Holy Bible - Easy-to-Read Version

by World Bible Translation Center

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Prepared especially for people who want an English translation that accurately expresses the full meaning of the original text in a style that is clear and easy to understand. Ideally suited for those who have limited experience in English, including children and people who are just learning English. Designed to help people avoid the most common obstacles to reading with understanding. Special features aid understanding, including the following: brief explanations or synonyms for difficult show more words in the text; a word list of difficult words, and maps. show less

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Um, I don't really get this. I'm for accessibility, but there's already an NIV, right? Doesn't that basically make this doing violence to the Word?
A clear and easy to read Bible at a great price. Revised from the popular New Century Version. The Everyday Reading Bible (ERV) is an updated version of the New Century Version (NCV) first published in 1986 by the World Bible Translation Centre and the base translation for Authentic's bestselling International Children's Bible and Youth Bible. It is based directly on the original languages of scripture and accurately expresses the full meaning of the original text in a clear and easy to understand style. The affordable price makes it ideal for outreach and youth programs or where English is spoken as a second language. Includes frequent notes and a glossary that provides the reader with helpful explanations and essential background show more information. show less

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Holy Bible - Easy-to-Read Version
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"Easy-to-Read Version" or ERV is a specific translation. Combine all complete ERV Bibles (without significant added materials) here.

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Religion & Spirituality, Nonfiction, Biography & Memoir
DDC/MDS
220.52ReligionThe BibleThe BibleModern versions and translationsEnglish and Anglo-Saxon
LCC
BS195 .E2Philosophy, Psychology and ReligionThe BibleThe BibleModern texts and versionsEnglish
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126
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257,741
Reviews
2
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(3.17)
Languages
English
Media
Paper, Ebook
ISBNs
20
ASINs
5