This book is not inspired by God and is not part of the Christian canon or the Jewish Tanakh. It is shown only for historical and study purposes. View full explanation 2 Maccabees 2:30 - New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 202130 It is the duty of the original historian to occupy the ground, to discuss matters from every side, and to take trouble with details, See the chapterMore versionsCommon English Bible30 The duty of the first author of the history is to occupy the ground, to explore the subject fully, and to inquire closely into the details in particular. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version30 For, just as the architect of a new house will have concern for the entire structure, and, in truth, he who takes care to paint it will seek out what is fitting to adorn it, so also should such things be considered by us. See the chapterDouay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version30 For as the master builder of a new house must have care of the whole building: but he that taketh care to paint it, must seek out fit things for the adorning of it: so must it be judged for us. See the chapterGood News Translation (US Version)30 The historian must master his subject, examine every detail, and then explain it carefully, See the chapterWorld English Bible - American English Edition - without Strong's Numbers30 To occupy the ground, and to indulge in long discussions, and to be curious in particulars, is fitting for the first author of the history; See the chapter |