The Unvarnished New Testament: A New Translation From The Original Greek [Paperback]

Andy Gaus (Editor, Translator)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1991

This new, innovative translation of the New Testament opens the closed doors of preconception and allows the reader to view these important Greek writings in an entirely different light. Based on a radical and startling premise, The Unvarnished New Testament asks "Why not present the New Testament simply as it appears in the original Greek?"

Product Details

• Paperback: 508 pages
• Publisher: Phanes Press (January 1, 1991)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0933999992
• ISBN-13: 978-0933999992
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #616,685 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Is More Like It!, October 27, 2002

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Timothy Dougal (Madison, Wi United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Unvarnished New Testament: A New Translation From The Original Greek (Paperback)

When I opened Andy Gaus' translation of the New Testament, and began reading Mark, I literally experienced a shock, whether of the spirit or of recognition, I can't be sure. Mark's headlong, atemporal enthusiasm burst off the page as I had always imagined it should, but never had, in any other translation. Further reading of other books continued opening facets of these texts I had only guessed at. Gone is the theologically anachronistic language of standard translations (and Lattimore) which puts concepts into the text that weren't there when it was written. In Gaus, churches are assemblies, repentance is a change of heart, baptism is bathing, gospel is the good word, angels are (often) messengers, spirit can be breath, and so on. The translation is sometimes less literal than I would have liked, but translation is always a balancing act, and overall, Gaus has found a great balance for the reader who doesn't know Greek and is frustrated by the jargon which encrusts most New Testament editions. I don't know anything about Mr. Gaus, or who he is associated with, but my hat is off to him. For me, this New Testament is right alongside Richard Elliott Friedman's Torah.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Snappiest Translation Since the Cotton Patch, January 5, 2000

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Peter Alexander - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Unvarnished New Testament: A New Translation From The Original Greek (Paperback)

Andy Gaus has created a snappy, fun-reading translation of the New Testament, that is bold, blunt, direct, sharp, at times rib-tickling and always bright. Anyone thinking that the Bible is difficult to read will have his mind changed after reading this translation. For a refreshing blast that's just a great read, this is the translation. Of great fun to read, especially aloud, is Paul's letter to the Galatians. Of course, as with all translations, there are parts where you'll wince a little, Gaus' is no exception. Nonetheless, this is a great read, a welcome addition to any library, and a great way to encounter the freshness of Christ's teachings.

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I read it!, December 7, 2003

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lucifer-dianus "lucifer-dianus" (Louisville KY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Unvarnished New Testament: A New Translation From The Original Greek (Paperback)

This rendition of the New Testament was so good, that I actually finished the whole thing for the first time, without it putting me to sleep. It was remarkably clear and readable. Another interesting facet of this book is that there is a purer translation of the gospels without the interference of church councils that interpret them through the myths of the church. This is a great book to read and to have.