The Five Books of Moses: Being Volume the First of The Bible in Modern English, Translated Direct from the Hebrew, Chaldee, and Greek Languages Into English (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Ferrar Fenton

9780260479211: The Five Books of Moses: Being Volume the First of The Bible in Modern English, Translated Direct from the Hebrew, Chaldee, and Greek Languages Into English (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0260479217 ISBN 13: 9780260479211

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Fresh translation of the opening books of the Bible, made accessible in clear, modern English.

This edition presents the early Genesis text in a readable form, offering Ferrar Fenton’s aim to render sacred words intelligible for today’s readers. The translation reflects a careful, single‑handed effort, with notes on transliteration and a commitment to honesty about the work’s scope and possible errors.

The volume includes prefatory remarks and explanations about geography, language, and translation choices, helping readers understand the approach behind the text. It also presents the Genesis narrative in a continuous, reader‑friendly format, inviting quiet study and reflection.
What you’ll experience

Genesis and other opening books presented in modern English for easier access.
Insights into transliteration of names and places, and the translator’s rationale.
Preface notes that set expectations for interpretation and fidelity.
A steady, devotional‑yet‑practical tone suitable for study or casual reading.

Ideal for readers seeking a readable, historically informed English rendering of the Bible’s early books, and for anyone exploring how classic texts are made accessible today.

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