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Uncompromising simplicity marked the American Bible Society's (ABS) translation of the Contemporary English Version (CEV) that was first published in 1995. The text is easily read by grade schoolers, second language readers, and those who prefer the more contemporized form.
The CEV presents a fresh translation of the Bible using everyday words and phrases so that the Bible can be understandable by everyone. Translation Work The drafting, reviewing, editing, revising, and refining the CEV text of the Bible extended over ten years.
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Contemporary English Version. Uncompromising simplicity marked the American Bible Society's translation of the Contemporary English Version that was first published in 1995. The text is easily read by grade schoolers, second language readers, and those who prefer the more contemporized form.
The Good News Translation, formerly called the Good News Bible or Today's English Version, was first published as a full Bible in 1976 by American Bible Society as a "common language" Bible. It provides a clear and simple modern translation.
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The new Common English Bible is the only translation to combine and balance highly respected ecumenical biblical scholarship necessary for serious study with responsiveness to 21st century clear communication requirements for comprehensive clarity.
