The Problem with Literal-Only Bible Reading. Why God Gave Us More Than One Way to Communicate Truth. Few mistakes have caused more confusion in biblical interpretation than the assumption that every passage of Scripture must be read in the exact same way. While Christians rightly affirm that the Bible is true, many unintentionally adopt a method that treats every sentence as if it were intended to function as straightforward historical prose.

The Lexham English Bible (LEB) is a relatively new translation, first released in 2010 by Logos Bible Software. Unlike older English versions rooted in denominational projects, the LEB was designed as a digital-first Bible, intended to work seamlessly with Logos’ tools and resources. It positions itself as a highly transparent, study-oriented translation that helps readers see the underlying Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek more clearly than most mainstream versions.

What Language Was the Bible Originally Written In? One of the most common misconceptions about the Bible is that it was originally written in Latin. Others assume it was all Hebrew, while some argue for Aramaic or even claim the New Testament was first written in Hebrew or Syriac (the Peshitta). The truth is more complex—but also more secure. The Bible was written over many centuries, by dozens of authors, in a few key languages.

The Message (MSG): A Contemporary Paraphrase. The Message (MSG), created by Eugene Peterson and released in segments between 1993 and 2002, is one of the most popular modern paraphrases of the Bible. Peterson, a pastor and scholar in biblical languages, wrote it with the intent of making Scripture vivid and accessible in everyday conversational English.