- Hardcover: 1566 pages
- Publisher: American Bible Society (19 Jun 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1585161616
- ISBN-13: 978-1585161614
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 16 x 3.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
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Format:Hardcover
I have owned a CEV Bible for a couple of years and have read what prominent theologians and scholars have said regarding its translation and relevance for various uses. I have concluded it should be used very carefully.
As a Study Bible: No... The CEV is not a literal translation which automatically disqualifies it from use for in depth study as a main text. Instead; ESV, NASB, NKJV, KJV.
As a Daily Bible: No... The CEV is so paraphrased that many verses are almost unrecognisable when compared with more literal translations. Instead; ESV, NASB, NKJV, KJV, (possibly but only loosely recommended; NIV, NRSV, HCSB.)
As a Childrens Bible: Maybe... Because it is so easy to understand the translation then it would be suitable for children in that respect, however with faithfulness to the true interpretation of scripture and how to teach a child to explore the word for themselves I would go for something more solid, a halfway house so to speak i.e. NIV or NRSV, modern language in both so easy for a child to understand and much more faithfull to the original texts.
As a Secondary or Third Text: Yes... I would not describe this bible as a bible, more of a bible commentary because it has gone overboard with how far away from the literal meaning it has strayed. Therefore when used in conjunction with a truer translation it could be used effectively to comment on difficult verses as an opinion as any other bible commentary would but not as biblical truth. other options for this role would be; Amplified, NLT, NRSV.
As a Study Bible: No... The CEV is not a literal translation which automatically disqualifies it from use for in depth study as a main text. Instead; ESV, NASB, NKJV, KJV.
As a Daily Bible: No... The CEV is so paraphrased that many verses are almost unrecognisable when compared with more literal translations. Instead; ESV, NASB, NKJV, KJV, (possibly but only loosely recommended; NIV, NRSV, HCSB.)
As a Childrens Bible: Maybe... Because it is so easy to understand the translation then it would be suitable for children in that respect, however with faithfulness to the true interpretation of scripture and how to teach a child to explore the word for themselves I would go for something more solid, a halfway house so to speak i.e. NIV or NRSV, modern language in both so easy for a child to understand and much more faithfull to the original texts.
As a Secondary or Third Text: Yes... I would not describe this bible as a bible, more of a bible commentary because it has gone overboard with how far away from the literal meaning it has strayed. Therefore when used in conjunction with a truer translation it could be used effectively to comment on difficult verses as an opinion as any other bible commentary would but not as biblical truth. other options for this role would be; Amplified, NLT, NRSV.
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This Bible is perfect for me. Easy to read, easy to hold, its a pleasure to read. I can't fault it. Excellent value too. I can't think of a way to improve it. Very pleased.
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47 of 52 people found the following review helpful
What a joy it is to finally read (and understand) the Bible!
6 Aug 2007
Format:Hardcover
I've always felt bad that I'd never been able to understand most of the verses I'd read in the Bible. If not for how many of the verses were explained and broken down in church sermons, I'd really be clueless. Several times I tried to read the KJV of the Bible verse by verse on my own, but was never really able to absorb all that I read because the language would frustrate me. Needless to say, I picked it up several times, read a little, scratched my head, then put it down. It always left me feeling confused, and I often questioned my level of intelligence -- ugh! In my quest to find a Bible I could understand, I found this. I can now understand the verses of the Bible as I read them; the events read and flow like a captivating story. I bought copies and gave them to my children to encourage them to read the Bible. Now I look forward to reading the Bible, instead of feeling like I'd been given an impossible reading assignment by my college instructor.
42 of 48 people found the following review helpful
Excellent for the Everyday Person
2 Aug 2006
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
Many times I have tried to read the King James version of the Bible just to stop because I couldn't comprehend what I was reading. This Contemporary version is so easy to understand. It is like reading a regular book. I can read quickly and understand everything. It has helped me renew my faith and helped me with my sobriety. I recommend this to anyone who wants to feel closer to God.
22 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Good Book
6 Oct 2007
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
This English translation of The Bible is easy-to-understand with text font that is very readable. We use these for Sunday School children and adult Bible Studies.
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