New Living Translation (NLT) Bibles

Q: Which NLT Bible should I buy?

Start with how you’ll use it:For study: an NLT study Bible, such as the Life Application Study Bible or the NLT Study Bible.For carrying: a thinline or compact edition, many with a zip closure.For reading without strain: a large print edition.For journaling and devotion: an Inspire journaling Bible or a devotional Bible.For churches and outreach: Gift & Award Bibles and economy outreach editions are the most affordable.

The New Living Translation (NLT), first published in 1996, was created to make the message of Scripture clear and engaging for contemporary readers. Developed by over ninety scholars and translators, it is based directly on the most reliable Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts. The NLT follows the principle of "dynamic equivalence," seeking to communicate the meaning and intent of the original passages rather than translating word-for-word. This approach results in natural, everyday English that is especially accessible for new believers and those reading the Bible for the first time. At the same time, it remains a faithful and accurate rendering of the biblical text, refined through careful scholarly review. The NLT has become one of the most popular translations worldwide, valued in churches, study groups, and personal devotion. Its vivid, contemporary style helps readers experience the life-changing message of God's Word with clarity and immediacy.

Our NLT range includes thinline, compact and large print Bibles, Filament-enabled editions that connect to free study content on your phone, and Anglicised editions with Australian and British spelling. Not sure which translation is right for you? Compare the NLT with other translations in our Bible Guide.

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NLT Gift & Award Bible Black (Red Letter Edition)

Tyndale House Publishers

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

3 Reviews

Imitation Leather

$17.99

$12.59

30% off limited time

NLT Thrive Devotional Bible For Women

Sheri Rose Shepherd, Tyndale House Publishers

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

3 Reviews

Hardback

$54.99

NLT Jesus and You New Testament Bible Society Australia

4.5

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

2 Reviews

Paperback

$6.99

NLT Compact Zipper Bible Filament Enabled Edition Floral Garden (Red Letter Edition)

Tyndale House Publishers

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

2 Reviews

Flexi-back

$39.99

NLT Compact Bible Filament Enabled Edition Rustic Brown (Red Letter Edition)

Tyndale House Publishers

Imitation Leather

$39.99

NLT Gospel of John Tyndale House

Booklet

$2.49

NLT Compact Zipper Bible Filament Enabled Edition Charcoal Patch (Red Letter Edition)

Tyndale House Publishers

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

1 Review

Imitation Leather

$39.99

NLT Every Woman’s Bible Filament Enabled Gold Dust (Red Letter Edition)

Misty Arterburn, Naomi Cramer Overton, Tyndale House Publishers, Stephen Arterburn

Hardback

$69.99

NLT Abundant Life New Testament (Black Letter Edition)

Tyndale House Publishers

4.7

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars

3 Reviews

Paperback

$5.99

NLT Thrive Devotional Bible For Women Rose Metallic

Sheri Rose Shepherd, Tyndale House Publishers

Imitation Leather

$89.99

NLT Wide Margin Bible Filament Enabled Edition Black Cross (Red Letter Edition)

Tyndale House Publishers

Hardback

$89.99

NLT Premium Gift Bible Classic Black (Red Letter Edition)

Tyndale House Publishers

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

2 Reviews

$34.99

NLT Sanctuary in the Psalms

Dayspring

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

1 Review

Imitation Leather

$32.99

NLT the Book of Hope (Black Letter Edition) (1st Ed.)Tyndale House

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

1 Review

Paperback

$5.99

NLT Every Woman’s Bible Filament Enabled Sky Blue (Red Letter Edition)

Misty Arterburn, Naomi Cramer Overton, Tyndale House Publishers, Stephen Arterburn

Imitation Leather

$99.99

NLT Every Woman’s Bible Filament Enables Soft Gold (Red Letter Edition)

Stephen Arterburn, Misty Arterburn, Naomi Cramer Overton, Tyndale House Publishers

Imitation Leather

$99.99

NLT Courage For Life Study Bible For Women Filament-Enabled Edition

Ann White, Courage for Courage for Life, Tyndale House Publishers

Hardback

$79.99

NLT Premium Value Compact Bible Filament Enabled Edition Black Mountainscape

Tyndale House Publishers

Imitation Leather

$29.99

NLT Courage For Life Study Bible For Men Filament-Enabled Edition Onyx Lion

Ann White, Courage for Courage for Life, Robbie Goss, Tyndale House Publishers

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

1 Review

Imitation Leather

$89.99

NLT New Beginnings Bible (Anglicised) Navy Bible Society Australia

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

1 Review

Imitation Leather

$34.99

NLT Courage For Life Study Bible For Women Filament-Enabled Edition Brushed Aqua Blue

Ann White, Courage for Courage for Life, Tyndale House Publishers

Imitation Leather

$89.99

NLT Courage For Life Study Bible For Men Filament-Enabled Edition Rustic Brown Lion

Ann White, Courage for Courage for Life, Robbie Goss, Tyndale House Publishers

Imitation Leather

$89.99

NLT Personal Size Giant Print Bible Filament Enabled Edition Peony Pink (Red Letter Edition)Tyndale House

Imitation Leather

$69.99

NLT Courage For Life Study Bible For Men Filament-Enabled Edition

Ann White, Courage for Courage for Life, Robbie Goss, Tyndale House Publishers

Hardback

$79.99

NLT Dayspring Hope & Encouragement Bible Seafoam Green

Dayspring

Hardback

$89.99

NLT Chronological Life Application Study Bible 2nd Edition

Tyndale House Publishers

Hardback

$99.99

NLT Inspire 1 Timothy - Revelation Coloring and Creative Journaling

Tyndale House Publishers

Paperback

$34.99

NLT Inspire Acts & Romans Coloring & Creative Journaling Tyndale House

5.0

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

1 Review

Paperback

$32.99

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Frequently asked questions

Is the NLT an accurate Bible translation?

Yes. The NLT was translated from the Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek by about 90 scholars. It uses a thought-for-thought approach, expressing the meaning of each passage in natural, modern English rather than following the original word order. It’s a reliable translation for reading and devotion, and many readers pair it with a word-for-word translation like the ESV or NKJV for detailed study.

Is the NLT a paraphrase?

No. The NLT began as a revision of The Living Bible, a 1971 paraphrase by Kenneth Taylor. The NLT itself is a full translation, made by scholars working directly from the original-language texts and first published in 1996.

What’s the difference between the NLT and the NIV?

Both are modern translations based on the same early manuscripts. The NIV aims for a balance between word-for-word accuracy and readability. The NLT leans further towards natural, everyday English, so it reads more like conversation. The NLT is often easier for new readers and children, while the NIV sits closer to the original wording.

What is a Filament-enabled NLT Bible?

A Filament-enabled Bible works with the free Filament Bible app. Use your phone to scan the page you’re reading, and the app opens study notes, devotionals, maps and videos linked to that passage. The printed Bible stays clean and uncluttered, with the extra study material on your phone when you want it.

Is there an Anglicised NLT?

Yes. Anglicised NLT Bibles use Australian and British spelling, such as “Saviour” and “colour”, and are labelled “Anglicised” in the title. The translation is otherwise the same as the standard NLT.

Which NLT Bible should I buy?

Start with how you’ll use it:

For study: an NLT study Bible, such as the Life Application Study Bible or the NLT Study Bible.
For carrying: a thinline or compact edition, many with a zip closure.
For reading without strain: a large print edition.
For journaling and devotion: an Inspire journaling Bible or a devotional Bible.
For churches and outreach: Gift & Award Bibles and economy outreach editions are the most affordable.

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