Classic Reference Bible, Updated NASB [Leather Bound]

Zondervan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1999

Filled with the features that increase understanding with every use. - Complete text of the updated New American Standard Bible, today's most literal word-for-word translation. - Center-column references that unlock the depths of Scripture. - Maps and in-text charts for added insight while you read. - Introductions and outlines for every book of the Bible - Exclusive NASB Concordance for locating passages easily. - Easy-to-read typeface and verse-by-verse format with paragraph markers. - Presentation and Family Record pages for a lasting remembrance of significant events. - 8-page, full-color map section that accurately locates hundreds of important places in the Bible. - Red Letter text indicating the words of Christ. - Promises and Perspectives From the Bible.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Zondervan's traditional reference Bible now offers the word-for-word accuracy of the updated New American Standard Bible. With its charts, maps, and popular cross-reference system, the NASB Classic Reference Bible guides readers into revealing, in-depth studies on hundreds of topics. ? Extensive center-column reference system with references based on key words, phrases, and concepts allows for detailed study. ? Updated NASB translation is the most literal translation available. ? 14 in-text maps and charts provide a better understanding of the places and events depicted in the Bible. ? Large, clear type with bold verse numbers makes for easier reading. ? Extensive updated NASB concordance. ? 8 pages of full-color maps. ? 8 full-color presentation and family record pages. ? Text organized in paragraph form with subheadings and translators' footnotes. ? Red-letter text. ? Ribbon marker (leather editions).

From the Back Cover

Filled with the features that increase understanding with every use. - Complete text of the updated New American Standard Bible, today's most literal word-for-word translation. - Center-column references that unlock the depths of Scripture. - Maps and in-text charts for added insight while you read. - Introductions and outlines for every book of the Bible - Exclusive NASB Concordance for locating passages easily. - Easy-to-read typeface and verse-by-verse format with paragraph markers. - Presentation and Family Record pages for a lasting remembrance of significant events. - 8-page, full-color map section that accurately locates hundreds of important places in the Bible. - Red Letter text indicating the words of Christ. - Promises and Perspectives From the Bible.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Leather Bound: 1280 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan; Updated edition (April 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310931282
• ISBN-13: 978-0310931287
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.3 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,735,011 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

58 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent basic reference Bible in an excellent translation, January 5, 2000

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W. Larry Enzor (Taylorville, IL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Classic Reference Bible, Updated NASB (Leather Bound)

I was pleased to see this high quality reference Bible, as published by Zondervan, now available in the Updated NASB. I feel that the updated NASB has successfully corrected the rather stilted grammar of the original NASB while maintaining its high level of accuracy to the original Biblical languages.

This particular bible is a handy sized full reference bible, and the top grain leather binding appears to be very high quality which Zondervan guarantees for life. If you're in the market for a good reference bible in an excellent modern translation, and you don't need the added features of a study bible, this is as good a bible as you'll find, in my opinion.

44 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars NASB - 1977 ed., 1995 (Update), or Next edition????, May 26, 2002

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"keithpb" (Shalimar, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Classic Reference Bible, Updated NASB (Leather Bound)

Overall - I strongly recommend the NASB Update Edition bible over the KJV, NIV, or any other I've read. I've used the NASB translation since the original Creation House volume. For my money, the NASB's the most accurate.

Concerning the Greek Text, my studies show any verse the NASB questions, is indeed questionable, and those it omits, absolutely deserve omission. The Lockman Foundation, for some reason, in the 1995 Update Edition, reversed their tradition of accurately translating some Old Testament tribal names, reverting to the KJV errors. (Reason for 4 stars.) The Update Edition does correct the 1977's translation of Matthew 18:18, returning to a translation closer to the more accurate 1975 edition's rendering. (No translation's perfect. For instance, I haven't found one that accurately translates John 20:23.)

The NASB Classic Reference Bible is a good size for carrying and reading. I'd say it's just about the perfect size for a personal bible. A bible should be comfortable to hold, carry, read, and use when presenting Christ. In my opinion, the Extra Large study bibles are a nuisance to carry, uncomfortable to read (while standing, lying in bed, sitting on a couch, or in a recliner), cumbersome when presenting Christ and possibly intimidating. In short, luggable bibles belong in a study, where a desk can support them.

Unfortunately, publishers put the quality bindings on their more expensive study bibles because they think people will pay more for these massive tomes. Subsequently, I haven't found what I'd call a QUALITY edition in the medium format size.

I also own a Zondervan NIV Classic Reference Bible that's bound in Top Grain Leather. The binding on the NASB version is disappointing. I may have gotten a sub-standard copy because the binding on mine is an INSULT to leather bound bibles everywhere.

Still, Zondervan's Classic Reference bible is a good selection. If Zondervan wised up, bound it in genuine Moroccan Leather, and printed it on quality bible paper it'd be great.

28 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It is just great!, February 7, 2000

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David D Jr. - See all my reviews

This review is from: Classic Reference Bible, Updated NASB (Leather Bound)

This translation which remains to be the most accurate and literal in the english language is perfect for those who want a faithful and unbiased version of the scripture. Using for the old testament kittels Biblia Hebraica and the Nestle Aland 26th edition for the new testament you get well worth your money. This bible also has wonderful cross references for study. I would recommend purchasing the Foundation publications editon of this bible since it has the most beautiful genuine leather i have ever seen for a bible along with ALOT of space for your personal notes, either way it is winner. Highly recommended!