece of advice. try to read the Torah using the system of PARDES
The word PARDES [the Garden] is a sign for 4 levels of interpretation of Torah
a] P'shat - the simple meaning of the verse or story.
b] Remez - a hint of something else in the story - a message that if one looks for will be found
c] Drash - to explain by way of analogy ... a spiritual concept into its physical counterpart - a challenge to the reader to look for it.
d] Sod - a code that is hidden until it is revealed
For the level of Sod one must read the Torah in the light of the books of the Zohar.
Once again I hope you find this helpful and may you forever walk in the Light.
Natas,
I hope I'm not out of line here. I read your reply, and I just wanted to say... Wow. You definitely made me want to read the Torah and the Zohar.
In Light,
Brooke
Hello Vex,
there should be translations available that were made by Jewish translators, maybe look for one or two of these? You should be able to get information on how precise and good the translation is via the internet, e.g. on Jewish sites - maybe they even recommend some translations?
The Hebrew Bible is what Christians call the "old testament", which is in itself not a nice way to call it, of course. This is the one you will want to have, anyay ;-)
I think it is a good idea to read the Hebrew bible in a good translation! It is also recommended to know the bible well, e.g. if you want to read the Zohar (or other scriptures) later on.
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Andrea
Andrea,
You have just answered a question that I've had for so long! Thank you so much!
In Light,
Brooke
Vex,
I don't know exactly where, or when in The Old Testament this story is found. It is (in my humble opinion) the most inspiring Bible story I know of, though. I can only find information about it when I look up the Woman who is Sainted (first one if I'm correct) in the story. I lucked upon this jewel as I was trying to find the Meaning of a Dream I had. Her name is: Kristos Samra, of Ethiopia during the 15th century. (There was a hagiography written about her sometime near 1508.) Maybe it won't be your favorite... It's pretty amazing though. Maybe, you could point me in the direction of an equally awesome story you know of? I'd definitely read it.
In Allegiance,
Brooke