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1 A song for going up to the Temple. Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion. They will never be shaken. They will continue forever.
2 Like the mountains that surround Jerusalem, the Lord surrounds and protects his people now and forever.
3 The wicked will not always control the land of those who do right. If they did, even those who do right might start doing wrong.
4 Lord, be good to those who are good, to those who have pure hearts.
5 But, Lord, when you punish those who do evil, also punish those who have stopped following your way. Let Israel always enjoy peace!
The Easy-To-Read Version (ERV)
The Easy-To-Read Version (ERV) is a Bible translation specifically designed to be accessible and comprehensible for people with limited reading skills or those for whom English is a second language. Originally published in 1987 by the World Bible Translation Center, the ERV was initially developed to serve the deaf community, using a simplified vocabulary and straightforward sentence structures. The goal of the ERV is to make the scriptures understandable to a wide range of readers, ensuring that everyone can grasp the essential messages of the Bible without being hindered by complex language or archaic terms.
One of the defining characteristics of the ERV is its commitment to clarity and simplicity. The translators employed a thought-for-thought translation philosophy, focusing on conveying the meaning of the original texts in plain, everyday English. This approach ensures that readers can easily comprehend the Bible’s teachings and narratives, making it a valuable resource for children, new Christians, and those with limited literacy skills. The ERV avoids technical theological terms and instead uses language that is commonly spoken, making it accessible for personal study and public reading alike.