Gw robert aitken 17341802, a philadelphia printer, was born in scotland. We are all possessed of judgment and reason, and god intends us to employ them. Arno press, 1968, introduction to this aitken bible reprint. The devotional method of bible study involves taking a passage of the bible, large or small, and prayerfully meditating on it until the holy spirit shows you a way apply its truth to your own life in a way that is personal, practical, possible, and provable. The holy bible as printed by robert aitken and approved. Number in scripture its supernatural design and spiritual significance by e. Robert aitken 17341802, a philadelphia printer, was born in scotland. Robert aitkens bible was printed at his philadelphia print shop, using an early american movabletype press. New facsimile reproduction of robert aitkens 1782 printing of the king james version of the bible size. The aitken bible, published by robert aitken 17351802, was the first bible printed in english in north america. Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. The aitken bible was printed with the approval of congress.
A fine presence and a commanding voice, combined with untiring zeal and sympathy for others, concealed rashness of judgment. Aitken was born in scotland and immigrated to philadelphia in 1769, where he worked as a bookseller and publisher. In 1781, near the end of the american revolution, he petitioned congress to support his plans to print a bible in english. The bible was printed with the congressional resolution that stated that they did highly approve the pious and laudable undertaking of mr. The aitken bible and congressprior to the american revolution, the only english bibles in the colonies were imported either from europe or england.
Publication of the bible was regulated by the british government, and an english language bible could not be printed without a special license from the british government. In 1781, print shop owner robert aitken petitioned congress to approve a publication of the bible. Robert aitken 17341802 was a philadelphia printer and the first to publish an english language bible in the newly formed united states. On january 21, 1781, he petitioned congress for permission to print bibles, since there was a shortage in america due to the revolutionary war interrupting trade with england. Accordingly congress resolved to import 20,000 copies of the bible, which, however, was never done. Aitken received dharma transmission from koun yamada in 1985 but decided to live as a layperson. You will need to return frequently for the latest updates. Were here to help you lead a low carb lifestyle with our range of snacks and delicious recipes. He cofounded the honolulu diamond sangha in 1959 together with his wife, anne hopkins aitken. Imagine having a leaf from the first english bible printed in. Congress passed a resolution endorsing aitken s bible. This is an adobe acrobat pdf version of the end times putting the pieces in. The gutenberg bible consists of 1286 pages or 643 leaves and is bound in two volumes.
The first book of moses, called genesis genesis 1 the creation in the beginning god created the heaven and the earth. Aitkens bible, sometimes referred to as the bible of the revolution, is one of the rarest books in the world, with few copies still in existence today. With 1,500 editions of the bible in more than 150 languages, the bible collection at the library of congress offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness the bibles transformation over 800 years. To george washington from robert aitken, 9 june 1790. Early american bibles presbyterian historical society. It was in geneva where robert stephanus produced his greek text, more than twentytwo editions of the french bible, and numerous works by other notable men. The holy bible as printed by robert aitken and approved and recommended by the congress of the united states of america in 1782. January 2004 the text of the king james version kjv of the holy bible also called the authorized version av by some is in the public domain.
The new king james version nkjv is published as a modern. The names of all the books in the holy bible are given above. Called the bible of the revolution, robert aitkens little bible was small enough to fit into the coat pocket of the revolutionary war soldiers. Welcome to atkins uk, the original low carb experts. According to william federer, in his book americas. He emigrated to philadelphia in 1769, where he published the pennsylvania magazine, or american monthly museum in 177576. Originally printed by robert aitken in philadelphia condition. In 1782, the congressional chaplains approved of aitkens execution of the bible and congress recommended this edition of the bible to the inhabitants of the united states. The 1782 small duodecimo aitken bible kjv was a wholly american production. May 20, 2011 robert aitkens bible was printed at his philadelphia print shop, using an early american movabletype press.
The holy bible, containing the old and new testaments. Aitken, encouraged by the success of his testament. The truth is that robert aitken approached congress for an endorsement after he had printed the bible himself at his own expense. The centennial library page from an aitken bible is from a copy printed in philadelphia in 1782, robert aitkens first and only edition of the first english bible. On january 21, 1781, philadelphia printer robert aitken 17341802 petitioned congress to officially sanction a publication of the old and new testament that he was preparing at his own expense. Robert aitken, who was employed in printing them, is or may be. Mar 25, 2015 download niv study bible in pdf format take notes online, highlight verses and save notes.
Robert baker aitken 1917 2010 was the master of the diamond sangha, a zen buddhist society he founded in honolulu in 1959 with his late wife anne hopkins aitken. Geneva bible 1560 facsimile biblical heritage exhibit. Holy bible pdf download is available here for free. We live in a world shaped by false postenlightenment divisions between private personal faith and public political life.
