New Common English Bible in third printing

NASHVILLE (Tennessee) – The New Common English Bible translation is now in its third printing and totals 500,000 copies in print, including the New Testament-only editions released a year ago.

According to the Christian Newswire, The Common English Bible is the work of 120 biblical scholars from 24 denominations. It is published by Abingdon Press, an imprint of the United Methodist Publishing House.

The Common English Bible is not simply a revision or update of an existing translation. 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. 

A key goal of the translation team is to make the Bible accessible to a broad range of people. It is written at a comfortable level for over half of all English readers. As the translators do their work, reading specialists from more than a dozen denominations review the texts to ensure a smooth and natural reading experience. Easy readability can enhance church worship and participation, and personal Bible study. It also encourages children and youth to discover the Bible for themselves, perhaps for the very first time. – United Methodist News Service.