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The Revised English Bible (With Apocrypha) [Hardcover]

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June 22, 1995
This acclaimed translation is a revision of the best-selling New English Bible. Compiled by a committee representing all major churches, the REB is praised for its modern style and accuracy. It is regarded as the most eloquent and literary translation available.

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`fresh, direct, acceptable, and authoritative, the language of which flows like fine music whether read privately or in public...a Bible for all ages and for all churches, for school assemblies and classes. It may well become the Bible for the twenty-first century.' Churchman

`I commend The Revised English Bible to you without reservation. I trust that it will become established as "the Bible for everyone", both in private use and in the public worship of the Church.' Donald Coggan, Chairman, The Joint Committee of the Churches

`we now have, second to none, a modern-language version which is expressly aimed at public reading' Reginald Fuller, Tablet

`There is a rich store of meaning and inspiration in the new version.' Reginald Fuller, Tablet

`less cluttered with unnecessary words...It's simpler and nearer the ordinary language that people recognise' Methodist Recorder

'There is nothing archaic about the English of the REB: it is good modern higher journalism without an excess of colloquialisms...this is a monumental work of scholarship and a marvellous testimony to the power of our somewhat etiolated English.' Anthony Burgess, Observer

`I am impressed with the REB. It is `user friendly'...I went to one of my favourite passages - Phil 4 - and felt there was a freshness and directness about the translation that would help us all in relating the Apostle's words to the way we live...This is a translation worth getting and using.' Bishop George Carey, Church of England Newspaper

'Certainly this new translation is to be welcomed. And out just before the Christmas rush begins, too ... No doubt many of you will find a large square parcel distending the toe of your stocking. Have a good read!' Pamela Egan, Together

`generally good, even brilliant in places' Hamilton Spectator

'a modern miracle of grace to rejoice the spirit: a new-look ecumenical Bible, the mellowed fruit of 15 years' dedicated scholarship ... an authoritative Bible one can only trust will be almost universal ... It is for everyone, and for preachers a "must"; a superb addition to the Christian gift list.' Methodist Recorder --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 1296 pages
  • Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (June 22, 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0191012203
  • ISBN-13: 978-0191012204
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 1.6 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,772,376 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars Unparalleled for Accuracy and Elegance, June 25, 2000
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Kim S. Pensinger (Essex Junction, Vermont) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Revised English Bible (With Apocrypha) (Hardcover)
I received my first copy of the Revised English Bible from a fellow minister for whom I had done some translation work on one of his books. It didn't take long before the REB became not only my personal devotional Bible but also my preferred pulpit Bible as well. Since that time I have recommended it to countless friends, taken it to Bible conferences for exposure and given it as gifts. Many have commented on its accuracy, clarity and readability, and dozens have made the REB their Bible of choice.

There is a clarity about the REB that brings an accurate understanding of some of the more difficult and obscure passages of the Bible. I experienced breakthrough after breakthrough in my understanding of many subtle passages of Scripture - and that after 20 years of preaching. Of special note is the poetry of the Bible. Poetry is in fact poetry in the REB and at times the reading of certain verses has literally captivated congregations setting the stage for good preaching.

The REB incorporates the most recent texts from the Dead Sea Scrolls which makes it one of the most, if not the most, relevant and accurate translations around.

I have been reading it for over five years and I have yet to find another version of Scripture that in any way rivals it.

Blessings,

Pastor Kim Pensinger MMFI Apostolic Board Member

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