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New International Version (NIV)

Balances word-for-word and thought-for-thought translation for clarity and accuracy

7th-8th grade reading level
Readability Modern English Wide acceptance

English Standard Version (ESV)

Essentially literal translation emphasizing word-for-word accuracy

8th-9th grade reading level
Literal accuracy Literary quality Scholarly rigor

New Living Translation (NLT)

Thought-for-thought translation prioritizing clear, natural English

6th-7th grade reading level
Easy to understand Clear modern English Great for new readers
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Formal Equivalence

Preserves original word order and structure

Popular: KJV, ESV, NASB

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Balances accuracy and readability

Popular: NIV, CSB, NRSV

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Popular: NLT, CEV, GNT
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