Four times the author identifies himself as john 1. For the first scripture passage, use a parenthetical citation followed by a footnote. Incorporate the citation information into your text. Subsequent citations of the same bible version do not need to be included after citing the first time. Citing biblical resources cite your sources library. However, if you use a different version indicate the new version in the text citation. The equivalent resource for the older apa 6 style can be found here. For classical works, apa requires no citation in the reference list. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud 1 cor.
In mla, citing an ebook version of the bible is the same as citing any other ebook mla style cente r. This footnote states the bible version that you plan to use in the paper. How do i cite a bible app with more than one translation. Classical religious texts, like the bible, do not require a citation in the reference list in apa style. The guidelines for citing the bible were developed by mary sodergren and are maintained by kim marks. Some bibles, particularly study bibles, contain additional text that is not the biblical text. The student supplement to the sbl handbook of style recommends that such text be cited in the form of a. However, the titles of individual published editions of the bible are italicized. Follow the example below, take note that the book, chapter, and verse will not be written in the full works cited citation. Book of revelation read, study bible verses online. When citing chapter or chapter and verse, abbreviate books of the bible unless they appear at the beginning of the sentence. For example, to cite the sixth verse from the 34th chapter of edoxus, write exodus 34. Book of ruth, old testament book belonging to the third section of the biblical canon, known as the ketuvim, or writings.
Religious texts mla format style 8th edition libguides. Tips for citing the bible in devotionals, blogs, articles. Indicate which version at the first use of scripture then no reference is needed unless you use another bible version. Christ declares his exclusive salvific value when he states, i am the way, the truth, and the life john 14. Citing the bible is an essential skill for writers because the holy bible is ubiquitous. Spell out the book s name when referring to it as a whole. For the bible, include the version, followed by a comma and then, instead of the page number, put book, chapter, verse. Spiral bound for ease of use, this is a musthave for every pastor and teacher. Works cited citation for an ebook version of the bible. The king james version of the bible was originally published in 1611. This summary of the book of revelation provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of revelation. Since mla ebook citations begin with the author name, skip straight to the title information instead of beginning the citation with the. This article will cover the details of the american psychological association apa bible citation style.
Scan your paper for grammar mistakes and catch unintentional plagiarism. However, bible and church document examples may refer to the mla style manual, turabian, or the sbl handbook of style. Intext citations when citing chapter or chapter and verse, abbreviate books of the bible unless they appear at the beginning of the sentence. When quoting or paraphrasing specific excerpts from the text, include the relevant names andor numbers of chaptersverseslines in your intext citation lee, 2009.
The niv study bible includes an introduction to each book of the bible. For general citations, this guide leads you to other guides prepared by ust libraries reference department. Citing the book of mormon and other common religious sources mla. How to cite the bible as a source using the mla format. Omit the version in subsequent citations unless you switch versions. Citing the blb help tutorial shows the mobile site format and the desktop view of where the cite this button is provided in the top menu with 4 formats avail. Books of the bible are abbreviated, see here for common bible abbreviations. If you are a scholar citing a version of the bible conventionally known by its title, such as the wycliffe bible, you might list the name of the version as the title of the source. Revelation 3 begins with the letter to the church in. Mla style citing the bible and other biblical resources.
You will need the bible verse you are quoting, including the book name, chapter number, and verse number. Chapters and verses in biblical references have traditionally been separated by a. Instead, use the standard abbreviations for the bible version see below. If youre citing supplementary material in the bible, such as an introduction or study notes, you would typically include a reference list entry citing that portion as though it were an article or entry in a reference book, including the name of the author. For additional references, any time you cite a scripture after the first one, you will only include the book, the chapter, and the verse. Some websites and religiouspublishers use very short abbreviations, consisting of only 1 or 2 letters,which sometimes causes confusion. In your works cited, include the title of the bible, the version, and the publication information. Remember that your intext parenthetical citation should include the name of the specific edition of the bible, followed by an abbreviation of the book, the chapter and verses. Citing the bible in the text when you reference the bible in the text, you must cite the translation, book title, chapter and verse, explains michelle spomer, associate professor with azusa pacific university libraries. For example, note the parenthetical reference in the following sentence. The first time you include a quote from the bible, you need to include the translation, chapter abbreviated, book, and verse, like this.
