Verse, translations used to show our similarities

"This translation of the New Testament (12 years in the making) was done by a team of 26 dedicated local people, (all from different churches) all native speakers of Hawaii Pidgin in the islands.

"They worked from the original Greek, with the help of Wycliffe Bible translators, and also referred to English translations and to commentaries supplied by the United States Societies and others. It is intended for those speakers of the Hawaii Pidgin language (sometimes called Hawaii Creole English) who find the English Bible difficult to understand.

"This is why this translations uses a heavier rural Pidgin than is normal for urban speakers.

"It should also be noted that the Pidgin language differs slightly in different parts of the island chain, just as standard English differs slightly in different parts of the U.S. mainland. The Pidgin used in this translation, though heavy, leans toward a common form that is understood in most areas where many people speak the language. It has been examined for clarity by people for O'ahu, the Big Island, Maui and Kaua'i."

So Dave, I think you missed the point. It was not my intent to "leave a negative impression," offend or mock when I used 2 Timothy 3:16 as an example verse from Da Jesus Book.

I used the verse as an illustration that most translations say the same thing.

It was not meant to offend so please accept my apologies to you and our ohana if you took offense.

There are many different translations of the Bible out there and it is my understanding that there is also a "biker" and "rap" translation of the New Testament as well.

So if any of you know where I can get a copy of either translation, please let me know, it would be most appreciated. Time is too short so it's a good thing to get the good news out there in different matters of speech so that all societies within our culture can read for themselves how great God's love and grace is for us.

PAMELA MULLIGAN

Sandpoint