The New American Bible is a faithful translation of the Holy Scriptures as they were originally written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. It has been produced with the purpose of offering the Spanish-speaking world the richness and power of the Word of God in such a way that it is a true devotional treasure and a practical instrument of study.

This new version is the product of the intense work and dedication of a considerable number of scholars from different Christian denominations, representatives of various countries in Latin America and the United States. It is published with the firm conviction that the Holy Scriptures, as written in the original languages, were inspired by God, and since they are His eternal Word, they speak with renewed power to each generation to impart the wisdom that leads to salvation in Christ, equipping the believer to enjoy an abundant and happy life on earth, and making him a living testimony of the truth for the eternal glory of God.

The Editorial Committee has observed four basic principles. He has tried to stick to the original languages ​​of the Holy Scriptures as much as possible and has observed the rules of grammar using an agile and entertaining style, trying to maintain his literary beauty. The New American Bible is offered in the assurance that those who seek the message and knowledge of the Holy Scriptures will find here a clear and faithful translation of the truth revealed by God in His Word.

The Four Ground Rules of The Lockman Foundation Publishing
1. Be faithful to the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek languages.
2. They will be grammatically correct.
3. They will be written in a language understandable to everyone.
4. They will give the Lord Jesus Christ his rightful place, the place that the Word of God gives him.

Translation principles
In the text of the New American Bible, an attempt has been made to use the grammar and terminology of contemporary Spanish.

The passages that are written poetically in the texts of the original languages ​​have also been written poetically in this version.