Amplified Bible 1964
A translation that offers two or three words to clarify aspects of meaning
in addition to the single word equivalent.
New American Bible 1970, 1987. The first American Catholic version to have been based on the original languages rather than on the Latin Vulgate.
Authorised Bible (King James) 1611. Although very beautiful, this classic translation also contains language and word use that may now be difficult to understand.
New American Standard Bible 1963. A revision of the American Standard Version of 1901. An accurate and clear translation.
Contemporary English Version 1995. An 'easy to read, easy to listen to' translation. Ideal both for beginners and for those who like plain English.
New International Version 1973. An accurate translation produced by a team of evangelical scholars. New edition 2011.
Douy Rheims Bible 1749, 1752. Until Vatican II this was almost the only Bible in English officially recognised by the Catholic Church. Now considered quite difficult to read and understand.
New Jerusalem Bible 1985. An updated version of the Jerusalem Bible in the light of modern research. Widely used in Catholic churches and schools.
Good News Bibles
(Good News Translation) 1976, 1994. An easy to read, ecumenical translation
written in everyday English.
New Living Translation 1996. A thorough revision of the Living Bible.
Jerusalem Bible 1966. An accurate and attractively poetic version of the French translation.
New Revised Standard Version 1989. An ecumenical, accurate, inclusive language translation. Widely used in Church of Ireland churches.
Revised English Bible 1989. A revision of the New English Bible with updated and inclusive language.
Revised Standard Version 1952. A revision of the American Standard Version. It uses simple, enduring words and is designed for use in public and private worship, reading and study.
