How We Get Our English Bible

Understanding About Different Versions

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How do we get the English Bible into our hands? Dr. Picirilli provides useful insight to answer that question. This book is full of excellent information as the author explores how early versions of the Scripture were produced. He gives a thorough explanation of how the Word of God in written form has been preserved throughout generations while maintaining its authenticity and reliability.

Robert E. Picirilli is an author, retired college professor and a historian for the Free Will Baptist denomination. Picirilli received his B.A. from Welch College in 1953. Graduate studies were completed at Bob Jones University where he received the M.A. in theology in 1955 and the Ph.D. in New Testament text in 1963. He was awarded the honorary Doctor of Divinity degree by Bob Jones University in 1967.

Dr. Picirilli’s teaching career began at Welch College in 1955. He taught New Testament Greek and Interpretation for 47 years. He served as Professor, Registrar, and Academic Dean on the undergraduate level as well as serving as Professor and Academic Dean for the graduate program at his alma mater. Published works from Dr. Picirilli include Book of Galatians; Romans; Paul the Apostle; Grace, Faith, Free Will; Contrasting Views of Salvation: Calvinism and Arminianism; and Discipleship: The Expression of Saving Faith. He not only serves as the General Editor for The Randall House Bible Commentary, but has also authored several of the commentaries on 1 and 2 Peter, 1 and 2 Thessalonians, Ephesians, Philippians, 1 and 2 Corinthians, and Mark.

Dr. Picirilli has been active in the Evangelical Theological Society where he has presented papers and held all of the offices in the Southeastern Section. He is a frequent contributor to denominational publications and professional theological journals.