The Oxford Study Bible: Revised English Bible with Apocrypha | 
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This is the first one-volume resource to introduce readers to the Bible by providing a complete overview of the world of biblical history and scholarship, plus commentary on the text.
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Customer Reviews:
• My Bible Of Choice- Hands Down 24 June, 2008
Speaking from an Anglican/Episcopalian perspective, this is my Bible of choice hands down. The REB Translation is lyrical and very understandable, and keeps closely to the ancient textual meaning. The helps are superb and clear. This Bible has assisted my study of God's word manyfold. It is a pleasure to open it up. Only wish it was offered in a leather bound version.
- Reviewed by customer ID: AXWTEHIE6Q390
• Oxford Study Bible 15 September, 2008
The Oxford Study Bible: Revised English Bible with Apocrypha
I am not a Theology student but need special help when in a Bible Study group or when preparing a program for a church women's group. I find this is not especially helpful. Maybe I need to try it a little longer to learn it fully.
- Reviewed by customer ID: AOCXCQ75UI7JO
• Great Bible, Explosive Language That Grabs You 04 September, 2007
There is no such thing as a perfect bible translation or version. Having said that, I love this Bible. The language is explosive and really grabs your attention. Let me allow it to speak for itself.
1 Peter 5:6-8 Humble yourselves , then, under God's mighty hand, and in due time he will lift you up. He care for you, so cast all your anxiety on him. Be on the alert! Wake Up! Your enemy the devil, like a roaring lion, prowls around looking for someone to devour. (Revised English Bible)
No, I'm not trying to make any biblical points through the verse above. I just wanted to show you how I feel this bible uses it's choice of the English language to really grab your attention. I will still use Bullinger's Companion Bible of the KJV as my main bible. However, in my humble opinion this is a solid Bible to reference in personal study. I know I will.
- Reviewed by customer ID: A3HS5U2UUSQP0N
• Readable Translation 15 May, 2008
Pros: The Revised English Bible is an excellent translation without the language being too old fashioned like the "King James" version or too flowery like "The New Living" translation.
Cons: It does contain the Apocrypha which makes it a thick and heavy bible.
- Reviewed by customer ID: A49ISC4QJV81Y
• Great Text, Skimpy Notes 13 December, 2007
I own five translations (NIV, NKJV, NRSV, Message, and REB) and find myself using this translation (REB) more than any other. I use the others for clarification or elucidation. Over six years of organized Bible studies, and many other years of individual study, the Oxford Study Bible has been my constant companion. I'll have other Bibles with me during the formal studies, but they are in addition to this one.
My only knock on this study Bible are the skimpy textual notes. For the most part the footnotes deal with historical or academic things, or are simply cross references. My NIV study Bible provides more spiritually or religiously oriented footnotes and textual notes. Still, the text of the Oxford Study Bible is clearer and a superior translation (in my opinion). I have two different commentaries as well, so footnotes aren't much of a problem for me. For those who don't want to invest in a commentary, though, be aware of this one limitation of this edition.
If I get into seminary, this Bible will be coming with me.
- Reviewed by customer ID: AMZJOT89UQG6X
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