Tamil Bible (TAMERV)
Overview
This is the Easy-to-Read Version (ERV) of the Bible in Tamil, a full Bible translation produced by Bible League International (formerly the World Bible Translation Center) [1][2]. The Tamil ERV was copyrighted in 1998 [1]. The Easy-to-Read Version aims to accurately express the full meaning of the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts in a style that is clear and easy to understand, using everyday contemporary language [2]. Bible League International is headquartered in Crete, Illinois, USA, and produces Easy-to-Read Version translations in numerous languages worldwide as part of its mission to serve the under-resourced church globally [1][2].
Publishing and Organizations
Published by Bible League International, 1 Bible Plaza, Crete, IL 60417, USA. The translation permits quotation of up to 1,000 verses without written permission, provided the quotation does not exceed 50% of a complete work or comprise an entire book [1].
References
- [1] Tamil Holy Bible: Easy-to-Read Version (ERV) (archived) - Bible League International. Copyright and permission details.
- [2] Bible Translation (archived) - Bible League International. Overview of translation mission and methodology.
- Rosetta Project: Tamil Genesis - Internet Archive / Rosetta Project. Genesis in Tamil.
- Global Bible Catalogue - Global Bible Catalogue entry.