Customer Reviews

NIV Classic Reference Bible

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I recommend this as an everyday-use Bible.

Don't be mis-led by the photo at the top of the page. This Bible has a high-quality, plain navy blue leather cover with silver printing on the binder and silver-leaf pages.

As with all NIV's the print is clear and easy to read. The page is in a two-column format, with Christ's words in red letters. The layout is clean since there are no study guides or running commentaries (a plus as far as I am concerned; I find them distracting). There is a brief concordance with a few maps in the back.

It's a clear, readable, and convenient Bible that should last for years.

I been reading this Bible for close to eight years now and love it so much, I am purchasing two for my 2 daughters.

The Cross Reference System in this Bible is an excellant reference tool for those new to reading the Bible. I purchased my first, after reading the introduction and preface. It is a new translation from the best available Hebrew, Aramaic and Greek texts.

The sectional headings, at the beginning of each book, Summarize the title, background, author, date of writing, theme of Book, and Message, which for me, enhanced my reading of each Book.

I think this is an excellent bible. The type is just right. Many bibles have very small print or the large print edition seems too big. I looked at alot of bibles before deciding on this one. I wanted one without all the "busy" references, notes, etc. If you want a study bible, then this is not for you.
The only drawback is that the pages are too thin. You can see through them to the other side. And, if you write notes or highlight, it comes through the page. I would like better quality paper and certainly would pay more for that if I could find a simple bible with good paper.
But, for the price, I highly recommend it. It is a lovely gift Bible as well esp. if you have their name engraved on the front. I bought one for each of my family so we all have the same edition and version and can read together.

The product was in great condition when I received it. Amazon did a great job helping me find this item. I was very please with Amazon.