The Holy Bible: Updated New American Standard Bible- Containing the Old Testament and the New Testament [Large Print] [Hardcover]

Zondervan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1999

Let the Word of God be your constant companion You want a conveniently sized Bible, but you also want to read the print comfortably. This edition gives you both---and extra features. Slip this handy Bible into your purse or pocket for boosts of inspiration and strength throughout the day! The New American Standard Bible Thinline edition is sized just right for briefcase, purse, or coat pocket, yet the large print reads as easily as bigger, heavier, stay-at-home Bibles. The sleek styling and affordability of this Bible make it a perfect traveling companion. Take it with you wherever you go. The complete text of the New American Standard Bible offers the most literal, word-for-word translation available today. Additional features include a double-column format; a concordance; and helpful articles on the ministry and miracles of Jesus, perspectives from the Bible, and a list of promises for various life situations, including loneliness, anxiety, peace, love, guidance, and more. The NASB Thinline Bible Large Print edition is designed for readability and delivers a crystal clear, 10.1-point large-print typeface that's easy on the eyes. New American Standard Bible, Update Edition: The most literal, word-for-word English Translation available, updated to unfold more nuances of meaning. Vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure have been carefully revised to improve readability. The NASB is excellent for Bible study because it aims at a precise translation of the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. The NASB represents a conservative, literal approach to translation. More than 20 translators and conservative Bible scholars, representing a variety of denominational backgrounds, spent nearly three years completing the project. The team carefully adhered to the principles of literal translation and made no attempt to interpret Scripture through translation. The original NASB was complete in 1971. The 1995 edition made several updates. Words that have changed meaning have been updated; the archaic pronouns 'Thee' and 'Thou' have been eliminated in reference to Deity; verbs that have a wide range of meaning have been retranslated to better account for their use in the context; punctuation and paragraphing have been formatted to today's standards; and notes about the ancient manuscripts have been revised to include more new and interesting facts. Easy on the eyes for people on the go It's a small Bible with large print! When you want to take the Bible with you, the NASB Thinline Bible Large Print edition travels along wherever you go. This full-text Bible fits easily into your pocket or purse, yet has a clean, readable 10.1-point large print type that's easy on the eyes. Features include a concordance, and a double-column format. Special study helps like 'Perspectives from the Bible,' 'Ministry, Teachings, Miracles, and Parables of Jesus,' and 'Promises from the Bible' offer information for greater understanding in your reading. The updated New American Standard Bible is an affordable alternative to take with you wherever you travel, slipping easily into suitcase, pocket, or purse without weighing you down. Features include: * Thin---measures only 3/4 inch---to fit easily into pocket or purse * Today's most literal translation for in-depth understanding of the Bible text * Concordance helps you locate important verses quickly * 'Perspectives from the Bible' help you gain a clear overview * 'Ministry, Teachings, Miracles, and Parables of Jesus' offer insight on the ministry of Christ * 'Promises from the Bible' help you apply the Word to your lifefe * Double-column format * Large 10.1-point type

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

Zondervan proudly announces two great classics in one new Bible. The NASB Thinline Bible--Large Print joins the revered New American Standard translation with the popular and practical Thinline format. It offers all the advantages of Zondervan's other Thinline Bibles:* Thin size--less than one inch--makes for lighter weight, less volume, and greater ease in transporting. * Updated NASB translation is the most literal translation available. * Large, readable type. * Double-column format provides a classic feel. * Updated NASB concordance. * 8 pages of full-color maps. * 8 full-color presentation and family record pages. *Red-letter text.? Ribbon marker (leather editions). This handsome Bible is ideal for men and women on the go, who want a Bible to carry with them. It's perfect for visitations, meetings, air travel, and any situation in which compact size equals big convenience.

From the Back Cover

Let the Word of God be your constant companion

You want a conveniently sized Bible, but you also want to read the print comfortably. This edition gives you both—and extra features. Slip this handy Bible into your purse or pocket for boosts of inspiration and strength throughout the day! The New American Standard Bible Thinline edition is sized just right for briefcase, purse, or coat pocket, yet the large print reads as easily as bigger, heavier, stay-at-home Bibles. The sleek styling and affordability of this Bible make it a perfect traveling companion. Take it with you wherever you go.

The complete text of the New American Standard Bible offers the most literal, word-for-word translation available today. Additional features include a double-column format; 8 pages of full-color maps; a concordance; and helpful articles on the ministry and miracles of Jesus, perspectives from the Bible, and a list of promises for various life situations, including loneliness, anxiety, peace, love, guidance, and more. The NASB Thinline Bible Large Print edition is designed for readability and delivers a crystal clear, 10.1-point large-print typeface that’s easy on the eyes.

