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	The '''New English Translation''' ('''NET Bible''') is a free, "completely new"<sup>[1]</sup> [[on-line]] English [[translation]] of the [[Bible]], "with 60,932 translators’ notes"<sup>[1]</sup> sponsored by the Biblical Studies Foundation and published by Biblical Studies Press.		The '''New English Translation''' ('''NET Bible''') is a free, "completely new"<sup>[1]</sup> on-line English [[translation]] of the [[Bible]], "with 60,932 translators’ notes"<sup>[1]</sup> sponsored by the Biblical Studies Foundation and published by Biblical Studies Press.

	==History and textual basis==		==History and textual basis==
	The New English Translation, like the [[New International Version]], [[New Jerusalem Bible]] and the [[New American Bible Revised Edition\|New American Bible]], is a completely new translation of the Bible, not an update or revision of an older one (such as the [[New Revised Standard Version]] of [[1989 AD\|1989]], which is a revision of the [[Revised Standard Version]] of [[1946 AD\|1946]]/[[1971 AD\|71]], itself a revision of the [[American Standard Version]] of [[1901 AD\|1901]], itself a revision of the [[English Revised Version]] of [[1881 AD\|1881]], which was was claimed to be a revision of the [[King James Version]] of [[1611 AD\|1611]]), which being based upon a totally different textual foundation is absurd.		The New English Translation, like the [[New International Version]], [[New Jerusalem Bible]] and the [[New American Bible Revised Edition\|New American Bible]], is a completely new translation of the Bible, not an update or revision of an older one (such as the [[New Revised Standard Version]] of [[1989 AD\|1989]], which is a revision of the [[Revised Standard Version]] of [[1946 AD\|1946]]/[[1971 AD\|71]], itself a revision of the [[American Standard Version]] of [[1901 AD\|1901]], itself a revision of the [[English Revised Version]] of [[1881 AD\|1881]], which was was claimed to be a revision of the [[King James Version]] of [[1611 AD\|1611]]), which being based upon a totally different textual foundation is absurd.

	The translation and extensive notes were undertaken by more than twenty biblical [[scholar]]s who worked directly from the most currently available [[Hebrew language\|Hebrew]], [[Aramaic language\|Aramaic]], and [[Greek language\|Greek]] texts accepted by textual critics as superior.<sup>[1]</sup> The NET Bible was initially conceived at an annual meeting of the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] in November [[1995 AD\|1995]] in [[Philadelphia]], [[Pennsylvania]]. The [[translation project]] originally started as an attempt to provide a digital version of a modern English translation over the [[Internet]] and on [[CD-ROM]] without cost for the user: "The NET Bible project was commissioned to create a faithful Bible translation that could be placed on the Internet, downloaded for free, and used around the world for ministry."<sup>[1]</sup> Many of those involved in the project's initial discussions eventually became part of the translation team. The translation itself claims to be non-sectarian, "inter-denominational" and [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].		The translation and extensive notes were undertaken by more than twenty biblical [[scholar]]s who worked directly from the most currently available [[Hebrew language\|Hebrew]], [[Aramaic language\|Aramaic]], and [[Greek language\|Greek]] texts accepted by textual critics as superior.<sup>[1]</sup> The NET Bible was initially conceived at an annual meeting of the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] in November [[1995 AD\|1995]] in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The [[translation project]] originally started as an attempt to provide a digital version of a modern English translation over the [[Internet]] and on [[CD-ROM]] without cost for the user: "The NET Bible project was commissioned to create a faithful Bible translation that could be placed on the Internet, downloaded for free, and used around the world for ministry."<sup>[1]</sup> Many of those involved in the project's initial discussions eventually became part of the translation team. The translation itself claims to be non-sectarian, "inter-denominational" and [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].

	The translation is most notable for an immense number of lengthy [[footnote]]s (which often explain its textual translation decision), its open translation process, its availability on the Internet (both during its beta process and in its final form), and its open copyright permitting free downloads.		The translation is most notable for an immense number of lengthy [[footnote]]s (which often explain its textual translation decision), its open translation process, its availability on the Internet (both during its beta process and in its final form), and its open copyright permitting free downloads.

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	==Other versions==		==Other versions==
	Now the NET Bible has both English and [[Chinese language\|Chinese]] versions. The Chinese version is also called Chinese NET Bible.		Now the NET Bible has both English and [[Chinese language\|Chinese]] versions. The Chinese version is also called Chinese NET Bible.

