Who Is This For?
Best For:
UK and Commonwealth readers, British publishers, those preferring British spelling.
Not Ideal For:
American readers who may find spellings unfamiliar.
Strengths & Limitations
✓ Strengths of the WEBB
- British spelling conventions
- Complete Bible
- Public domain
- Modern readable English
- Widely available
✗ Limitations to Consider
- Only differs in spelling
- Same limitations as standard WEB
Overview
The World English Bible British Edition is the UK spelling variant of the World English Bible. It uses British spelling conventions while maintaining the same translation text, serving readers in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth nations.
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Notable Features of the WEBB
- British spelling
- Complete Bible (66 books)
- Public domain
- Modern English
- Same as WEB text
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the World English Bible British Edition?
The World English Bible British Edition is the UK spelling variant of the World English Bible. It uses British spelling conventions while maintaining the same translation text, serving readers in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth nations.
How can I read the WEBB Bible online?
You can read and search the World English Bible British Edition online for free at Acts1 Family. Use our Bible search tool to find any verse, chapter, or keyword in the WEBB translation.
When was the WEBB Bible published?
The World English Bible British Edition was first published in 2000. It is classified as a Formal Equivalence translation with a 10th Grade reading level.
Who should use the WEBB Bible?
UK and Commonwealth readers, British publishers, those preferring British spelling.
How does the WEBB compare to other Bible translations?
The World English Bible British Edition (WEBB) is a Formal Equivalence translation. Compare it with other versions like the KJV, ASV, or NIV using our Bible comparison tools to find the best translation for your needs.
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Start ReadingHistory
Complete History of the WEBB Translation
The World English Bible British Edition adapts the standard WEB to British English spelling conventions. Words like 'color' become 'colour,' 'realize' becomes 'realise,' and other American spellings are converted to their British equivalents.
Like all WEB editions, the British edition is completely in the public domain, making it freely available for any use without permission or royalties.
Translators
Meet the 1 Key Translators and Contributors
Michael Paul Johnson
Senior Editor
Creator of the World English Bible who produced editions for various regional audiences.
Textual Basis
Manuscript Sources and Translation Methodology
Same as World English Bible - ASV revision using BHS Old Testament and Majority Text New Testament.
Reception
Scholarly Praise
"This edition adapts the WEB to British English spelling and idiom, providing a free, accurate translation for readers in the UK and Commonwealth nations."
— eBible.org, World English Bible British Edition (2024) [source]
Scholarly Concerns
The British edition is a spelling adaptation rather than a fresh translation, meaning it inherits both the strengths and any weaknesses of the base WEB text.
— eBible.org, WEB FAQ (2024) [source]
Revision History
View 2 Major Revisions and Updates
- 2000 Released alongside standard WEB.
- Ongoing Updated with WEB revisions.
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