The Inner Story of the New International Version

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The book explores the pivotal 1955 event in Portland, Oregon, that spurred the creation of the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible, which ultimately surpassed the King James Version in popularity. It details the collaborative effort of over a hundred scholars from diverse Christian backgrounds, highlighting their challenges and successes. Through the testimony of an original NIV translator, readers gain insight into the extensive labor—approximately two hundred thousand man-hours—dedicated to producing this transformative translation of the Scriptures.