The Inclusive-Language Debate: A Plea for Realism

About this book

A balanced and thorough look at the use of inclusive language in Bible translation. Subjects covered in the book include: 1. The Making of a Crisis--Bible Translation and Bible Rage; 2. Conflicting Principles--The Committee on Bible Translation; (CBT) and Colorado Springs Guidelines (CSG) on Inclusive Language; 3. Translation and Treason--An Inevitable and Impossible Task; 4. Gender and Sex around the World--a Translators Nightmare; 5. A Brief Evaluation of the CBT and Colorado Springs (CS) Principles; 6. Some Old Testament Passages; 7. Some New Testament Passages; 8. Some Crucial Passages with Important Doctrinal Issues at Stake; 9. But is the English Language Changing?; and 10. Pastoral Considerations--How to Avoid Bible Rage. Includes notes a general index and a scripture index.