Making Scripture Accessible: The Easy-to-Understand Bible, Audiobook Narration & Faith for Modern Listeners with Dan Parr

On Inner Light, host Aanya speaks with Dan Parr, publisher and narrator of the Easy-to-Understand Bible—a contemporary rewording and audio narration designed to remove language barriers without losing scriptural intent. Dan explains how a Facebook reading of Luke became a four-year journey through the entire Bible, why he cross-checked multiple translations and commentaries verse-by-verse, and how narration deepened his spiritual life. We also discuss accessibility vs. accuracy, inviting new readers through clear language, and Dan’s personal origin story that shaped his sense of calling.

   

About the guest:  

Dan Parr is a voice actor, publisher, and narrator of the Easy-to-Understand Bible—a modern-language rewording aimed at clarity for first-time and returning readers. What began with Luke and Acts expanded into a complete Bible narration available on major audiobook platforms.

   

Key takeaways:  

• The Easy-to-Understand Bible began as a single Luke reading and grew—book by book—into a complete, four-year project.

• Dan used public-domain baselines and reworded verse-by-verse, checking multiple translations and commentaries to preserve author intent.

• Clarity isn’t compromise: simplifying phrasing, defining terms in-line (e.g., “cubit ≈ 18 inches”), and using today’s cadence can widen entry without diluting meaning.

• Narration shaped Dan’s faith: working passage-by-passage fostered a sense of collaboration with God and a deeper grasp of themes like persistent divine pursuit.

• Paul’s letters require slow reading; rephrasing invites reflection rather than rushing, which matches their dense theological design.

• Accessibility helps seekers who might abandon archaic language; those doing deep study can still pair this with a study Bible.

• Personal calling: Dan’s birth story and later return to church informed a conviction that everyone has purpose, discovered through steady engagement with Scripture.

• Practical tip: start with 5 minutes daily in an approachable translation; let consistency build understanding and peace over time.

 

Connect with the guest  

• Audible: Search “Dan Parr” for the Easy-to-Understand Read Bible (full Bible, daily plans, chronological options, individual books).

• Amazon: Search “Dan Parr Bible” for print/ebook/audio listings.

• LinkedIn: Search “Dan Parr Bible” and connect.

 

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