			==See Also==
			* [[Preface to the NET Bible]]

	==References==		==References==

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	==External links==		==External links==
	*~~{{official website\|~~http://net.bible.org/}} (redirects to using it, with the NET Bible Study Environment open at the bottom of the window)		*[http://net.bible.org/ net.bible.org] (redirects to using it, with the NET Bible Study Environment open at the bottom of the window)
	*[http://netbible.com More like a typical Home Page] (with explanation of various ways to acquire/use the NET Bible)		*[http://netbible.com More like a typical Home Page] (with explanation of various ways to acquire/use the NET Bible)
	*[http://andynaselli.com/theology/the-net-bible Review by Andy Naselli] (Positive, but brief)		*[http://andynaselli.com/theology/the-net-bible Review by Andy Naselli] (Positive, but brief)

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	The '''New English Translation''' ('''NET Bible''') is a free, "completely new"<sup>[]</sup> [[on-line]] English [[translation]] of the [[Bible]], "with 60,932 translators’ notes"<sup>[]</sup> sponsored by the Biblical Studies Foundation and published by Biblical Studies Press.		The '''New English Translation''' ('''NET Bible''') is a free, "completely new"<sup>[1]</sup> [[on-line]] English [[translation]] of the [[Bible]], "with 60,932 translators’ notes"<sup>[1]</sup> sponsored by the Biblical Studies Foundation and published by Biblical Studies Press.

	==History and textual basis==		==History and textual basis==
	The New English Translation, like the [[New International Version]], [[New Jerusalem Bible]] and the [[New American Bible Revised Edition\|New American Bible]], is a completely new translation of the Bible, not an update or revision of an older one (such as the [[New Revised Standard Version]] of 1989, which is a revision of the [[Revised Standard Version]] of 1946/71, itself a revision of the [[American Standard Version]] of 1901, itself a revision of the [[English Revised Version]] of 1881, which was a revision of the [[King James Version]] of 1611).		The New English Translation, like the [[New International Version]], [[New Jerusalem Bible]] and the [[New American Bible Revised Edition\|New American Bible]], is a completely new translation of the Bible, not an update or revision of an older one (such as the [[New Revised Standard Version]] of [[1989 AD\|1989]], which is a revision of the [[Revised Standard Version]] of [[1946 AD\|1946]]/[[1971 AD\|71]], itself a revision of the [[American Standard Version]] of [[1901 AD\|1901]], itself a revision of the [[English Revised Version]] of [[1881 AD\|1881]], which was was claimed to be a revision of the [[King James Version]] of [[1611 AD\|1611]]), which being based upon a totally different textual foundation is absurd.

	The translation and extensive notes were undertaken by more than twenty biblical [[scholar]]s who worked directly from the ~~best~~ currently available [[Hebrew language\|Hebrew]], [[Aramaic language\|Aramaic]], and [[Greek language\|Greek]] texts.<sup>[]</sup> The NET Bible was initially conceived at an annual meeting of the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] in November 1995 in [[Philadelphia]], [[Pennsylvania]]. The [[translation project]] originally started as an attempt to provide a digital version of a modern English translation over the [[Internet]] and on [[CD-ROM]] without cost for the user: "The NET Bible project was commissioned to create a faithful Bible translation that could be placed on the Internet, downloaded for free, and used around the world for ministry."<sup>[]</sup> Many of those involved in the project's initial discussions eventually became part of the translation team. The translation itself claims to be non-sectarian, "inter-denominational" and [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].		The translation and extensive notes were undertaken by more than twenty biblical [[scholar]]s who worked directly from the most currently available [[Hebrew language\|Hebrew]], [[Aramaic language\|Aramaic]], and [[Greek language\|Greek]] texts accepted by textual critics as superior.<sup>[1]</sup> The NET Bible was initially conceived at an annual meeting of the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] in November [[1995 AD\|1995]] in [[Philadelphia]], [[Pennsylvania]]. The [[translation project]] originally started as an attempt to provide a digital version of a modern English translation over the [[Internet]] and on [[CD-ROM]] without cost for the user: "The NET Bible project was commissioned to create a faithful Bible translation that could be placed on the Internet, downloaded for free, and used around the world for ministry."<sup>[1]</sup> Many of those involved in the project's initial discussions eventually became part of the translation team. The translation itself claims to be non-sectarian, "inter-denominational" and [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].

	The translation is most notable for an immense number of lengthy [[footnote]]s (which often explain its textual translation decision), its open translation process, its availability on the Internet (both during its beta process and in its final form), and its open copyright permitting free downloads.		The translation is most notable for an immense number of lengthy [[footnote]]s (which often explain its textual translation decision), its open translation process, its availability on the Internet (both during its beta process and in its final form), and its open copyright permitting free downloads.

