There are a few poor translations and other flaws but over all it does a remarkable job of maintaining the delicate balance between fidelity to the original text and understandability to the average bible reader. The result is a new version of the bible the typical reader or worshipper is able to understand with ease. Work on the ceb began in late 2008 and was completed in 2011. It was originally published in 1976 and revised in 1992. Jul 27, 2018 the common english bible ceb is more than a revision or update of an existing translation. The strengths and weaknesses of the common english bible. Common english bible the common english bible is a translation completed in 2011. I have recommended it in my local ministerial association. Common english bible ceb download the free bible app. The common english bible is a distinct new imprint and brand for bibles and reference products about the bible. It holds the reputation for being the most accurate bible translation in english. Mar 15, 2016 the common english bible is a new translation. I have been, for over forty years, a great collector of different translations i find the common english bible stands apart. The new jerusalem bible is the official english language text used in catholic liturgy outside the united states.
However, it has proved difficult to combine concern for accuracy and accessibility in one trans. I must confess i had a tiny bit of trepidation at first since this translation is a joint project of the publishing houses for several mainline churches disciples of christ, presbyterian, methodist, episcopalian, and united church of christ. Jun 15, 2011 the complete common english bible ceb is now available on bible gateway. What were the other considerations that made more common english translations undesirable here. To judge from its new testament, the common english bible is an accurate and enjoyable version using fresh, uptodate, modern english.
The common english bible is not simply a revision or update of an existing translation. Mar 01, 2012 the common english bible is a translation completed in 2011. It is a strange and distracting translation decision. Is an irregular plural of a rare word compatible with the goals of the ceb. Its an ambitious new translation designed to read smoothly and naturally without compromising the accuracy of the bible text. One of the bible s most popular translations is the niv new international versions and newer versions, like the esv english standard version also sell remarkably well. The ceb old testament, apocrypha, and an updated new testament text have just been added to our library, so you can now access this accurate and easytoread translation on bible gateway.
Cokesbury offers a bible translation guide that list the translation method and translators, date, reading level and the theological perspective of the translation. The first english bible translators, john wycliffe and william tyndale, were much inspired by god and their work was perfect as reflected in the king james version which is a completion of their work. The goal of its publisher, the christian resources development corporation. The result is a new version that the typical reader or worshipper is able to understand. Each biblical book has an introduction that provides an. Ceb common english bible ebook epub by common english. The ceb is presented at an average 7th grade reading level, with most books e. The common english bible, one of the newest translations, was published in 2011 and is sponsored by five protestant publishers, with primary leadership coming from the publishing house. These women and men balanced rigorous accuracy in translation of the ancient texts with an equally passionate commitment to clarity of expression in contemporary. Ceb study bible with apocrypha christian book distributors. Disadvantages of the common english bible the common english bible is sold as a translation, when in reality, it is a paraphrase.
The ceb study bible large print 9781609261764 by common english bible and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The common english bible is an english translation of the bible that was first published in 2011. The common english bible is a new bible translation, not a revision or update of an existing translation. The chart does not compare all available english translations, nor does it examine all such controversial passages. Sep 06, 2010 f or about a year ive been following the development of a new, easy to read bible translation called the common english bible ceb. When mary his mother was engaged to joseph, before they were married, she became pregnant by the holy spirit. Four hundred years after scholars poetically translated the king james version of the bible kjv into english in 1611, a team of 120 biblical scholars from 20 faith communities studied a wide range of sources to translate the bible with accuracy, clarity, and easy comprehension for contemporary readers. Most editions of the common english bible also include the 14 noncanonical books of the apocrypha. Ceb common english bible ebook epub ebook written by common english bible.
The gnt also known as todays english version or the good news bible was one of the first meaningbased or functional equivalent translations of the bible into english. The stories and poems and instructions comes in through the ears and consume your whole being as gods word becomes part of a living experience. The common english bible ceb is an english translation of the bible whose language is intended to be at a comfortable reading level for the majority of english readers. Ceb common english audio edition with music audiobook by. The common english bible is relevant, readable, and reliable. One hundred and twenty biblical scholars from twentytwo faith traditions worked as translators.
The common english reference bible is a portable bible designed for bible study. The gnt presents the message of the bible in a level of english that is common to most of the english speaking world. The concordance will enable you to find the verse you are looking for, and the crossreference system will show you how scripture relates to scripture. The common english bible combines a commitment to both accuracy and readability. This edition of the ceb includes the allnew centercolumn crossreference system and a concordance. The new american standard bible nasb was first published in 1963, with the most recent edition published in 1995. It includes the deuterocanonical books, or apocrypha, which are found in the catholic church and orthodox church canons, and in anglican bibles. These women and men balanced rigorous accuracy in translation of the ancient texts with an equally passionate commitment to clarity of expression in contemporary english. The common english bible is unlike any other translation. Purpose in translation was to produce an accurate translation, suitable for public and private reading, teaching, preaching, memorizing, and liturgical. A key goal of the translation team is to make the bible accessible to a broad range of people.
Ceb study bible with apocrypha christian books, bibles. A couple of months ago i was asked to take part in a blog tour for the common english bible while i probably havent been the best blog tour participant mainly because this is my first post on it, i have wanted to get a feel of this new translation before i shared my thoughts. He is perfect, accurate and only human beings make mistakes. The common english bible is a translation completed in 2011. It is a bold new translation designed to meet the needs of christians as they work to build a strong and meaningful relationship with god through jesus christ. This translation itself is a revision of the american standard version asv of 1901, and was intended to be a readable and literally accurate modern english translation which aimed to preserve all that is best in the english. Publishing and marketing offices are located in nashville, tennessee. Numerous translations have appeared since that time. The ceb study bible combines the reliability and readability one expects of the common english bible translation with notes and other resources to help you grow in your understanding of and engagement with the bible.
The translation was begun in late 2008 and was finished in 2011. These men and women balanced rigorous accuracy in translation of the ancient texts with an equally passionate commitment to clarity of expression in contemporary english. Jan 02, 2020 the common english bible is a new bible translation, not a revision or update of an existing translation. Is there an official version of the bible for united methodists. It is a blend translation that aims to find a happy medium somewhere between strict formal equivalence wordforword and liberal dynamic equivalence thoughtforthought, utilizing the strengths of both methods while minimizing their weaknesses. Explore the bible for more understanding with the first study bible from the popular common english bible translation. The complete common english bible now available on bible. The translators and editors that worked on the bible are from various denominations and locations around the world. The ceb student bible by common english bible, paperback. It is a literal translation which holds to the wordforword school of thought mentioned above.
Written in todays modern english, the common english bible was created through the careful work of 120 leading biblical scholars from 24 faith traditions and. The common english bible deemphasizes the legal, cultural, social, political, and economic context of the bible in favor of our contemporary values and settings. It includes the deuterocanonical books, or apocrypha, which are found in the catholic church and orthodox. Listening to the bible will change the way you understand scripture. Take a fresh look at the bible while you experience a new translation. Nov 21, 2018 the new american standard bible nasb was first published in 1963, with the most recent edition published in 1995. The revised standard version rsv is an english translation of the bible published in 1952 by the division of christian education of the national council of churches. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read ceb common english bible ebook epub.