Bible Version Detail — Contemporary English Version(CEV)

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Abbreviation:

CEV

Name:

Contemporary English Version

Functional Translation (1-10):

Formal Translation (1-10):

Ease of reading (1-10, 10 is easiest):

Public Reading (1-10):

Serious Study (1-10):

Gender Neutral Language (1-10):

Capitalization of pronouns referring to God (Yes/No):

Extensive Translation of cultural terms (Yes/No):

Translated by Committee (Yes/No):

Yes

Interdenominational Participation (Yes/No):

Yes

Interfaith Participation (Yes/No):

Committee Note:

Mainline

The Contemporary English Version (CEV) of the Bible is a dynamic equivalency translation that is aimed at those for whom English is a second language, for young people, or for anyone who would prefer reading a Bible which uses a selected, limited vocabulary.

I recommend it also for those who need to read large sections of the Bible quickly in order to get an overview. The edition offered below, The Promise, includes lists of Bible promises. It is printed page wide rather than in columns. I have been very satisfied with the paperback edition.

The following is a brief (a little over 7 minute) video review of the CEV:

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The Learning Bible, Contemporary English Version
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With notes written in the same simple English as the CEV, this is an excellent study Bible for those who are new to God's word. I think the combination of notes with the CEV is excellent, and I strongly recommend this edition.

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