	==Copyright status==		==Copyright status==
	The NET Bible's approach towards copyright comprises a full copyright license<sup>[]</sup><sup>[]</sup> which is explained in its "Ministry First" statement,<sup>[]</sup> both of which emphasize its openness and freedom. The publishers claim that "after 10 years, the NET Bible is still the only major modern translation that can be downloaded free in its entirety and used seamlessly in presentations and documents."<sup>[]</sup> However, as of October 2010, the NET Bible's copyright statement is over 1500 words long, and contains different conditions for generic copyright, [[diglots]] and bible quotations in multiple formats, including commercial and non-commercial publications.<sup>[]</sup>		The NET Bible's approach towards copyright comprises a full copyright license<sup>[1]</sup><sup>[2]</sup> which is explained in its "Ministry First" statement,<sup>[3]</sup> both of which emphasize its openness and freedom. The publishers claim that "after 10 years, the NET Bible is still the only major modern translation that can be downloaded free in its entirety and used seamlessly in presentations and documents."<sup>[3]</sup> However, as of October [[2010 AD\|2010]], the NET Bible's copyright statement is over 1500 words long, and contains different conditions for generic copyright, [[diglots]] and bible quotations in multiple formats, including commercial and non-commercial publications.<sup>[2]</sup>

	The NET Bible's approach to copyright is self-summarised as:		The NET Bible's approach to copyright is self-summarised as:

	:The Bible is God’s gift to humanity – it should be free.<sup>[]</sup>		:The Bible is God’s gift to humanity – it should be free.<sup>[1]</sup>

	In "Copyright Innovations – Toward a New Model," the Ministry First position statement makes at least four additional important clarifications:		In "Copyright Innovations – Toward a New Model," the Ministry First position statement makes at least four additional important clarifications:
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	However, these statements do not form part of the copyright notice itself, so their legal value is unclear.		However, these statements do not form part of the copyright notice itself, so their legal value is unclear.

	[[Rick Mansfield]] describes these permissions as "[they] basically take a “YES” position in regard to permission to use the NET Bible in publications or on the internet for “the vast majority of requests.”<sup>[]</sup> [[Michael Paul Johnson\|Michael Paul Johnson's]] Bible FAQ at the [[World English Bible]] site is more specific, saying "You may download a free copy for your personal use at http://netbible.org. Copyrighted." The "Copyrighted" category in the FAQ classes the NET bible with most other English translations mentioned, except for the World English Bible, which is described as [[public domain]].<sup>[]</sup> [[Peter Kirk (Bible translator)\|Peter Kirk's]] review of the NET Bible copyright notes that the [[Open English Bible]] (OEB) is "under a licence enabling the maximum reuse, remixing and sharing without requiring the payment of royalties or the obtaining of permission from copyright holders". The review contrasts this with the NET Bible copyright by quoting a letter by Russell Allen stating "On the ([[The Free Software Definition\|Free Software-based]]) definition above, the NET Bible is not free. I cannot take the NET Bible, make changes and redistribute my changed version without permission".<sup>[]</sup>		[[Rick Mansfield]] describes these permissions as "[they] basically take a “YES” position in regard to permission to use the NET Bible in publications or on the internet for “the vast majority of requests.”<sup>[4]</sup> [[Michael Paul Johnson\|Michael Paul Johnson's]] Bible FAQ at the [[World English Bible]] site is more specific, saying "You may download a free copy for your personal use at http://netbible.org. Copyrighted." The "Copyrighted" category in the FAQ classes the NET bible with most other English translations mentioned, except for the World English Bible, which is described as [[public domain]].<sup>[5]</sup> [[Peter Kirk (Bible translator)\|Peter Kirk's]] review of the NET Bible copyright notes that the [[Open English Bible]] (OEB) is "under a licence enabling the maximum reuse, remixing and sharing without requiring the payment of royalties or the obtaining of permission from copyright holders". The review contrasts this with the NET Bible copyright by quoting a letter by Russell Allen stating "On the ([[The Free Software Definition\|Free Software-based]]) definition above, the NET Bible is not free. I cannot take the NET Bible, make changes and redistribute my changed version without permission".<sup>[6]</sup>

