![]() One nice thing about using the Bible for language learning is that when you get ready to study a more obscure language you may find audio for a portion of scripture. More advanced learners could look for another modern English translation there are many. But I believe this is an advantage for beginning learners of English. Besides having only a 1000 word vocabulary, it appears to avoid complicated syntax. ![]() The Bible in Basic English is a version made specifically for speakers of English as a second language. But it is suitable for many English native speakers for use as a parallel text because as the most popular English Bible, it is a familiar text. You are right that neither of the English Bible versions on that site give a good feel for modern standard English syntax. ![]() I am not sure the Bible gives a good feel for (even) standard English syntax. ![]()
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