NIV Compact Thinline Reference Bible [Paperback]

Zondervan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 2007

The Bible for people on the go, in the perfect size for pocket or purse. The Compact Reference Bible packs the features of a reference Bible into a handy, take-anywhere package. It's ideal for the active man or woman who seeks both portability and study power. These qualities, along with its elegant Italian Duo-Tone cover, make this Bible practical and extremely handsome. It's durable. Feature-rich. And ready to provide the comfort and guidance of Scripture wherever you go. Features include a beautiful, durable new binding style in popular color combinations. Center-column reference system with references based on key words, phrases, and concepts. Handy compact size. Double-column format. Presentation page, ribbon marker. Words of Christ in red letter. Best-selling New International Version. Concordance. 8 full-color maps.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Paperback: 1344 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan (May 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310937582
• ISBN-13: 978-0310937586
• Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 4.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,644,746 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!, October 4, 2007

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Emily Goff "Me Heart Books" (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews
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This Bible was great and informative. It had well-detailed maps, and extremely helpful foot notes. It's a good read for those who are just getting accustomed to the Bible, like I am. The text is small but oh it is SO handy to be able to keep this book in your purse!

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Consider size before you buy, April 2, 2009

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Since this is an excellent Bible that is accurately described, why would I give it less than a 5 star review? Because it is not as small and compact as I hoped it would be. This Bible is about the size of a VHS tape, but about an inch shorter in bookshelf height. I find myself carrying my full size NIV Thinline Reference Bible instead of this compact version because it is easier to read and not that much bigger or heavier (1 1/4 versus 3/4 lb.). This compact edition is only 1.7 inches narrower, and 2.4 inches shorter than my full size leather bound edition. While the paperback compact edition I bought will snugly fit into the back pocket of a pair of jeans or khakis, it is not particularly comfortable to carry there because of its 1" thickness. Carrying a Bible in a back pocket could also damage its binding. Even though I am over 50 years of age, I have no problem reading the small 6.3 black and red type with bifocals; but, some of my friends do --- particularly reading the red letter type. The center column cross references and the concordance appear to be equivalent to those of the full size edition. Surprisingly, the back of this Bible has the same set of color maps as the full size edition which is very rare in a Bible this size. To protect the pages, consider purchasing an edition whose cover offers protection or consider transporting this Bible in a well fitting sleeve, zip lock bag, or compartment. If it fits, this would be an excellent reference Bible for a backpack, purse, duffle bag, airline carryon bag, or camp shorts' large pocket.

If you just need a small complete Bible that fits in a shirt pocket, can read small 4 to 5 point type, and don't require the NIV translation, cross references, concordance, or maps; you may wish to consider the NASB Pocket Bible. NASB Pocket Bible

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars great buy, January 7, 2008

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P. mccash "book monster" (casper, wyoming,usa) - See all my reviews
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I BOUGHT THIS ITEM AS A GIFT AND IT WAS WELL RECIEVED. THEY LOVED IT. THE PRICE WAS COMPETITIVE WITH OTHERS AND THEY APPRECIATED GETTING IT A GREAT DEAL.