American Standard Version
The American Standard Version (ASV) is not authored by a single individual but is a revered translation of the Bible that emerged in the early 20th century. First published in 1901, this version was crafted by a committee of scholars dedicated to providing an accurate and accessible translation of the Scriptures. The ASV was designed to be a faithful representation of the original texts, making it a significant milestone in biblical scholarship and an essential resource for readers seeking a deeper understanding of the Bible.
As you explore the American Standard Version in our app, you'll discover its clarity and reverence, which have made it a favorite among both scholars and lay readers alike. Whether you're looking to delve into ancient texts or simply seeking inspiration, the ASV offers a profound connection to the timeless messages of the Bible. We invite you to immerse yourself in its pages and find the wisdom that has resonated with countless individuals throughout the years.
Bible (ASV) NT 14: 2 Thessalonians
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The Second Epistle to the Thessalonians, also known as the Second Letter to the Thessalonians, is a book from the New Testament of the Chris…
Bible (ASV) 21: Ecclesiastes (version 2)
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"Ecclesiastes is a wisdom book of the Old Testament. The author represents himself as the son of David, and king over Israel in Jerusal…
Bible (ASV) 30: Amos
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"The Book of Amos is one of the books of the Nevi'im (Hebrew: "prophets") and of the Christian Old Testament. Amos is one of …
Bible (ASV) 35: Habakkuk
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Practically nothing is known about Habakkuk's personal history, except for what can be inferred from the text of his book, which consists of…
Bible (ASV) 17: Esther
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The book commences with a feast organized by Ahasuerus, initially for his court and dignitaries and afterwards for all inhabitants of Shusha…
Bible (ASV) 28: Hosea
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Hosea was the son of Beeri and a prophet in Israel in the 8th century BCE. He is one of the Twelve Prophets of the Jewish Hebrew Bible, also…
Bible (ASV) NT 26: Epistle of Jude
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The epistle is titled as written by "Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and a brother of James" NIV. If taken literally this means th…
Bible (ASV) NT 17: Titus
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The Epistle to Titus is a book of the canonic New Testament, one of the three so-called "pastoral epistles" (with 1 Timothy and 2 …
Bible (ASV) NT 18: Epistle to Philemon
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Paul, who is apparently in prison (probably in either Rome or Ephesus), writes to a fellow-Christian Philemon and two of his associates. Pau…
Bible (ASV) 29: Joel
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"The Book of Joel is part of the Jewish Tanakh, and also the Old Testament of the Christian Bible. Joel is part of a group of twelve pr…
Bible (ASV) 39: Malachi
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Malachi (or Malachias, מַלְאָכִי, Malʾaḫi, Mál'akhî) is a book of the Bible Old Testament and Jewish Tanakh, written by the pro…
Bible (ASV) 31: Obadiah
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"The Book of Obadiah is found in both the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament of the Christian Bible, where it is the shortest book, onl…
Bible (ASV) 13: 1 Chronicles
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The Books of Chronicles (Hebrew Divrei Hayyamim, דברי הימים, Greek Paralipomenon, Παραλειπομένων) are part of the Hebrew Bible (Jewish Tanak…
Bible (ASV) 33: Micah
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The book may be divided into three sections: Chapters 1–3 mainly consist of oracles of judgment. Chapters 4–5 of oracles of hope. Chapters 6…
Bible (ASV) 38: Zechariah
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Zechariah’s ministry took place during the reign of Darius the Great (Zechariah 1:1), and was contemporary with Haggai in a post-exilic worl…
Bible (ASV) 16: Nehemiah
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"The Book of Nehemiah, sometimes called the Second Book of Ezra, is a book of the Hebrew Bible. It is historically regarded as a contin…
Bible (ASV) 25: Lamentations
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The Book of Lamentations (Hebrew: אֵיכָה, Eikha, ʾēḫā(h)) is a book of the Bible Old Testament and Jewish Tanakh. It is traditionally read …
Bible (ASV) 15: Ezra
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The history of the first return of exiles, in the first year of Cyrus the Great (536 B.C.), till the completion and dedication of the new Te…
Bible (ASV) 22: Song of Solomon (version 2)
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The Song of Songs (Hebrew title שיר השירים, Shir ha-Shirim), is a book of the Hebrew Bible—Tanakh or Old Testament—one of the five megillot …
Bible (ASV) 37: Haggai
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The Book of Haggai is a book of the Tanakh (Hebrew Bible) and of the Old Testament, written by the prophet Haggai. It was written in 520 BC …