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Amplified Bible
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Contempor-ary English
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King James Version
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The New Living Bible
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The Message
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New American Standard
(updated)
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New International Readers Version
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New Inter-
national Version
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New King James Version
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New Revised Standard Version
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Completed 1987
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NT 1991, Psalms & Proverbs 1992
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Completed 1611
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Completed 1971
Revised 1996
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NT, Psalms & Proverbs 1995
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Completed 1971
Updated 1995
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1998
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1978
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1982
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1990
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Attempts to reveal, through English word equivalents which clarify and amplify meanings that may otherwise have been concealed by the traditional
translation method.
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Attempts to be readable and faithful to meaning of original texts. Uncompli-
cated grammar structure.
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Also known as the Authorized Version (AV). Words today often don't mean the same thing as they did in the 1600's. Literary masterpiece, but a
tough read.
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Takes meaning of Greek and Hebrew texts to provide a balance of readability and accuracy. Easy to understand.
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Attempts to preserve the flavor and expressive character of the Bible's bestloved books. No verse markings. Easy to read
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Intent of the translators was to produce a literal translation of the Bible. It is an excellent choice for indepth Bible study. The most literal translation
that is now more readable
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An excellent translation geared for children with no more than a thirdgrade reading level. Colorful pictures and charts.
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Attempts to faithfully reproduce what the original Scripture writers wrote, in language that people can read and understand without
difficulty.
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Attempts to provide a translation that is accurate and much easier to read than KJV.
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A standard in many church denominations NRSV attempts to provide a translation that is accurate and much easier to read.
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