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Access insights alongside any verse. Go ad-free & explore Scripture with 60+ study tools—for as low as $4.17/mo. Try Bible Gateway Plus free! close account Log In/Sign Up show menu Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) Version Bible Book List Bible Book List Font Size Font Size Passage Resources Hebrew/Greek Your Content PreviousNextAdd parallelPrint Page OptionsListen to Colossians 3:23-2423 Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically,a]">[a] as something done for the Lord and not for men,A)">(A) 24 knowing that you will receive the reward of an inheritance from the Lord. You serve the Lord Christ. Read full chapterFootnotesColossians 3:23 Lit do it from the soul Cross references3:23 : Eph 6:7 NextColossians 2Colossians 4Next dropdown Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)Copyright © 1999, 2000, 2002, 2003, 2009 by Holman Bible Publishers, Nashville Tennessee. All rights reserved. Bible Gateway RecommendsThe HCSB One Minute Bible: The Heart of the Bible Arranged into 366 One-Minute Readings - eBookOur Price: $8.99Buy NowThe Team Bible: Undefeated - eBookOur Price: $14.99Buy NowThe One Minute Bible Day by Day: A Year of Readings - eBookOur Price: $14.99Buy NowThe Athlete's Bible: Undefeated - eBookOur Price: $24.99Buy NowHCSB Study Bible for Kids, Dinosaur - eBookOur Price: $8.99Buy NowHCSB iStand One Minute Bible - eBookOur Price: $7.99Buy NowView more titles

To strike a balance between faithfulness to the original text and readability for modern audiences.Debates around gender-inclusive languageAnother area of controversy surrounding the CSB is the use of gender-inclusive language. Critics argue that the CSB’s translation decisions regarding gender-neutral terms can be seen as compromising the integrity of the original text.They contend that the use of gender-inclusive language can blur the intended meaning of certain passages and lead to theological implications. However, supporters of the CSB argue that the translation team has made careful and intentional decisions in order to promote inclusivity without sacrificing the accuracy and clarity of the biblical message.When examining the criticisms and controversies surrounding the Christian Standard Bible, it is important to consider multiple perspectives and engage in thoughtful dialogue. Ultimately, the choice of Bible translation is a personal one, and individuals should select a version that aligns with their theological beliefs and resonates with their understanding of the scriptures.Criticism of the CSB’s Textual BasisBased on the Holman Christian Standard BibleOne of the main criticisms of the Christian Standard Bible (CSB) is that it is based on the Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB), which itself has faced criticism in the past. Some scholars argue that the HCSB is not a reliable translation due to its use of non-traditional renderings and interpretations of certain biblical texts.Critics claim that this approach deviates from the accepted standards of biblical translation and may introduce bias or inaccuracies into the CSB.However, it is important to note that the HCSB has also been praised for its clarity and readability. Proponents argue that the CSB’s basis on the HCSB allows for a more accessible and understandable translation of the biblical text, particularly for modern readers.They believe that this approach helps to bridge the gap between the ancient context of the Bible and the

A title, is substituted for "Messiah"). This is usually helpful, but such interpretations built into a translation can at times be misleading.The Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB) The HCSB, first published in 1999, uses a translational philosophy called "optimal equivalence." Where a word-for-word translation is not clear in English, they will opt for a phrase-for-phrase translation. The translation incorporates new manuscript discoveries, as well as contains many important translational footnotes. The HCSB is a nice alternative to choosing between a formal equivalence and dynamic equivalence translation.English Standard Version (ESV) The ESV, published in 2001, is the newest and most up-to-date formal equivalent translation. The ESV has eliminated the stilted English of translations like the NASB, while maintaining the literary excellence of translations like the KJV. Even though the ESV is a new translation, it maintains some of the theological terms that have systematically developed in English (e.g., justification, sanctification and propitiation). The ESV has also consistently translated specific terms in the original language to make theological developments easier to follow, and English concordance searches more accurate. Like the KJV, it has many unforgettable expressions, suitable for memorizing.New English Translation (NET) The net Bible was published in 2005. The net has all the earmarks of a great translation. At times, it is more accurate than the NASB, more readable than the NIV, and more elegant than either. It is clear and eloquent, while maintaining the meaning of the original. In addition, the notes are a genuine gold mine of information, unlike those found in any other translation. The net aims to be gender-neutral. The net Bible is the Bible behind the bibles. It's the one that many modern translators use to help them work through the original language and express their meaning in literate English. I would highly recommend that each English-speaking Christian put this Bible on their shopping list.New World Translation Finally, a word should be said about the New World Translation by the Jehovah's Witnesses. Due to the sectarian bias of the group, as well as to the lack of genuine biblical scholarship, I believe that the New World