Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: New Testament

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He is a supporter of Pope Benedict XVI's theological approach to biblical interpretation and this study NT reflects this unique background. The annotations are significantly expanded compared to the classic RSV edition, and are more interpretive.

inches, containing sturdy, slightly cream-colored paper, which includes a 165-page concordance, a 15-page doctrinal topical index, and a handful of basic color maps. Brief (1-3 page) introductions to each book compliment thorough annotations, which excel at providing background and context, but can sometimes seem to lack an appreciation for the Scriptures as the inspired Word of God, which will frustrate some readers. The Catholic Study Bible has a decent translation, but also problematic non-traditional notes throughout.

The Navarre Bible is a more faithful and extensive resource that counts more as a commentary set than a study Bible.In 2005, he was awarded the Pope Benedict XVI Chair of Biblical Theology and Liturgical Proclamation at St. e., modern critical) scholarship, however – and thus it can serve as a good resource, so long as it is understood for what it is. In addition to the notes, topical essays and word studies include interpretations from the Fathers of the Church, the Catholic Magisterium, and faithful Catholic scholars.

OF course to be fair to my dear catechist- I am a bit more mature now, madly in love with Jesus, and not so boy-crazy any more! This book, although it is just the New Testament, is larger and heavier than an average complete bible.This landmark resource, the first fully-based on the authoritative NABRE translation, contains the trustworthy study notes, expanded essays, and informational sidebars which have guided and informed students and general readers for 25 years. Interestingly, it is the only [legitimate Bible ]translation to transliterate the divine name (the Hebrew tetragrammaton) as “Yahweh”. Donald Senior , CP, is President Emeritus, Chancellor, and Professor of New Testament Studies at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago.