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1 To the director: A song of David to help people remember. Please, God, rescue me! Lord, hurry and help me!
2 People are trying to kill me. Please disappoint them. Humiliate them! They want to hurt me. Make them run away in shame!
3 May those who make fun of me be too embarrassed to speak.
4 But may those who come to you be happy and rejoice. May those who love being saved by you always be able to say, "Praise God!"
5 I am only a poor, helpless man. God, please hurry to me. You are my helper, the one who can save me. Lord, don't be too late!
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.