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Rick James Version of the Bible

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The Rick James Version of the Bible is a funky and soulful translation of the Holy Bible, devised and executed by master theologian Rick James, and his heavenly associate, Dr. Charlie Murphy (with introduction by His Holiness, the Dalai Lama). First published in 1981, it was the first printed edition of the Holy Book that could be readily absorbed and understood by speakers of Jive. It was also noted for being the first Holy Book to contain the famous Biblical Messiah Black Jesus. Many famous people have derived inspiration from the pages of this work, including MC Hammer, Dave Chapelle, and Li'l John.

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The Rick James Version of the Bible is a funky and soulful translation of the Holy Bible, devised and executed by master theologian Rick James, and his heavenly associate, Dr. Charlie Murphy (with introduction by His Holiness, the Dalai Lama). First published in 1981, it was the first printed edition of the Holy Book that could be readily absorbed and understood by speakers of Jive. It was also noted for being the first Holy Book to contain the famous Biblical Messiah Black Jesus. Many famous people have derived inspiration from the pages of this work, including MC Hammer, Dave Chapelle, and Li'l John. The RJV has recently been in conflict with a newer translation by Bill Cosby known as the Bill Cosby Version of the Bible. Supporters of the BCV argue that the RJV does not use proper English, while supporters of the RJV argue that the BCV is too assimilationist, not provocative enough, and contains too many advertising spots for Jell-O Pudding. They also believe the phrase "Jammin' on the One" sucks ass. This split over biblical translations is one of the major divisions in contemporary Black Christianity. Below is a list of several excerpts from this master work: