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The Inclusive Bible: The First Egalitarian Translation Paperback – March 16, 2009

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While this new Bible is certainly an inclusive-language translation, it is much more: it is a re-imagining of the scriptures and our relationship to them. Not merely replacing male pronouns, the translators have rethought what kind of language has built barriers between the text and its readers. Seeking to be faithful to the original languages, they have sought new and non-sexist ways to express the same ancient truths. The Inclusive Bible is a fresh, dynamic translation into modern English, carefully crafted to let the power and poetry of the language shine forth—particularly when read aloud—giving it an immediacy and intimacy rarely found in traditional translations of the Bible. The Inclusive Bible contains both the Old and the New Testaments.

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Sheed & Ward
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March 16, 2009
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7.08 x 1.43 x 10.05 inches
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1580512135
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978-1580512138
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Praise for the translation by Priests for Equality:The text reads smoothly and beautifully, betraying no other agenda than a faithful rendition. -- Anne E. Carr, University of Chicago Divinity School

Intended to free the text . . . from sexist language, gender bias, and social stereotyping [and] to allow for a full expression of contemporary spiritual struggles and changing social roles. Created with a deep respect for, and scholarly reliance on, original Hebrew and Greek texts, this translation transcends a mere substitution of pronouns and avoids hewing to any 'politically correct' line. Rather, it seeks to open the language of Scripture to interpretation and reflection by those persons, be they women or men, who wish to explore how the [Bible] can guide and inform their spiritual development or renew their faith. ― National Catholic Reporter

Praise for the translation by Priests for Equality:These translations . . . are as poetic as they are inclusive, as lyrical as they are faithful. ― Waterwheel

The text is accessible and relevant to contemporary readers, and this reviewer found the inclusive language invitingly nonobvious. ― Library Journal

The present volume heralds the completion of a momentous work. This version follows the order of the Roman Catholic canon, which includes the deuterocanonical books. ― The Bible Today

Article mentions book in F.Y.I. section. ― The Jersey Journal

Although this Bible is certainly an inclusive-language translation, it is also much more: It is a re-imagining of the Scriptures and our relationship to them. Not merely replacing male pronouns, the translators have rethought what kind of language has built barriers between the text and its readers. Seeking to be faithful to the original languages, they have sought new and nonsexist ways to express the same ancient truths. The Inclusive Bible is a fresh dynamic translation of the bible into modern English, carefully crafted to let the power and poetry of the language shine forth, particularly when read aloud, giving it an immediacy and intimacy rarely found in traditional translations.
― Bible Editions and Versions

This version of scripture is an important book. It raises in stark form the question of how Christians are to use as foundational a scripture that is fundamentally sexist and hierarchical. I encourage the use of this version for personal Bible reading, as one central version for adult Bible study, and, perhaps most importantly, for use at times in public worship. ― Anglican and Episcopal History

About the Author

Priests for Equality is a movement of women and men throughout the world—laity, religious and clergy—who work for the full participation of women and men in church and society. A project of the Quixote Center in Brentwood, Maryland, Priests for Equality is a grass-roots organization committed to creating a culture where sexism and exclusion are left behind and equality and full participation are the order of the day.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Sheed & Ward; unknown edition (March 16, 2009)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 808 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1580512135
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1580512138
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.96 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.08 x 1.43 x 10.05 inches

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Samuel K Jones

Great new translation

Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2023

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Offers an excellent inclusive reading of scripture. Very helpful voice among the varieties of translations available. I'm finding it quite useful.

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Allie Heeter

A wonderful resource

Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2018

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I was first introduced to this translation of the Bible while working as a Chaplain at a hospital where we were made to be intentional in our use of inclusive language with the patients. At first, I was skeptical of this translation as, being a seminary student on the path to Priestly ordination, I worried the desire to make the terminology inclusive would only happen by sacrificing accuracy.
After exploring this Bible there, I needed to purchase it for myself and for my own library. This translation may not have the same beauty as the King James translation, and it may not be as wholly accurate as the New Revised Standard Version, or the New International Version, and it may not be as approachable to the masses as translations like The Message. Even so, it accomplished finding that desirable balance between accuracy and intentional use of language. In a world where many people have been severely damaged and hurt by the overall Christian church, particularly regarding sexuality and gender roles in addition to patriarchal domination, this translation is so necessary. By having this translation available to show that the Bible is just as compelling and Godly without gender and hierarchy flowing through the whole narrative can so help to allow those previously hurt find comfort in the church. God is not gendered, the spirit is not gendered, and all of humanity is a Creation of God regardless of gender, and so it is incredibly powerful to have a translation of the Bible which shows these realities. Now, I'm not saying I will be seeking to replace scripture readings in all worship with this translation, but I certainly will use it as a tool to explore how various translations compare to one another. Also, I will be using this translation, in addition to many others, in some worship services where I feel they are appropriate.

