A New English Translation of the Septuagint (NETS) is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to fully understand the history of this ancient and influential work. The Septuagint is the Greek translation of Jewish sacred writings. It became Holy Writ to Greek-speaking Jews and was the Bible of the early Christians. Scholars both ancient and modern have looked to the Septuagint for information about the nature of Biblical texts and how to understand words and passages. A New English Translation of the Septuagint allows modern, English speakers — whether brand new to Greek or seasoned linguists — to mine the riches of the Septuagint.

Features:

Faithful Translation: Meaning and mode of expression are honored in NETS.

Copious Introductions and Notes: Both principles of translation and the nature of individual texts are highlighted and given attention.

Comprehensive Resource: NETS allows synoptic study of Hebrew and Greek texts of the Bible.

Ideal Tool for Parallel Study: NETS shines in the Olive Tree app when used in parallel with Hebrew-based translations. Discover the inspired layers of meaning when comparing texts side-by-side.

Endorsement

“A fresh and timely translation of the Septuagint. I enthusiastically endorse this new translation. All those involved in this admirable project are to be congratulated for their contribution to raising Septuagint studies to the level of intensity and interest achieved by its sister fields of the Hebrew OT and the Greek NT.”
— Radu Gheorghita, Journal of the Evangelical Theology Society

Nota Bene

More often than not, you will navigate to the verse that you intend to see. However, there a few places with variances. We take you to the Rahlfs LXX reference in NETS to improve your experience in the app. If you choose to do a parallel study with the LXX and NETS, using Ralhfs LXX allows the resources to stay in sync while you scroll. Additionally, we want to let you know that Rahlfs LXX does append the “Additions to Esther” to the book of Esther. We have done the same.

If you have any further questions about how NETS works in the Olive Tree Bible App, contact our support team.