World English Bible (WEB)
Overview, history, and usage notes for this Bible translation in Know The Bible.
Overview
Provides a modern-English, public-domain update to the ASV.
The WEB is fully public domain and frequently used in digital and mobile Bible applications due to its licensing freedom.
Historical Background
Derived from the ASV and updated with modern vocabulary while preserving a generally literal translation style.
- Origin: United States
- Translators / Editors: WEB translation committee
- Revisions: Ongoing online updates
Textual Basis & Features
Below are some distinctives of the World English Bible textual basis and translation style:
- Public domain licensing
- Blend of formal and functional equivalence
- Modern vocabulary and punctuation
Further Reading & Resources
- WEB official project site
- Public domain text repositories
Other KTB translations:
ACV ASV BBE DARBY GNV KJV NHE ROT TYN WBT WEB WYC YLT