Biblia Latinoamericana

The Biblia Latinoamericana is one of the most widely used Spanish-language Catholic translations of the Bible in Latin America. Originally published in 1972, it was the result of a collaborative effort led by Father Bernardo Hurault and Father Ramón Ricciardi. The translation was specifically designed to be accessible to the common people of the region, featuring pastoral notes and language tailored to the local context.

Manufacturing of these physical copies typically occurs in several countries across Latin America and Spain to meet regional demand, with major printing hubs in Mexico, Colombia, and Spain. The brand and editorial rights are managed by Editorial Verbo Divino and San Pablo, two major Catholic publishing houses. These companies operate as religious organizations dedicated to the dissemination of spiritual literature.

Ultimate ownership is held by the respective religious congregations: the Society of the Divine Word (Verbo Divino) and the Society of St. Paul (San Pablo). These international missionary organizations are headquartered in Italy and Germany but maintain a strong decentralized presence throughout the Spanish-speaking world to manage local distribution and printing.