The New Jerusalem Bible: Reader's Edition - Softcover

Edited By Henry Wansbrough

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0232527865 ISBN 13: 9780232527865

Publisher: Darton, Longman & Todd, 2010

Synopsis

The New Jerusalem Bible is recognised as one of today's most accurate, clear and modern translations, the fruit of long collaboration between leading biblical scholars. This Reader's Edition presents the New Jerusalem Bible in an easily accessible and manageable form suitable for everyone. It contains the full Bible, with special features to help you understand and navigate the text: * A Glossary, with verse references, explaining key terms and themes * A Chronological History, showing biblical events against contemporary world rulers and dynasties * An Index of Persons, with verse references * Brief Introductions to every book * Almost 200 Footnotes on key words and concepts

About this title

Review:

In 1956, scholars from L'Ecole Biblique in Jerusalem set their minds to translating the Scriptures from the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts, hoping they could preserve the most sacred Christian traditions and stories. By 1966, the first English-language Jerusalem Bible was published. Since then it has become a favored text for lay readers and scholars alike. The accessible language and richly recounted stories, poetry, and letters in this edition is consistent with previous versions. However, this latest version stands out because of its clear format--clean double columns with easy-to-read type and quick reference headings.

From the Publisher:

Contains the complete text of the ancient canon of scripture, along with up-to-date and extensive introductions and notes. Eight pages of color maps and indexes, including biblical themes, personal names, and major footnotes.

About this edition

• Publisher: Darton, Longman & Todd
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0232527865
• ISBN 13: 9780232527865
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 1449