Summary of "The WORST Bible Ever Created"
Video Summary
In the video titled "The WORST Bible Ever Created," the host delves into the controversial claims of Brian Simmons, who asserts that he was visited by Jesus in 2009 and tasked with creating a new translation of the Bible called the Passion Translation. Simmons describes a mystical experience where Jesus allegedly breathed on him, enhancing his brain capacity for biblical knowledge. The host humorously critiques Simmons' lack of linguistic qualifications and compares his claims to those of other religious figures who have made similar assertions, such as Joseph Smith and Charles Taze Russell.
The video highlights the differences between established Bible translations and the Passion Translation, which the host categorizes as a "sectarian translation." They emphasize the importance of scholarly work in biblical translations and point out the excessive length and bizarre wording in the Passion Translation, using examples to illustrate how it deviates from more traditional translations like the New Living Translation (NLT) and the English Standard Version (ESV).
In a comedic tone, the host lists outrageous claims made by Simmons, such as his wife levitating and his encounters with the "glory of God," which culminate in absurd scenarios, including fire shooting from his head. The video concludes with a strong condemnation of the Passion Translation, suggesting that Simmons would have been better suited to write fantasy novels given his imaginative storytelling.
Notable Personalities
- Brian Simmons
- Jesus (as referenced in Simmons' claims)
- Sid Roth (mentioned in relation to Simmons' interview)
- John and Lisa Bevere
- Michael W. Smith
- Bill Johnson
- Lauren Daigle
- Mike Winger (referenced for his critiques of the Passion Translation)
Category
Entertainment
