The NIV Bible, or New International Version Bible, is a modern English translation of the Christian Bible. First published in 1978, it was created by a team of scholars who aimed to make the scriptures accessible and understandable to contemporary readers while maintaining accuracy to the original texts. The NIV is widely used in churches and personal study due to its balance of readability and fidelity to the original languages. It includes both the Old Testament and the New Testament, making it a complete version for those seeking to explore the teachings of Christianity.