This article considers whether the Bible version The Message is worth reading, or using in a worship service.

This article reviews three Bible translations, in particular from a literary and stylistic perspective. These translations are the English Standard Version, NET Bible, and The Message. It considers the textual base, translation philosophy, format, etc.

Greek ideas and expressions have exercised an unmistakable influence on the wisdom literature and notably the Greek translation of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes. This paper compares the differences between the Masoretic text and the Septuagint, and forms conclusions on the attitudes of the translator that may have led to differences.