The Old ScofieldRG Study Bible, KJV, Reader's Edition: King James Version (Leather Bound)

~ C. I. Scofield (Editor)

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Since it first appeared in 1917, this edition of the Scofield Study Bible has been regarded by evangelical Christians as a classic work in its field. Its page by page framework of notes, cross-references, subject chain references, definitions, and comprehensive outlines help the reader to explore in depth the passages of Scripture. Now for a new generation of users, Oxford has re-set the Bible using the Authorized King James Version alongside Scofield's complete study notes. This style uses a black letter text for the whole Bible, and in addition to all the normal features of Scofield Bibles, it also incorporates full colour Oxford Bible Maps. The fine bound edition of the Old Scofield Study Bible includes all the textual features of the hardback, but in a good quality bonded leather binding, ensuring not only that the book is attractive, but also that it will last for many years in regular use. The binding features include a flexible bonded leather cover in semi yapp style, with gilt finish to the page edges, and gilt blocking on the front cover and spine. The Bible is finished with head and tail bands, and includes a ribbon marker. It is supplied in a two-piece box for protection. --This text refers to an alternate Leather Bound edition.

Product Details

• Leather Bound: 1616 pages
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA (January 8, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0195274040
• ISBN-13: 978-0195274042
• Product Dimensions: 10.5 x 7.5 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,982,218 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars OLD FAITHFUL, November 23, 2000

By	Michael JR Jose (the UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Old ScofieldRG Study Bible, KJV, Special Reader's Edition: King James Version (Leather Bound)

I must now replace my worn out KJV Scofield Reference Bible (1967 ed.) which I received as a gift in thirty years ago, and I find that there is still nothing quite like it on the market. Although text critical scholarship may have moved on, the basics of a book that has lasted millenia do not change in a mere century. As chief editor to the combined bible, commentary, and chain reference Scofield provides the basics - and more - very well indeed. I have found nothing quite so precise, so concise, and nothing displaying such moderation and common sense, all couched in a style with minimal jargon.

For the Old Testament there is a one-page introduction to the Pentateuch, the historical books, the poetic and wisdom books, and the prophetic books. For example, there is a description of the key technique of Hebrew poetry (parallelism of thought) in the introduction to the poetical and wisdom books. The basic variations on this technique are demonstrated with great clarity and economy. For the New Testament there is an introduction to the gospels, the epistles of Paul, and the general epistles.

One of my most loved features is the concise concordance at the back, which is compiled with an eclectic brilliance. Some of the footnotes are small masterpieces of exposition, some push concepts such as typology much too far. But I do not suppose Scofield would have declared this work to be perfect, or incapable of being usefully updated - and it would be hard to say that about any reference book.