The bible and politics six biblical studies on political power and authority thinking biblically about the exercise of power and authority in human communities is a major challenge for christians. Robert baker dairyu chotan aitken roshi june 19, 1917 august 5, 2010 was a zen teacher in the haradayasutani lineage. During this time of persecution, a new bible was born the geneva bible. Three more editions appeared in 1778, 1779 and 1781. Aitken s bible, sometimes referred to as the bible of the revolution, is one of the rarest books in the world, with few copies still in existence today. In 1781 aitken undertook to print the first complete english bible produced in america and sought the official sanction of congress for his edition. Robert aitken from the dictionary of national biography 18851900 aitkens services were often sought by the incumbents of other churches in large towns, and he was well known throughout england as a fervent preacher. Congress passed a resolution endorsing aitkens bible. The first bible printed in the english language in america. Use the link given in this article to download the holy bible pdf file. The translators of the bible wish grace, mercy, and peace, through. Our edition was reproduced from a copy of the 42line bible based on the earlier insel verlag facsimile leipzig, 1914, which was derived from the gutenberg copies at berlin and fulda considered the most beautifully illuminated of all known copies. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. The king james or the authorized version of the bible a short history of the book in english up through the 17th century a.
The holy bible as printed by robert aitken and approved and. The time was right for a bible for the peoplenot just for the pulpit or the pious. Robert aitkens bible the first english language bible kjv printed in. Robert aitken of philadelphia printed a new testament in 1777. The shortage of bibles during the revolutionary war could mostly be attributed to diminished trade with england.
This will aid the memory and add life to the course. Make, then, the greek testament an object of study. That bible approved by the founding fathers in congress was the first englishlanguage bible to be printed in america. A leaf from the first bible printed in the english language in america. For others similarly named, see the robert aitken navigation page.
This portion of the exhibit contains sixteen selected bibles from the librarys collections that document a history of western ideas, religion, art, printing, and illustration. He received his master of divinity from associated mennonite biblical seminary in 1981 and his doctor of philosophy in biblical theology from oxford university in 1986. Table of contents preface part i supernatural design. Download the bible, the holy quran, the mahabharata, and thousands of free pdf ebooks on buddhism, meditation, etc. The devotional method of bible study how to love god. Philadelphia printer robert aitken printed the first. On january 21, 1781, robert aitken petitioned congress for permission to print a complete bible for the american people. Robert aitkens bible was the first known englishlanguage bible to be printed in america, and also the only bible to receive congressional. To help ensure that the first bible people receive is one they understand, bible league internationals translations of the scriptures are written in everyday language. I plan to say more about nist sp 800 38a pdf this study bible as its august 25 release gets closer. Aitkens bible, sometimes referred to as the bible of the revolution, is one of the rarest books in the world, with few. Aitkens impressive credentials which included publishing the journals of congress and publishing numerous articles by thomas paine convinced the committee, and on september 10, 1782, aitken was give permission and financial support to print the first edition of.
The paper stock is a thick grade of woodpulp paper, as cotton was deemed to be too expensive for this production. Download niv study bible pdf free download real advice. He was commended by president george washington for providing americans with bibles during the embargo of imported english goods due to the revolutionary war. Bible leagues easytoread translations are available for free in pdf format for download below or visit our bible store to purchase available printed books. Presbyterian ministers such as francis alison petitioned the continental congress to obtain more good books, and congress responded by arranging to import 20,000 bibles from holland. We deliver the joy of reading in 100% recycled packaging with free standard shipping on u. After producing his famous dictionary, webster printed his own revision of the king james bible. Robert aitken then proceeded to print his bible, now known as the aitken bible or the bible of the revolution. The facsimile of the robert aitken kjv bible of 1782. The holy bible as printed by robert aitken and approved and recommended by the congress of the united states of america in 1782 aitken, robert on. Robert aitkens bible was the first known englishlanguage bible to be printed in america, and also the only bible to receive congressional approval. Robert aitkens 1782 bible was also the only bible ever authorized by the united states congress. Presbyterian ministers such as francis alison petitioned the continental congress to obtain more good books, and congress responded.
A large number of passages have come to be used in a conventional sense, which is not their real sense. In 1782, the congressional chaplains approved of aitken s execution of the bible and congress recommended this edition of the bible to the inhabitants of the united states. In the 1508 wycliffe translation of the bible into middle english, the greek word arsenokoites, often translated as homosexuals, was translated synn of sodom. A committee of congress passed the bible over to the chaplains who. Robert aitken books list of books by author robert aitken. Robert aitken bible the shortage of bibles during the revolutionary war could mostly be attributed to diminished trade with england. Robert aitken s bible was the first known englishlanguage bible to be printed in america, and also the only bible to receive congressional approval. The key to the success of this series is to never, ever let the air out of the balloon the battlestar galactica lives in a perpetual state of crisis, one in which the cylons can appear at any moment, and where terrorist bombs, murders, rebellions, accidents, and. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. This was the first and only bible ever to receive the formal blessing of congress.
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