Customer Reviews

The Scofieldï¿1/2 Study Bible III, KJV

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I decided to get a copy of the New Scofield Study Bible (aka Scofield Study Bible III) because I heard that the King James Version of it contains significantly more notes that correct some of the problems with the King James translation (i.e. words that had different meanings in 1611 than they do today, etc...). It also contains other notes and study helps that are not in the Old Scofield Bible. BUT, I would not recommend getting this one instead of the old one.

The back cover says that Scofield's notes and study system have been augmented (not revised). I beg to differ on this. They have shortened A LOT of the subject headings that Scofield included throughout the text, and have not always included Scofield's notes word for word, but have taken out parts, and added their (editors') own insights. They have removed a lot of Scofield's extremely helpful "parenthetic" designations. I'm of the opinion that if they're going to keep Scofield's name on the Bible, they shouldn't mess with his notes. Adding more notes, referrances and study helps, and even notes that disagree with some of Scofield's original conclusions, is fine (Scofield was just as fallible as anyone else...). They just should have left his notes put.

This being said, this Bible does deserve 5 stars. It is extremely helpful, well laid out, and the "Black/Acorn Basketweave B.L." edition is quite nice. If you're only going to buy one Scofield Bible though, get the Old one (1917 notes).

This Bible is just what I was looking for, my daughter wanted a study bible that was not huge but still contained a lot of information, this is the one and it also has a zipper cover!

This Bible is so beautifully made! I do enjoy the fact that it lays open easily anywhere you are reading. It would be a bit heavy to carry to church, but is a lovely, exquisitely made Bible for study at home! And such information!! Maps pertaining to the subject are scattered throughout the scriptures with larger, more detailed color maps in the back. Maps are so helpful. I have a fondness for the KJV translation and appreciate the foot notes along the side of the text. I'm very happy with my purchase!! I highly recommend this Study Bible!!!

It was exactly what I was looking for. I love reading it and using it to study the scriptures.

The best bible ever made, great comentary and information. A must have if you're a student of the word.

I am again impressed with the quality construction of an Oxford University Press Bible. I am in no way a dispensation advocate but like the attention paid to "types" and "shadows."

I have found this bible to be a valuable study tool. The introduction and outline of each book, as well as the brief history and time lines are great. The Scofield Study Bible III, KJV, is a wonderful addition to any study library.

I ordered this along with another Scofield study bible because I needed another study bible. I loved my Ryrie and wanted to see if I could do better since some of the doctrine in the notes was off. But, this provides less reference scriptures. And that was critical for me. So, if I had to do it again--I would not order this one. I would order another Ryrie Study Bible.

I was praying for an opportunity to purchase an affordable Scofield study bible & this presented itself. It's a KJV & the print's not tiny so I can manage it. The study aids are generous & true to the original while offering timely updating that coincides with archaeological findings. I'm very happy with this version & recommend it to anyone interested in the reputation, scholarship & integrity that Scofield bibles have maintained over time for the Word.

With Amazon's super fast delivery and wonderful service this bible arrived one day early.
I got this as a gift for my wife and she LOVES it! The text is easy to read and the references and study notes and commentary are all excellent. I would suggest that any New Christian would benefit greatly with this study Bible as it gives an outline for each book of the Bible and there are all kinds of great useful material in this Bible.