	==Functional and formal translation==		==Functional and formal translation==
	In the preface to the first edition, [[W. Hall Harris III]], Ph.D., "The NET Bible Project Director" claims that the NET Bible solves [[Dynamic and formal equivalence\|the problem of dynamic vs. formal equivalence]]:		In the preface to the first edition, [[W. Hall Harris III]], Ph.D., "The NET Bible Project Director" claims that the NET Bible solves [[Dynamic and formal equivalence\|the problem of dynamic vs. formal equivalence]]:

	:[T]he translators and editors used the notes to give ''a translation that was formally equivalent, while placing a somewhat more functionally [or ''dynamically''] equivalent translation in the text itself to promote better readability and understandability''. The longstanding tension between these two different approaches to Bible translation has thus been fundamentally solved.<sup>[]</sup>		:[T]he translators and editors used the notes to give ''a translation that was formally equivalent, while placing a somewhat more functionally [or ''dynamically''] equivalent translation in the text itself to promote better readability and understandability''. The longstanding tension between these two different approaches to Bible translation has thus been fundamentally solved.<sup>[1]</sup>

	The promotional copy for the NET Bible advertises the advantage of this feature in the following way: "The translators’ notes make the original languages far more accessible, allowing you to look over the translator’s shoulder at the very process of translation."<sup>[]</sup>		The promotional copy for the NET Bible advertises the advantage of this feature in the following way: "The translators’ notes make the original languages far more accessible, allowing you to look over the translator’s shoulder at the very process of translation."<sup>[7]</sup>

	==Other versions==		==Other versions==
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	==References==		==References==
			* 1. "Preface to the NET Bible First Edition". Bible.org. Retrieved 2012-02-15.
			* 2. "NET Bible - Trademark and Copyright Information". Bible.org. Retrieved 2012-02-15.
			* 3. "NET Bible - "Ministry First"". Bible.org. Retrieved 2012-02-15.
			* 4. "Review: The NET Bible". Thislamp.com. Retrieved 2012-02-15.
			* 5. "Frequently Asked Questions about the Bible". Ebible.org. 2004-08-31. Retrieved 2012-02-15.
			* 6. "Open content licensing and the NET Bible". Gentlewisdom.org.uk. Retrieved 2012-02-15.
			* 7. "Welcome \| NET Bible from Bible.org". NET Bible. Retrieved 2012-02-15.
			Copyright notice for quotations[edit]
			* 8. Required Notice: "The NET Bible is freely available http://bible.org." See the NET Bible Copyright for details.

			<small>
	=== Copyright notice for quotations ===		=== Copyright notice for quotations ===
			Required Notice: "The NET Bible is freely available http://bible.org." See the NET Bible Copyright for details.
			</small>=

	==External links==		==External links==

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			{{BibleHistory}}
			The '''New English Translation''' ('''NET Bible''') is a free, "completely new"<sup>[]</sup> [[on-line]] English [[translation]] of the [[Bible]], "with 60,932 translators’ notes"<sup>[]</sup> sponsored by the Biblical Studies Foundation and published by Biblical Studies Press.

			==History and textual basis==
			The New English Translation, like the [[New International Version]], [[New Jerusalem Bible]] and the [[New American Bible Revised Edition\|New American Bible]], is a completely new translation of the Bible, not an update or revision of an older one (such as the [[New Revised Standard Version]] of 1989, which is a revision of the [[Revised Standard Version]] of 1946/71, itself a revision of the [[American Standard Version]] of 1901, itself a revision of the [[English Revised Version]] of 1881, which was a revision of the [[King James Version]] of 1611).

			The translation and extensive notes were undertaken by more than twenty biblical [[scholar]]s who worked directly from the best currently available [[Hebrew language\|Hebrew]], [[Aramaic language\|Aramaic]], and [[Greek language\|Greek]] texts.<sup>[]</sup> The NET Bible was initially conceived at an annual meeting of the [[Society of Biblical Literature]] in November 1995 in [[Philadelphia]], [[Pennsylvania]]. The [[translation project]] originally started as an attempt to provide a digital version of a modern English translation over the [[Internet]] and on [[CD-ROM]] without cost for the user: "The NET Bible project was commissioned to create a faithful Bible translation that could be placed on the Internet, downloaded for free, and used around the world for ministry."<sup>[]</sup> Many of those involved in the project's initial discussions eventually became part of the translation team. The translation itself claims to be non-sectarian, "inter-denominational" and [[evangelicalism\|evangelical]].

			The translation is most notable for an immense number of lengthy [[footnote]]s (which often explain its textual translation decision), its open translation process, its availability on the Internet (both during its beta process and in its final form), and its open copyright permitting free downloads.