New American Standard Bible, Update Edition: The most literal, word-for-word English Translation available, updated to unfold more nuances of meaning. Vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure have been carefully revised to improve readability. The NASB is excellent for Bible study because it aims at a precise translation of the original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek. The NASB represents a conservative, literal approach to translation. More than 20 translators and conservative Bible scholars, representing a variety of denominational backgrounds, spent nearly three years completing the project. The team carefully adhered to the principles of literal translation and made no attempt to interpret Scripture through translation. The original NASB was complete in 1971. The 1995 edition made several updates. Words that have changed meaning have been updated; the archaic pronouns "Thee" and "Thou" have been eliminated in reference to Deity; verbs that have a wide range of meaning have been retranslated to better account for their use in the context; punctuation and paragraphing have been formatted to today’s standards; and notes about the ancient manuscripts have been revised to include more new and interesting facts.

Easy on the eyes for people on the go

It’s a small Bible with large print! When you want to take the Bible with you, the NASB Thinline Bible Large Print edition travels along wherever you go. This full-text Bible fits easily into your pocket or purse, yet has a clean, readable 10.1-point large print type that’s easy on the eyes. Features include 8 pages of full-color maps, a concordance, and a double-column format. Special study helps like "Perspectives from the Bible," "Ministry, Teachings, Miracles, and Parables of Jesus," and "Promises from the Bible" offer information for greater understanding in your reading. The updated New American Standard Bible is an affordable alternative to take with you wherever you travel, slipping easily into suitcase, pocket, or purse without weighing you down.

Features include: • Thin—measures only ¾ inch—to fit easily into pocket or purse • Today’s most literal translation for in-depth understanding of the Bible text • Concordance helps you locate important verses quickly • "Perspectives from the Bible" help you gain a clear overview • "Ministry, Teachings, Miracles, and Parables of Jesus" offer insight on the ministry of Christ • "Promises from the Bible" help you apply the Word to your life • 8 pages of full color maps locate biblical places • Double-column format • Large 10.1-point type

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Hardcover: 1152 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan Publishing House; Updated edition (April 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310917964
• ISBN-13: 978-0310917960
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 6.5 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #428,689 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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51 of 60 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Strong on text, weak on notes, April 15, 2000

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This review is from: The Holy Bible: Updated New American Standard Bible- Containing the Old Testament and the New Testament (Hardcover)

The NASB is widely recognized as the most literal contemporary translation of the Bible, and the 1995 Update enhances this translation's readability. This Thinline edition is both a convenient and attractive presentation of the NASB text, with its slender size, large print, and tasteful binding. However, this edition has one serious drawback, not apparent until one opens the book (as I discovered the hard way!}--namely, its deletion of most of the translators' own footnotes. Though clearly this was done to save space, these notes, which discuss grammatical points and provide alternative renderings of the Hebrew and Greek texts, are the most informative of any translation; they contribute significantly to the NASB's primary value as a tool for close, detailed word study. For some readers, therefore, the Thinline's convenience and appeal to the eye may have been achieved at too high a cost to its usefulness.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Large Print and thin makes it a great combination, May 30, 2002

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This review is from: The Holy Bible: Updated New American Standard Bible- Containing the Old Testament and the New Testament (Hardcover)

the large print makes reading the bible more enjoyable. i am not straining my eyes which causes fatigue. less fatigue makes reading the WORD more enjoyable and have longer devotionals. the real great feature is that it is really really thin!!! so it is more portable and convient to praise the creator and meditate in this glory.
this is the second one that i am buying for a friend.... :^)

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pure Sacred Scripture, Word for Word, April 15, 2002

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Mark Lee (Woodruff, UT USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Holy Bible: Updated New American Standard Bible- Containing the Old Testament and the New Testament (Hardcover)

Okay, so I'm a Roman Catholic and wish they'd also translated the Deuterocanonical (Protestant "Apocryphal") books. Still, this is the best study Bible out there. The translators have held to their literal word-for-word translation philosophy (as opposed to though-for-thought "translation," or concept-for-concept "interpretation of some of the weaker English Bibles). The only significant criticism, worth about a 1/2 star is that modern study can still benefit from the technically archaic second person singlar/plural (thou, thee, thy, thine and you, ye, your, yours) when attempting to discern whether or not the addressor was speaking to single persons, or more than one. I keep my KJV handy for that, in addition to my Spanish Reina-Valera 1960. : )

Ignore those who complain about lack of notes. This Bible wasn't meant to have them. Get yourself a good couple of commentaries and have at it, if notes are what you want.