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Christina

Excellent translation work

Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2010

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This is excellent work from a group of translators committed to accuracy. The translation reflects the work of other ministers and theologians I have read who translate directly from the Hebrew and Greek, including John Temple Bristow and J.R. Hyland.

The translation is true to original wording. Where the word for people is in masculine form, this translation maintains masculine pronouns and nouns. Where the word for God is actually "Lord", it is maintained. However, where the word for people indicates both genders, as in "humankind" or "daughters and sons", it is translated as such rather than using unnecessarily inaccurate terms such as "mankind". In the O.T., the Hebrew names for God are used rather than presumptuously using masculine nouns and pronouns. Each term that is used to refer to God in the N.T. is translated to reflect the exact attributes inferred by the Aramaic or Greek term, rather than defaulting to masculine implications where there are none. Most importantly, where the Spirit of God is referred to in female terms, such as the nouns and verbs used to describe the Spirit of God's role in the creation process, the personification of "Wisdom" in Proverbs, or the Spirit descending like a dove on Jesus, this is indicated by wording or by footnote.

Far from being an exercise in "political correctness", this translation is very fair and uses a broader array of nouns and pronouns to refer to God and people than other more simplified versions do, in the spirit of exercising precision of work. Which, after all, is the point of such work in the first place.

The result provides a fuller image of God and of the community of believers that seek God than other translations allow for. In addition, many other non-controversial passages in Paul's letters are translated in such a way that makes more sense and comes across as much more loving in attitude.

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Gary Thomas Smith

A Great and INCLUSIVE Bible

Reviewed in the United States on February 29, 2020

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I love all the clearly conservative, traditional, old school, one-star, “your going to go to hell reviews”. It clearly shows how many Christians continue to have a high need to decide who is in and who is out, who is “worthy” and who is not. In my own church and denomination (the United Church of Christ) we use a variety of translations depending on the Sunday. We even sometimes use multiple versions of the same reading in the same Service from different translations because people hear Scripture differently. Certainly God is capable of speaking to us through a variety of translations; so we really don’t need to legislate what is “right” and what is “wrong” (unless we are trying to be God ourselves). So kudos to the creators of this version of Scripture for choosing to be inclusive. Thank you for a readable text that offers people the opportunity to draw closer to their Creator. And if you’re part of a church that bashes this translation, or demands only one version of Scripture, then I encourage you to ask yourselves whether it’s helping your church grow. I know my church is growing thanks to the kind of inclusiveness this bible promotes.

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IamKiva

Love this version - but it is small print

Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2022

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I really do like this version… and will use it for adding color and depth to my studies… however, it won’t probably be my “go to” for study. Also, the print is pretty small for these old eyes. But it does add a new sense of awe to some passages- it is a worthy addition to one’s study resources

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Julia Hogan

Egalitarian

Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2023

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Love this bible. It’s inclusive so I don’t have to waste energy putting a different pronoun in.

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grainne m mchale

Fantastic!!! Simple, clear and inclusive.

Reviewed in Canada on June 11, 2021

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I've gotten a few translations of bibles and have to say that this one is remarkable. Previous male-oriented translations caused a huge barrier for me and the level of comfort in assimilating meaning as a woman and produced feelings of anxiety and inferiority, especially in childhood which damaged interpretation. This book is not only inclusive and gender neutral in critical areas, it's also written in an easily accessible modern language, removing a great barrier in assimilating the meaning. It's such a breath of fresh air and a relief to read! I love it and have to recommend it as an essential addition to your biblical study regardless of gender, gender identification, age, level of knowledge or otherwise. It would be a great bible to read with kids. Very grateful to have come across this publication. It's helping me greatly in my studies as a theology student.

6 people found this helpful

Mark

A lovely translation

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 11, 2021

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I bought this mainly because I wanted a Bible that avoids mistranslating Greek and Hebrew to give mistaken ideas about the role of women and men in the Bible. I found it is, though, a lovely translation in general which is a pleasure to read. I recommended it to the online Friends' Meeting that I attend

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CG

Not just inclusive

Reviewed in Australia on October 21, 2020

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Not just inclusive, this is a fresh translation in many ways. While I have my reservations about some of the translation decisions taken, it's a great version to read alongside others.

Joe

Highly recommended!

Reviewed in Canada on July 4, 2018

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Highly readable, academically rigorous, and theologically legitimate. Of course it's a different take on Scripture than the classic/popular translations, but that's the point--and the scholarly work here shows the bias inherent in those translations as well. Highly recommended!

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Lee Duffield-Simm

Easy to read but not massively different

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 12, 2013

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I bought this expecting some amazing literary gymnastics.The IB is definitely a 'woman-friendly' Bible and it was refreshing to see the Holy Spirit referred to in the feminine.The controversial anti-gay passages in Leviticus have been reworked to include lesbians as well as gay men as being an abomination!Inclusive yes,but not quite how I imagined!Overall though a very good translation,a fair-sized book too so very easy to read.

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