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Surely even the most casual observer must recognize the great changes that have taken place within the English language itself. Such developments have and continue to dictate that the changeless Word of God must nevertheless meet with accuracy, clarity and power the needs of a wide spectrum of groups with differing cultural backgrounds and educational levels. While one can find an occasional point of disagreement with any translation from the original texts, I know the translators and editors of the TNIV to be competent scholars who are concerned for the integrity of God's Word. Their careful work has produced a translation that takes its rightful place beside other versions of the Scriptures that are designed to meet the particular needs of a needy world.

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Dr. Richard D. Patterson
Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies, Liberty University