Why are there so many Bible translations? Why do they sound different? And who actually decides how the Bible gets translated?

In this first episode of Word Nerd, we explore what Bible translations are, how translation committees work, the difference between formal and functional translation philosophies, and why you can trust your English Bible. Whether you've wondered which translation to choose or have never thought about the process behind them, this episode will give you a solid foundation for understanding the Bible you read every day.

In this episode we'll discuss:
• What a Bible translation is
• Why translations differ
• Formal vs. functional translation
• Who translates the Bible
• Why revisions and footnotes are actually encouraging

Resources Mentioned:

Daniel Wallace interview:

https://youtu.be/06lUxsa0DZY?si=knjEv3vGYOrL-GyL