The easiest versions of the Bible to understand generally include the New International Reader's Version (NIrV), the Easy-to-Read Version (ERV), and the EasyEnglish Bible (EASY). These versions use simpler language with shorter words and sentences, making them accessible for beginners, people with reading difficulties, or those learning English. Additionally, the New Living Translation (NLT) is often recommended as one of the easiest to read versions for new believers. It uses modern, everyday English with a thought-for-thought translation style that focuses on conveying meaning clearly and conversationally, rather than word-for-word literalness. Here is a brief comparison:
Version| Description| Best For
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New International Reader's Version (NIrV)| Easier words than NIV, explains
harder terms| Beginners, adults with reading difficulty
Easy-to-Read Version (ERV)| Very simple language and short sentences| People
who find reading hard, beginners
EasyEnglish Bible (EASY)| Based on 1200 common English words, simple modern
English| English learners, people with learning disabilities
New Living Translation (NLT)| Modern, everyday English, thought-for-thought
translation| New Christians, general readers
These versions balance ease of understanding with faithful translation of the Bible's message, making them highly suitable for those seeking an easy-to- understand Bible.
