NASB Giant Print Reference Bible, Personal Size [Large Print] [Imitation Leather]

Zondervan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2001

- Center-Column Reference System---with references based on key words, phrases, and concepts. - Large Print---clear, readable type. - Two-Column Text in Paragraph Format---for easy reading and comprehension. - Full-Color Maps, Study Helps, Book Introductions, and Concordance. - Words of Christ in Red.

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- Center-Column Reference System—with references based on key words, phrases, and concepts. - Large Print—clear, readable type. - Two-Column Text in Paragraph Format—for easy reading and comprehension. - Full-Color Maps, Study Helps, Book Introductions, and Concordance. - Words of Christ in Red.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Imitation Leather: 1824 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan (April 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310919126
• ISBN-13: 978-0310919124
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.4 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,041,806 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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215 of 221 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Things you ought to know about this Bible ......., August 8, 2005

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J. Swartz (Fresno, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: NASB Giant Print Reference Bible, Personal Size (Imitation Leather)

Overall,this is a very nice Bible (especially considering the price). However, there are a few things you ought to know before making the purchase:
1) Giant Print = 9.5 point type. Despite what one of the other reviews states, it is NOT 14 point type. Therefore, although the font is larger than what you'll typically find in most Bibles, I think it would be more accurate to describe it as LARGE print (not GIANT print).
2) This Bible is NOT "leather bound." In fact, it is not even "bonded leather." It is, in Zondervan's words, "leather look." In other words, it LOOKS like leather, but is actually a (somewhat) bendable PAPER cover. Looks nice, but it's NOT the real thing!
3) Although I was expecting the cover to be BLACK, as the picture seemed to indicate, the cover is actually BURGUNDY. This may not be important to you, but it's still something you should know, I think.
4) I was expecting a ribbon marker, but there isn't one. (I guess I shouldn't assume.) :)
Bottom line: it's still a fine Bible, but it's not all that I'd hoped it would be. Hope this review helped! J. Swartz

46 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Really is Large Print!, March 30, 2005

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S Donahue (United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: NASB Giant Print Reference Bible, Personal Size (Imitation Leather)

This is a good edition of the NASBU. The print is dark and large and readable.It is LARGE print, not GIANT PRINT, and I think it is 9.5. But it is DARK. The binding has improved greatly since when it first appeared. The leather does not feel so plastic-ky. It's a sewn binding, folks!!! made in Korea.It would be nice if Zondervan would put this one in Genuine Leather! A cheap, Imitation Leather edition without a ribbon marker and dull-gold page edging is also available.
There are Book Intros and a nice concordance. I find no faults here. Enjoy.

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't Listen To The Nay-Sayer's - This One Is A Winner, May 11, 2007

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J. Arnold (Southern California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: NASB Giant Print Reference Bible, Personal Size (Imitation Leather)

Before making this purchase I spent hours engrossed in comparison shopping. After making all of the camparisons I made my selection, this selection. But before making the purchase, I read all 18 of the previous reviews and determined that at least 3 different publications, including this one, had been reviewed. Most of the negative comments were made regarding other versions of the NASB. So when considering this product, please take all of that negativity with a grain of salt.

So here goes my two-cents worth.
After many years of "Bible Study", (most of my life), it occured to me that I had engaged in much study, but very little actual reading of the Bible. So at the tender age of 59 I have made it my GOAL to read God's Word start to finish. YUP -- THE WHOLE THING! I wanted a translation that was easy to read and understand, and was in large print for the sake of my tired old eyes. It had to be small enough to hold in any situation, travel with me when necessary, and soft bound for ease of handling. This publication has all of that and more.

The text is contemporary in style and provides an understandable and easy reading experience, without losing any of the true impact of God's message in the translation. The paper is thin, but no more so than many other Bible translations I have used, and perfect to support the large print with as few pages as possible in order to conserve on size and weight. The flexible binding, while not real leather, is comfortable in the hand, yet strong, well made and durable. Oh and by the way, I don't need a ribbon to mark my progress. I have a special, personalized bookmark from my daughter that serves that purpose very nicely.

Oh I know; there are some nay-sayers who may fault the NASB for not being literal enough. But I consider this to be an advantage for those who just want to enjoy reading God's Word, and who want to let the Bible speak to them in a way they can understand. I have often found literal translations to be tedious and difficult to follow. I have done enough comparison studies to know that God's message rings true in this translation, as well as in any others. Keep in mind, this publication was meant to provide an easy to read version of God's Word, the Holy Bible, accurate, but meant to be enjoyed. It was not published for use as a keystone study guide.

Sure, I know that the NASB translation committee chose to remove God's personal name, a practice that I dispute and do not agree with. But I don't need to see it in print to know that "The LORD's" name is Jehovah, or to understand the truth about his message and purpose for man. The same principle holds true for other minor doctrinal disputes. The truth of God's Word will always shine through to the reader who desires to understand it.

To sum it up -- This version of the NASB is everything that I had hoped it would be. Perfect for comfortable reading, or balancing on my lap for reference during group Bible studies. The convenient print size and contemporary, (not clunky), language of the NASB flows comfortably and makes this translation of the Holy Bible a pleasure to simply read and enjoy. So much so that while reading I find that the time flies by and when I finally close it and set it down until the next time, I find myself relaxed and at peace. I'm no "Bible Thumper", but for the first time in my life I really look forward to my daily reading, not studying, just reading, every day.

For simple reading pleasure, at under $20 you won't find a better deal, or more enjoyable version of the NASB translation of the Bible on the market. My copy has become one of my best friends.