Verse Comparison: Matthew 24:5
American Standard Version
For many shall come in my name, saying, I am the Christ; and shall lead many astray.
Amplified® Bible
For many will come in (on the strength of) My name [appropriating the name which belongs to Me], saying, I am the Christ (the Messiah), and they will lead many astray.
Contemporary English Version
Many will come and claim to be me. They will say that they are the Messiah, and they will fool many people.
Darby English Version
For many shall come in my name, saying, *I* am the Christ, and they shall mislead many.
Good News Bible
Many men, claiming to speak for me, will come and say, 'I am the Messiah!' and they will fool many people.
International Standard Version
For many will come in my name and say, 'I am the Christ,' and they will deceive many people.
King James Version
For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.
New American Standard Bible
"For many will come in My name, saying, `I am the Christ,' and will mislead many.
New International Version
For many will come in my name, claiming, 'I am the Christ,' and will deceive many.
New King James Version
For many will come in My name, saying, 'I am the Christ,' and will deceive many.
N.A.S.B. in E-Prime
"For many will come in My name, saying, 'I proclaim myself as the Christ,' and will mislead many.
Young's Literal Translation
for many shall come in my name, saying, I am the Christ, and they shall lead many astray,