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1 To the director: With instruments. A song of praise. God, show mercy to us and bless us. Please accept us! Selah
2 Let everyone on earth learn about you. Let every nation see how you save people.
3 May people praise you, God! May all people praise you.
4 May all nations rejoice and be happy because you judge people fairly. You rule over every nation.
5 May the people praise you, God! May all people praise you.
6 God, our God, bless us. Let our land give us a great harvest.
7 May God bless us, and may all people on earth fear and respect him.
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.