Which version of the bible reads the most like a novel?
Well, it depends on what you mean by 'like a novel'. But the Good News Bible has a simple and direct style. It doesn't get into complex theological language too much. Instead, it focuses on the story - telling aspect. So, if you want to read the Bible as if it were a simple, easy - to - understand novel, this could be a good choice.
The Message. It has a very modern and fluid style that makes it seem like a storybook. For instance, it doesn't use the traditional 'thee' and 'thou' which can make other versions seem more archaic. It just flows like a regular novel would.
I think the NLT is also quite novel - like. It has a great balance between staying true to the original meaning and presenting it in a way that's easy to follow. It uses common, everyday language, so when you're reading the stories, it's like you're reading a fictional story about real - life - like characters. The way it describes the scenes and interactions makes it very engaging, much like a novel.
