Review:

The New American Bible

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The New American Bible (NAB) is a translation of the Bible into modern English that was first published in 1970. It is the official Catholic version of the Bible in the United States.

Key Features

  • Modern English translation
  • Official Catholic Bible in the US
  • Includes footnotes and introductions for each book

Pros

  • Easy to read modern English translation
  • Includes helpful footnotes and introductions
  • Official Catholic version in the US

Cons

  • Some may prefer more literal translations
  • May lack some poetic language found in other translations

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