Posted on 08/19/2024 5:26:26 PM PDT by ransomnote
FReeper RedRyder_90 had an idea for a book club style thread on FR after we listened to several of the David Suchet Bible readings. I think it's a great idea. If no one else is interested, she and I will share our comments.
I understand that threads discussion religion, or in this case, the version of the Bible read (NIV), can become wild west style bar brawls.
So I would preface my comments by suggesting that the thread be a religion thread in which brawls have to be taken outside it.
I see James Earl Jones reads the KJV - perhaps that could be another companion thread, or perhaps....*looks around as if inviting doom* those reading selections from either version might share a thread. *looks around for those preparing to throw a barstool*
Seriously, I have zero interest in arguing over....anything regarding this book-club Bible reading. My focus is spiritual. Perhaps a separate thread from the Bible book club thread, wherein chairs can be thrown could be made? Those who wish to debate translations etc. could focus on that thread. We could post an image of Roman Gladiators to help readers know if they're on the right thread?
Those who don't want to listen could read along in their own Bible and comment, if so inclined.
Personally, I was very impressed with the first in the series of actor David Suchet's Bible readings (The Holy Book of St. John on RUMBLE) because he portrayed the emotions of those in the Bible to such an extent I felt as if I were there among the crowd hearing the apostles.
I think the rest in Suchet's series are audio only. He reads the entire Bible.
There are various sources for those interested in David Suchet's readings.
Bible Gateway: I discovered that Bible Gateway has many spoken translations, including David Suchet's. I don't know at a glance how to select the passage. I did start with Genesis and was pleased it automatically continued to the next chapter without my intervention.
https://www.Biblegateway.com/audio/suchet/nivuk/Gen.1
Rumble: I see some of Suchet's Bible readings on Rumble but I haven't found a tidy collection of them - they are spread out, hosted by various RUMBLE channels. But perhaps we could find the links needed for the whole collection on Rumble?
Audible: I came across a nice article about the David Suchet readings on the following website.
https://theimaginativeconservative.org/2022/05/listening-Bible-david-suchet-michael-de-sapio.html
Writer Michael de Sapio writes:
Mr. Suchet’s complete recording of the Bible is available as an audio download; you can also obtain separately such parts of the Bible as the New Testament, the Poetry Books, or the Epistles. Mr. Suchet reads the New International Version, a translation which he admits will not please everyone. (At least it’s better than a 1970s paraphrase Bible I once owned. “Judge not lest ye be judged” was rendered as “Go easy on others.”)
I don't know what it's like to use Audible so this is not a recommendation. It's an option for those who either know what they are doing, or are in fact, willing to venture into the unknown.
For those who already have an Audible Account (via Amazon), David Suchet's entire Bible reading collection is available to members for '1 credit' or about $18. Clicking de Sapio's link shows that Audible is running a promotion to the end of the month (August 2024) wherein a person without an audible account could, if they so choose, pay $1 per month for each of the first 3 months of membership, cancel anytime, and then buy Suchet's collected Bible readings with '1 credit'. I don't recommend what I have not used; proceed at your own risk (or sense of adventure).YOUTUBE: The most common, free source of David Suchet's Bible readings is Youtube. However it pays to know what YOUTUBE's security risks are these days - YOUTUBE is owned by Google and at present, just clicking on a YOUTUBE link launches spyware onto your machine that can't be removed other than by re-installing your operating system. I guess we should expect this from Google in an election year? When you click on a YOUTUBE link, the spyware grabs passwords from all tabs open in your browser.A Freeper posted about the issue and I am thinking I should go through that thread and make a 'users guide' style set of instructions in a stand alone thread which explain how to prevent this maurading raid on your privacy. If you've already been infected then those instructions won't help unless you also re-install your operating system.Google is virtually everywhere, and websites like gmail, which it also owns, seem to have the same problem. Google did this before a few years ago (anyone know if it was an election year?) and was shamed out of it. It's probably had every password I've ever had for years. But, the Google 'problem' is back as of the date of the FReeper's thread.
Google is at it again, new YouTube security threat
If anyone has any insights, or interest in participating, please contribute. I've never done this before so anyone who has ever lead this kind of shared reading/listening experience online - please speak up, possibly even volunteer (oops...I just said the quiet part out loud!!!)
It might be nice if there's a separate KJV reading thread moving at the same reading pace as an NIV thread - we could tour both as we complete selections. Just sayin' I seek a flame-free experience.
It’s funny that there are no Catholics on this thread putting in their 2 cents about a Protestant Bible study. I wish Catholics were afforded the same courtesy. IJS….
