Bible Versions

Contemporary English Version  (CEV)
Date: 1995
Creators: American Bible Society translation team led by Barclay M. Newman
Translation- Language: English, Type: Dynamic Equivalence
Source Texts: Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek critical texts

A meaning-based translation designed for clarity when read aloud and for readers with varied literacy levels.

Popularity: Moderate ( Used in education, outreach, and accessible-language settings.)
Denominational Context: Ecumenical
Copyright Status: Copyrighted
Publisher: American Bible Society
Significance: It advanced accessibility and oral readability as explicit translation goals.