			==Copyright status==
			The NET Bible's approach towards copyright comprises a full copyright license<sup>[]</sup><sup>[]</sup> which is explained in its "Ministry First" statement,<sup>[]</sup> both of which emphasize its openness and freedom. The publishers claim that "after 10 years, the NET Bible is still the only major modern translation that can be downloaded free in its entirety and used seamlessly in presentations and documents."<sup>[]</sup> However, as of October 2010, the NET Bible's copyright statement is over 1500 words long, and contains different conditions for generic copyright, [[diglots]] and bible quotations in multiple formats, including commercial and non-commercial publications.<sup>[]</sup>

			The NET Bible's approach to copyright is self-summarised as:

			:The Bible is God’s gift to humanity – it should be free.<sup>[]</sup>

			In "Copyright Innovations – Toward a New Model," the Ministry First position statement makes at least four additional important clarifications:

			*We still don’t fully like the copyright notice for the NET Bible, but in our litigious world it remains a challenge...
			*We believe that 1 Tim 5:17-18 (the author has the right to be paid) and Lev 23:22 (allow the poor and foreigner free access) can be simultaneously satisfied far better with a new Internet model...
			*We want all authors to know that the NET Bible is a safe choice.
			*It is time for ministry to be more free – and for a Bible which puts ministry first....Let us know how we can better serve your needs.

			However, these statements do not form part of the copyright notice itself, so their legal value is unclear.

			[[Rick Mansfield]] describes these permissions as "[they] basically take a “YES” position in regard to permission to use the NET Bible in publications or on the internet for “the vast majority of requests.”<sup>[]</sup> [[Michael Paul Johnson\|Michael Paul Johnson's]] Bible FAQ at the [[World English Bible]] site is more specific, saying "You may download a free copy for your personal use at http://netbible.org. Copyrighted." The "Copyrighted" category in the FAQ classes the NET bible with most other English translations mentioned, except for the World English Bible, which is described as [[public domain]].<sup>[]</sup> [[Peter Kirk (Bible translator)\|Peter Kirk's]] review of the NET Bible copyright notes that the [[Open English Bible]] (OEB) is "under a licence enabling the maximum reuse, remixing and sharing without requiring the payment of royalties or the obtaining of permission from copyright holders". The review contrasts this with the NET Bible copyright by quoting a letter by Russell Allen stating "On the ([[The Free Software Definition\|Free Software-based]]) definition above, the NET Bible is not free. I cannot take the NET Bible, make changes and redistribute my changed version without permission".<sup>[]</sup>

			==Functional and formal translation==
			In the preface to the first edition, [[W. Hall Harris III]], Ph.D., "The NET Bible Project Director" claims that the NET Bible solves [[Dynamic and formal equivalence\|the problem of dynamic vs. formal equivalence]]:

			:[T]he translators and editors used the notes to give ''a translation that was formally equivalent, while placing a somewhat more functionally [or ''dynamically''] equivalent translation in the text itself to promote better readability and understandability''. The longstanding tension between these two different approaches to Bible translation has thus been fundamentally solved.<sup>[]</sup>

			The promotional copy for the NET Bible advertises the advantage of this feature in the following way: "The translators’ notes make the original languages far more accessible, allowing you to look over the translator’s shoulder at the very process of translation."<sup>[]</sup>

			==Other versions==
			Now the NET Bible has both English and [[Chinese language\|Chinese]] versions. The Chinese version is also called Chinese NET Bible.

			==References==

			=== Copyright notice for quotations ===

			==External links==
			*{{official website\|http://net.bible.org/}} (redirects to using it, with the NET Bible Study Environment open at the bottom of the window)
			*[http://netbible.com More like a typical Home Page] (with explanation of various ways to acquire/use the NET Bible)
			*[http://andynaselli.com/theology/the-net-bible Review by Andy Naselli] (Positive, but brief)
			*[http://www.bible-researcher.com/net.html Review by Michael Marlowe] (Conservative, critical; also detailed and extensive)
			*[http://bible.org/netbible/ Print version presented online] (plus Deutero-Canonicals, Apocrypha, and intro to NET Bible Study/Learning Environment)

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			[[Category:2005 in religion]]

	==See Also==		==See Also==

	* [[Preface to the NET Bible]]		* [[Preface to the NET Bible]]

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			* [[Preface to the NET Bible]]

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	==See Also==		==See Also==
	* [[Preface to the NET Bible]]		* [[Preface to the NET Bible]]
			* [[Daniel Wallace]]

	==References==		==References==

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	~~==See Also==~~

	* [[Preface to the NET Bible]]