In the General/Chat forum, on a thread titled Anyone Interested in a Book Club style thread wherein we listen and comment on David Suchet's reading of the NIV Bible?, Indy Pendance wrote: Something similar is online.
Navigators Bible Reading Plan
https://www.navigators.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/navigators-bible-reading-plan.pdfInteresting. Thank you for the link- I love it for my own use.
I'm not yet sure how to incorporate its ideas into David Suchet's readings because they skip around by verse, although Bible Gateway's website would help those reading and not listening to his videos. I see Navigators advises individuals reading through the bible to set 25 reading assignments per month so peeps don't get frustrated falling behind. Good idea, but I'm still vague on how to adapt this great reading-alone guide to listening/commenting together format. I'll keep looking at it.
I discovered that Bible Gateway's audio link allows you to choose chapter and verse easily - why did I not see this before.
In the General/Chat forum, on a thread titled Anyone Interested in a Book Club style thread wherein we listen and comment on David Suchet's reading of the NIV Bible?, Prince of Space wrote: It’s funny that there are no Catholics on this thread putting in their 2 cents about a Protestant Bible study. I wish Catholics were afforded the same courtesy. IJS….
This thread is for those who might enjoy David Suchet's reading of the NIV Bible. Note that there are many protestant versions of the Bible and some on this thread object to this particular version, or prefer the KJV. They likely won't join us, but could start their own thread if they wish. It's simply not possible to please everyone.
I think this is a great opportunity for you to start a thread for Catholics to enjoy.
I use bible gateway for looking up. It’s pretty handy. There are about 1200 chapters in the entire bible. You’ll figure out a plan. Maybe post a monthly thread with the reading plan for the month.
In the General/Chat forum, on a thread titled Anyone Interested in a Book Club style thread wherein we listen and comment on David Suchet's reading of the NIV Bible?, Indy Pendance wrote: I use bible gateway for looking up. It’s pretty handy. There are about 1200 chapters in the entire bible. You’ll figure out a plan. Maybe post a monthly thread with the reading plan for the month.
Thank you for the helpful suggestion! :D
My cousin uses something called youversion. It’s a phone app, You might want to check that out.
Honestly, I feel lucky having never met Protestants like those who populate this forum, in real life.
Yours might be the better method.
Rather than focus on the the readers style, focus on the text such as a book, a chapter, or even sections...I believe book by book.it’s better, because they have larger unified themes for discussion, thereby building one another up.
Maybe rotate leaders for each book, who will lead by laying out a reading/listening plan and with each part such as instruction, body section and summary with discussion questions. Maybe a new leader choosen by simple vote, after the freeper offers to do so. The first leader and book...vote on how to begin that too maybe.
The catch will be the hobby horse riders (we know who they are here at fr) who will try to cause dissension & division. This must be considered in advance. Maybe like a caucus thread with declared boundaries of behavior.
In the General/Chat forum, on a thread titled Anyone Interested in a Book Club style thread wherein we listen and comment on David Suchet's reading of the NIV Bible?, Indy Pendance wrote: My cousin uses something called youversion. It’s a phone app, You might want to check that out.
Will do! Thank you!
I too do not want to join in any debates... those are counter productive. Not sure I can keep up as I have been extremely busy as of late ( senior citizen here caring for my 95 year old sis).. but I would LOVE to be a part from time to time if that is okay. God Bless You.
NIV? Naaaa....
I am interested please.
I would be interested in this, but my participation might be limited. I did listen to the whole Bible, read by David Suchet, and it was one of the greatest things I’ve ever done. He is perfect throughout. The book of Job is as good as a play, and I bet when he read Leviticus he’d only do 2 or 3 verses a day, because he never tires, and it’s tiring!
Did not know that James Earl Jones read the KJV, that is pretty amazing and I know another person who will be happy to find this out!
Formally casting my vote to hear JEJ read the KJV when we get to the 23rd Psalm!
I’ll give it a go.
Yep, realized it right after I posted.
I am going with that idea ransomnote.
Some will not have the same amount of time.
Use whichever version and just.
I like David Suchet for Old Testament reading and maybe JEJ for the New Testament?
Anymore ideas.
I have never participated in a book club before and al of this would be new to me too!
Sounds good
I tried searching but find no evidence that Fishburne has done a narration.
Yes. SOme on the thread will be watching David Suchet’s videos or listening to his recordings of the books of the bible and others will be reading their own bibles for the assigned reading.
I’m glad you’re interested and have added your name to an ‘interested so far’ list. :D
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