The Fascinating Story behind RED LETTER BIBLES

Have you ever wondered where the idea of Red Letter Bibles came from? This short video tells the story behind one of the most popular innovations in Bible history! ⬇️ Leave a comment below to let me know what you think or ask any questions you have!

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0:00 Intro
1:02 History
3:25 Theology
6:15 Conclusion

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[markwardonwords]

Didn’t know the story. Helpful and concise!

[crucifiedlife]

I agree with Louis Klospch. I think it enhances the scripture and does not take away from the importance of anything. I have several that are not red letter, but I really prefer the red letter text.

[ScottJ]

As you read from Klopsch's preface I was struck by his obvious view of the wholeness of Scripture. Seems so many today want to break it apart into fragments.

[MrGhostwolf]

I love red letter bibles. There are very few if any premium editions or study Bibles available in red letter, especially more modern translations.

[mattconstance]

A great insight in to the history of Red Letter Bibles. Thanks Tim

[artistocracy]

Hi Tim, black letter is my preference, however Schuyler, in my opinion, have the most legible of red letters because they use a darker red tone than most bibles. Due to my visual impairment in one eye, the ability to see the words clearly and easily is very important to me.

[SweetColo]

I have a 1905 Red Letter Bible that I just bought as a new Reborn Christian. I love it. ✝️

[jwmurrayjr]

Thanks for the video! I'm a "red letter guy" myself but I understand the other view. Klopsch's preface is exceptional writing.

[nbmt]

Thanks for your informative video. For many years I’ve been using red letter bibles but as I get older, my preference is shifting to black letter for ease of reading. Another downside of red letter bibles is that at times, it has created a phenomenon where people would elevate the words of Christ above the rest of scripture, in what we know today as “Red Letter Christians”. Don’t get me wrong, I still like and use my red letter bibles but I am preferring black more and more as I get up there in my age.

[nitarose]

So interesting! Thank you for sharing! Previously as a child and Bible college student, you could not have sold me a Bible that didn't have red letters. Now that I have a deeper understanding of how every book for the Bible points to Jesus, I couldn't care less if mine is red letter or not.

[sharonspencer]

I love This video….thank you Tim, It is very informative…things I did not know, I love learning about God’s and the how and why behind it. I have black letter, red letter, and blue letter, as long as the words of Jesus are in there, and I know when He is speaking to me I really don’t care what color the words are. I just want His Word and His presence in my life✝️✝️✝️✝️every day🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 and can I also say that I love your channel!!!!

[toobalicious]

Thank you for this. Before purchasing my ESV Quentel and PSQ, I looked for red-letter versions of same, but they did not exist. If Allan or Schuyler were to publish a good red-letter edition, I would be compelled to make a purchase. Think a single-column reference bible by R.L. Allan with the words of Christ in red - with a black goatskin cover with a semi-full yap, line matched, etc. All I can say is "take my money, please!"

[Ladydarleneplus]

Great history, Tim, thanks. My personal preference is red letters Bible.

[christophermoore]

I love Red Letter Bibles, and concur with Louis Klopsch. Having the Red Letters truly does weave the thread of the presence of Jesus Christ throughout the Bible, from beginning to end.

[Agben]

I’ve always loved Red Letter, hadn’t really seen all the “hate” until becoming a Bible nerdy … I get all the issues, but I do still like/prefer

[MrsinTN]

I’m in my sixties and was, of course, brought up on red letter Bibles. I don’t see the words of Christ being any more meaningful than the words in black, but the red letters brings the context out. It has become harder to find quality Bibles in all versions having red letters.

[nathanstanfield]

That is so interesting. Thank you for the history lesson I never new that that is were red letter came from and it was surprisingly more recently introduced than I was thinking. Another thing I don’t know why but I really enjoyed the way you read aloud lol. Keep up the good work I enjoy all your videos

[caomhan]

Klopsch's preface is pretty much the 1900 version of a mic drop, and it neatly addresses the very issues people have with red letters today... Despite it being written over 120 years ago.

[edscheirer]

Very interesting Tim. I gained some new knowledge!

[thegothamite]

Also, the KJV Sword Bible has the words of God in red letter in the OT as well as the words of Christ in the NT.