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Originally Posted by testallthings

In the "A BRIEF EXPLANATION" in the NT Rc version, it is written, "The consummation of this understanding forms the basis of this translation and its footnotes. Hence, this translation and the accompanying footnotes could be calle the 'crystallization' of the understanding of the divine revelation which the saints everywhere have attained to in the past two thousand years."

If these claims are true, it will be really unwise not to devote lots of our time to delve into these footnotes. If they are false, on the contrary, then

To begin with I personally do not like when people boast, especially if they are Christians. It is better to be praised by others, if that is the Lord's will. In any case, due to the claims that this "product" claims to be or contain, I suggest that we put it to the test beginning with the Gospel of Matthew and see if these things are so. In buying a Ferrari people would expect that every little part of it is outstanding! If there is a failure in any part, even a bolt it will be a shame for the car maker, and the car will be replaced. In the same way, if there is even a small error in this translation and/or footnotes it would demonstrate that the claims are false or at least too "optimistic", and a replacement would not solve the problem!!

So, let's begin this journey!


In Matt. 1:2 it says that, " Abraham begot Isaac..... " The footnotes 1/4 indicates that Isaac was a type of Christ because he was obedient to his father even unto death and then "he took Rebekah, a Gentile woman, as his wife (Gen. 2:61-67)."

I agree on the first point. Regarding the second point, Was Rebekah a Gentile? Wasn't she the daughter of one of Isaac cousins?

In Christ,

testallthings

I agree with the thought to test all things, and put the Recovery Version to the test. The analogy to one bolt being bad causing us to throw out the whole Ferrari seems extreme, Ferrari hasn't always had absolutely perfect cars every time. But, they do work to improve their cars when there is a flaw. That's where we need to challenge Living Stream Ministry. Your example here is a good one. Issac clearly is a type of Christ in many things, including Witness Lee's first point, his receiving all things from his father, and begetting the next generation of God's people. Using Rebecca as "Gentile woman" is not a good "proof text".