Holy Bible English Translation DBY (DARBY BIBLE)

The Darby Bible (DBY): A Translation of Scholarly Precision

The Darby Bible (DBY), formally titled The Holy Scriptures: A New Translation from the Original Languages, is a highly respected literal translation primarily attributed to the influential Anglo-Irish scholar and theologian John Nelson Darby. The New Testament was first published in 1867, with the complete Bible, including the Old Testament, being released in 1890.

Darby’s primary objective was to provide a translation that was as close as possible to the original Hebrew and Greek manuscripts. Unlike other versions that prioritize poetic flow or modern readability, the DBY focuses on strict accuracy and “formal equivalence.” Darby sought to capture the precise nuances of the ancient texts, often providing a word-for-word rendering that reveals the underlying structure of the original languages. This meticulous approach has made the Darby Bible a favorite among scholars and serious students of the Word who seek to understand the exact meaning of the scriptures.

Having been published over a century ago, the Darby Bible is now entirely in the Public Domain. It is free from all copyright restrictions, allowing it to be openly shared and utilized by digital resources. It remains a powerful and academically rigorous tool for those who desire a deeper, uncompromising look at the biblical text through the eyes of one of the 19th century’s most dedicated biblical researchers.