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A Bible society is a non-profit organization (usually ecumenical Protestant in makeup) devoted to translating, publishing and distributing the Bible for free or at subsidized low cost. Traditionally Bible society editions contain only the Protestant canon of Scripture, without any notes or commentary; but in recent decades this principle has been relaxed somewhat, and such editions typically have at least some notes on alternate translations of words, or variations in the different available manuscripts. Most or all Protestants have in common the principle of sola scriptura, and many believe that distributing free copies of the Bible is an effective form of evangelism; this makes Bible societies an attractive form of common action for Protestants of different denominations.
History
The Bible has engaged the attention of the leaders of Christendom from early times. In an extant letter, dated 331, Emperor Constantine requested Eusebius, bishop of Caesarea, to provide him with fifty copies of the Old and New Testaments for use in the principal churches in Constantinople. In 797, Charlemagne commissioned Alcuin to prepare an emended text of the Vulgate; multiple copies of this text were created, not always accurately, in the famous writing schools at Tours.
The first book printed in Europe was the Latin Bible, and Copinger estimates that 124 editions of the Vulgate had been issued by the end of the 15th century. The Italian Bible was printed a dozen times before 1500, and eighteen editions of the German Bible had already been published before Martin Luther's version appeared. Accompanying the Protestant Reformation, there was a marked increase in interest in the scriptures. Notwithstanding the oppositional attitude adopted by the Roman Catholic Church at and after the Council of Trent (1545-1563), the translation and circulation of the Bible were undertaken with greater zeal, and in a more systematic fashion.
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@JSbaritone well if the Bible were written today in modern society....yes it is the same thing....haha...
Euphonium1020 (Joshua Lock) Sat, 26 Dec 2009 01:07:29 -0000
@JSbaritone well if the Bible were written today in modern society....yes it is the same thing....haha...
Lolwut, the bible is cultural? I put forward that South Park is more cultural and relevant to society today. #tonyabbottlol
goAshley (Ash K) Fri, 25 Dec 2009 06:39:48 -0000
Lolwut, the bible is cultural? I put forward that South Park is more cultural and relevant to society today. #tonyabbottlol
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American Bible Society - Non-profit organisation dedicated to worldwide translation, publication and distribution of the Scriptures.
Meta Description: [ making the Bible available in an understandable language and format so all people may experience its life-changing message ]
Bible Society in England and Wales - Mission and projects, Word on the Street video interviews (RealMedia, QuickTime), downloadable Bible testimonies (Word, PDF), and weekly news by email.
Meta Description: [ Bible Society is an advocate for the Bible in contemporary cultures, resourcing and influencing those who shape society and making the Bible heard by all. ]
Bible Society in New Zealand - Society activities, prayer needs, and available products. [Requires Java]
Meta Description: [ The Bible Society in New Zealand Inc. ]
Bible Society in Northern Ireland - FAQ, History of founding, news and current projects both local and worldwide, support information.
Meta Description: [ Welcome to the Bible Society in Northern Ireland ]
Bible Society of Ethiopia - Describes their goals and projects. Lists languages where the work translation work has been completed, those they are still working on, and Bible distribution statistics.
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Bible Society of India - Translates and publishes the Bible in many of the country's languages. Brief introduction to the Bible and its message, project news, and online magazine.
Bible Society of South Africa - Distributes Bibles in native tongues throughout SA. Media releases, catalogue, prayer requests, and archived daily readings provided.
Meta Description: [ Welcome to the Bible Society of South Africa, Welkom by die Bybelgenootskap van Suid-Afrika ]
Bible Society of Uganda - Translating the Holy scriptures into the various local languages of Uganda. News and pledge information.
Canadian Bible Society - Publishes and distributes the Bible in Canada and around the world. Translation into native Canadian languages, news articles, newsletter.
Meta Description: [ Canadian Bible Society. Our vision is to reach every man, woman and child with the life-giving Word of God, and to encourage its use. CBS translates, publishes and distributes the Bible, and has Scripture products available in over 100 foreign languages and 23 Canadian aboriginal languages. ]
International Bible Society - Publisher of the New International Version (NIV).
Meta Description: [ Welcome to the home page of IBS-STL Global. We are the translation sponsor of the New International Version NIV Bible and Today's New International Version TNIV Bible. ]
International Bible Society Europe - Translating, publishing, and distributing the Bible. A basic introduction to the Bible, online NIV, daily devotions by e-mail, PDA, and mobile phone.
National Bible Society of Ireland - Supplies Bibles and study resources. News and current projects, prayer requests, and recommended reading.
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Russian Bible Society, Vladivostok Branch - Distributing Bibles and study materials. Brief history and beliefs.
The Bible Society in Australia - Promoting Bible reading and study, the mission and current projects of the Society, and a guide to current English translations.
The Scottish Bible Society - Describes activities, products, volunteer opportunities; sells Bibles.
The World Bible Society - Distributes Bibles and tracts, history of the Bible, statement of faith.
Trinitarian Bible Society - London, England. Publishes and distributes the Bible. Articles on the history of the Bible and its translation. Quarterly Record magazine archive.
Meta Description: [ Trinitarian Bible Society - The Word of God Among All Nations ]
United Bible Societies - Organization coordinating various national Bible Societies in the translation and distribution of the Bible worldwide. Resource guide and links to local efforts.
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