Paul urges christians to not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind. The commissioning of the king james bible took place in 1604 at the hampton court conference outside of london. Spell out the books name when referring to it as a whole. Each style manual provides guidelines for citing the bible. Biblical citations can appear either in the text, in parentheses, or in footnotes or endnotes, but the bible is not included in your bibliography or reference list. Since the bible is considered a sacred work, cite it initially in the footnotes and subsequently in parenthetical references. Chicago style both parenthetical citation and footnoteendnote guidelines. Turabian style both parenthetical citation and footnoteendnote guidelines chicago style both parenthetical citation and footnoteendnote guidelines. Paul explains salvation when he says, for by grace you have been saved through faith.
Cite the chapter and verse after citing the book of the bible. The convention of using italics to indicate titles does not apply to the names of sacred writings, including all books and versions of the bible i. For longer book names, you will use an abbreviated version in your intext citation mla handbook 1872. Do not abbreviate the name of the book if it starts a sentence or is a reference to the entire book or the author. In mla format, separate the chapter and verse by a period, not a colon. You will follow a unique game plan when you cite the bible in books. When citing a passage of scripture, include the abbreviated name of the book, the chapter number, and the verse numbernever a page number. The bible is cited differently from other books in chicago style. How to cite the bible in brief parenthetical citations according to the sbl handbook, by the society of biblical literature, which all citation styles follow in matters of biblical studies. The king james version remains one of the greatest landmarks in the. It offers 180 pages of fullcolor bible charts, maps, and time lines all reproducible.
However, you must include an intext citation anytime you reference these texts in your writing. If you are only citing one version of the bible throughout your paper, only include the version in the first citation. This includes footnotes, annotations, and special articles. Here are some examples for citing print and online editions of the bible. Basic book format the authors name or a book with a single authors name appears in last name, first name format. Bible gateway, version 42, bible gateway zondervan, 2016. Include the translation and the book, chapter, and verse s. Bible apa style american psychological association. When you reference the bible in the text, you must cite the translation, book title, chapter and verse, explains michelle spomer, associate professor with azusa pacific university libraries. You do not need to include the bible in your bibliography. The passage in 1 cor 5 is often considered crucial. Citing the bible in your first parenthetical citation, you want to make clear which bible youre using and underline or italicize the title, as each version varies in its translation, followed by book do not italicize or underline, chapter, and verse.
A bible citation always includes the book, chapter, and verse. Introduction to a chapter in the bible introductions and 1. Citing scripture this handout gives basic information on citing scripture according to the mla, chicagoturabian, and apa formats. When citing a passage of scripture, include the abbreviated name of the book, the chapter number, and the verse numbernever a. As a sacred work, you do not include the bible in your bibliography. Clicking on a book of the bible will show you a list of all the chapters of that book. See whats new in logos 8 explore all features schedule a demo howtos.
This page reflects the latest version of the apa publication manual i. Although this handout focuses mainly on citing the bible and the book of mormon, the guidelines provided apply generally to religious works e. Turabian style both parenthetical citation and footnoteendnote guidelines. Whether you are citing a print or online version of the bible, the intext citation format remains the same. Italicize the translation name, and abbreviate the book name. In the hebrew bible, ruth stands with the song of solomon, lamentations, ecclesiastes, and esther.
Use abbreviations for the books of the bible when citing texts or referencing them. If you are citing a modern version of the bible, you do not need to include publishers information. How to cite the bible in apa intext citation list the book title, chapter, and verse in your parenthetical citation. Citing the bible as a sacred work, you do not include the bible in your bibliography. For a complete list of how to cite print sources, please refer to the 7 th edition of the apa. Italicize the bible and follow it with the version you are using. When citing a passage from the holy bible, cite the book abbreviated, chapter, verse, and version you are using, in parentheses like this isa. The bible is classified as a classical work together with the quran. Published individual editions of sacred writings are treated like other published books and.
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