SBL Greek New Testament "Commercial"

The Society of Biblical Literature has published Greek New Testament edited by Michael W. Holmes of Bethel University; available both as a download for Logos software and in print.  I do not know enough of the textual critical fine points to determine how it compares with UBS4 or NA27, but those who have more education and experience seem to think it worthwhile.  And if this work is as good as his The Apostolic Fathers: Greek Texts and English Translations, it should be excellent.

Enterprising soul and Bible College of Queensland instructor, Mike Bird,  has used his talents to create this spoof commercial for the SBLGNT.

In the Original Greek

Seth Ehorn at Sententiae Nil passed along this photo that pretty well depicts elitism that can take root in preachers and teachers if they are not careful.  Lord knows how I have fallen into this trap by insisting my understanding or those in my circle of churches had the most correct understanding of difficult words or grammar.

Take a few moments to read his short commentary in the blog post.