Bible (BBE) 01-02: Genesis & Exodus

The Bible in Basic English (BBE) is a simplified translation of the Bible, created by an American committee led by S.H. Hooke in the 20th century. This version uses Basic English, a limited vocabulary of around 850 words, designed to make the text accessible to non-native speakers and learners of English. The first two books, Genesis and Exodus, cover the creation of the world and the story of the Israelites' escape from Egypt, respectively. This translation is notable for its focus on clarity and simplicity in conveying biblical narratives.