It is worth reading Carson's "The Inclusive Language Debate" as well, but you will find his writing style less user-friendly.

One highlight from Strauss' book is his discussion of the translation of ANTHROPOI and ADELPHOI. Earlier Bible translations almost always rendered these words as "men" and "brothers." But it is sometimes obvious that the words are meant to include women as well. At other times it is not so easy to determine. For instance, were women allowed to participate in the selection in Acts 6:3? Did the Samaritan woman only tell all the men about Jesus, or did she speak to women too, in John 4:28?

It would be helpful if Strauss and Carson could update their books to deal with the TNIV and other Bibles completed since their books were published in 1998.

Anyway, Strauss approaches the issue of gender-neutral translation from the standpoint of a complementarian who has a very high view of Scripture. He definitely does NOT have a feminist agenda. He actually identifies merits of the gender-neutral translation process that help make God's eternal truth more understandable in today's culture.

Particularly of help to me was his detailed description of the translation process. A gender-oriented Hebrew or Greek word can be used in a variety of different ways in the ancient manuscripts, just as a gender-oriented word can be used in a variety of different ways in modern English. Strauss emphasizes the struggle sincere, conservative scholars have with gender-related issues as they pursue Biblical ACCURACY, not feminist APPEASEMENT.

I'm still not happy with the way the release of the TNIV has been handled, and I don't agree with the need to be as gender-inclusive as the CBT translators have been. Strauss' work has helped me greatly, however, to understand the motives of the "other side." It has also opened my eyes to the truth that there is actually some merit to gender-neutral translation when it is done for the sake of communicating clearly the original message of the author, and not for the sake of advancing a particular theological or political agenda.

If you're struggling with the TNIV as I have done, I strongly recommend you purchase this book.

As it turns out, Mark Musa's translation of Inferno is fantastic. Each chapter begins with a very brief but informative synopsis, followed by the prose, then finally capped off my Musa's notes on the text. Musa's notes give backgroud on all of the characters and situations that take place throughout the story. These notes are a MUST for any newcomer to Dante and classical literature in general. So, not only is there the original text in English for us non-Italian speakers, but there are notes to increase the readers comprehension.

Dante is guided by the author of the Aeneid, Virgil. Virgil takes Dante through the Nine Levels of Hell to show him the pain and suffering of all those who do not love and follow God. Dante learns a great deal on this journey as does the reader.

Mark Musa's translation of Dante is smooth, entertaining, and very informative. Anyone interested in Christianity, Hell, famous Greeks, and classical literature should definitely indulge themselves as this translation is not overwhelming in the slightest. Five stars across the board.

If you, like me, are intimidated by Dante but are interested in these great works of Western Literature, you now have an accessible translation of the Divine Comedy. Musa's translation communicates the divinity of the events in the story on an understandable level. The Divine Comedy colored my perception of religion and helped me to a new understanding of the harmony of responsibility and grace. The work also educates the reader in an enriching way about the belief system of the middle ages.

Don't miss this book and don't read any other translation.

This book appeals to outdoor persons of course, but the humor will not be lost on anyone.

I was psyched to read this book simply because of the title, even though when I skimmed through it in the store it looked great. This book is one of the best books I have read when it comes to every aspect of nutrition and health, all rolled into one. I was very impressed.

I agree with the authors views 100% on how man is killing man, and his advice on how to counteract the craziness is exceptional. I would recommend this book to anyone who stumbles upon this review.

Empty Harvest is a "wake-up call" for us to start changing our destructive ways, or poor physical and mental health and disease will dominate our lives into the 21st Century and beyond!

By following many of the guidelines in Empty Harvest (especially eating foods grown in nutrient rich soils & taking plant derived major & trace mineral supplements from organic sources), we can maintain or regain optimum health.

Anyone who thinks they are getting all the essential vitamins and minerals they need from the produce section at their local supermarket needs to read Empty Harvest TODAY!

The biblography needs some getting used to but when you understand it you will find this book a good companion.