The Companion Bible: Enlarged Type Edition [LARGE PRINT] (Hardcover)

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OA doozy of a study Bible. (Kristofer Upjohn Pine Bluff Commerical Newspaper )

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(Notes and appendices by E. W. Bullinger) A classic one-volume study Bible in the King James Version. Helps include 198 appendices, including explanations of Hebrew words and their uses; charts; parallel passages; maps; lists of proper names; calendars; and timelines. A popular study Bible now available in this enlarged type edition. (20040603)

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 2176 pages
• Publisher: Kregel Publications; Englarged Type edition (August 12, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0825420997
• ISBN-13: 978-0825420993
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 1.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (131 customer reviews)
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78 of 80 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Stick to the topic..., February 4, 2005

By	Michael A. Oxley (Riverside, CA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

It is unfortunate that many reviewers of the Companion Bible talk more of one man's ministry than of this most excellent bible. This bible is used by many ministries and a discussion of their merits and mistakes simply does not belong here. Let's stick to the subject matter, the book itself, shall we?

This bible is a King James Version and as such should be familiar to anyone. Each page is split in two, one side containing the KJV text and the other side containing E.W. Bullinger's notes. There is also an impressive set of appendices that cover almost any topic you could ask about.

As you read the KJV text, there are notations that tell you when Bullinger has something to say about the verse or word noted. These comments are in the side bar next to the KJV text. Here's a warning: to save space, Bullinger sometimes will reference a previous verse where he has already explained the word in question. Backtracking these quickly becomes a chore, so I use a Strong's Concordance to find the word faster. These 'notes' also help you to break the bible down into an organized outline, often revealing a deeper meaning in the texts.

The appendices included are small essays and charts explaining everything from Greek grammar, to Hebrew customs and figures of speech. You simply cannot understand any bible unless you fully read and understand Bullinger's appendices. Be warned that some appendices contain information that is controversial. Rest assured, however, that Bullinger offers biblical and historical proof for each of his statements. Judge for yourself if these have any merit.

E.W. Bullinger never really wanted his name associated with this bible so as to let his work, not his name, speak for itself. His comments in the Companion Bible reflect the time period in which he lived (late 1800's) and offer insight into many Christian theories that were new in his time, but to us now seem old. The rapture theory and the gap theory being two of these.

Buy this bible. Read this bible. Though you may disagree with some of Bullinger's comments, you will never regret your purchase.

47 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Companion Bible-The VERY BEST STUDY BIBLE in print., December 14, 1996

By A Customer

This review is from: The Companion Bible (Hardcover)

There is no doubt in my mind that The Companion Bible is the best Study Bible available to date. No other Bible has the kind of exhaustive information found in this Bible. EVERY (absolutely EVERY) single page of verse has study notes. Many pages have more than half their space filled with study notes, both technical notes for hardcore readers, and helpful clarifications for the layman. And then there are the dates in the margin, the extensive structure outlines, and 198 comprehensive appendices in the back about everything from the Greek classification of figures of speech as used in the Bible, to weights and measures, to the day of Jesus' burial. I am appalled that this Bible is priced the same as other study Bibles, considering that its value far surpasses that of every other study Bible I have ever seen. Unfortunately, very few people know about The Companion Bible, or about E.W. Bullinger himself, who was truly a genius of his time. I have reviewed many Bibles, probaly 20 to 30 of the most popular on the market over the years, but I would recommend no other Bible before the Companion Bible. If you are serious about making the Word of God a part of your life, you have no excuse for not obtaining this Bible; The Companion Bible is a work of art and a definite must-have!

122 of 131 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For deeper students, July 10, 2000

By A Customer

The fact is, that in order to understand the Fathers word we need to go back to the original languages. (You have read this from most of the other reviews, bar a few)

Also, we need to understand that the Scripture (s) when translated to English from the original tongues (in most cases) does not portray the true meaning of what the Father wrote. Make no mistake, this is done with a purpose! There are many scriptures that state that many of His children will not understand His word? Why? Because we do not take the time, knowledge brings wisdom and wisdom allows you to apply His word in your life. The more you apply His word the more He reveals to you.

What I will comment on is the legitimacy of the Companion Bible. The Companion is the KJV but it also gives you the option (along with other needed study tools) of reading and absorbing the meaning of the phrase, word, parable, etc, from the original language. Don't get me wrong many other Bibles also do this but they choose to do the research for you and then change the translation for you! Will you really allow a stranger make a life altering decision for you?

The Companion also leaves out mans traditional religious thinking. A reviewer wrote that Bullinger leaves out some of these traditions and that the Companion is based in part, on little or no true information. The Companions author had the wisdom to understand that no one flesh being completely understands all of the Fathers word. Bullinger gives you the options to form your own understanding. Bullinger comes clean and states that the answer is not clear or you can tell when something is supposition.

God states that His word is of no private interpretation. To gain Knowledge and wisdom which equates to the Fathers Blessings in your life, one must do their own study. This is what makes the Companion Bible so important for Gods children. If you are truly sincere in finding what God said in His letters to us, the Companion Bible is one of the reference tools you need. For the serious student it is a must. For the curious that have studied for themselves but have hit a dead end, it will inspire thoughts and questions. The Companion will allow you to start to understand Gods word for yourself. In a way that will answer many questions about the past, present and future periods of the time. Our role in the Fathers eternal plan depends on understanding scripture as correct as fleshly possible. The Companion allows you to rid yourself of the fantasy, mysticism, mystery and mans traditional thinking that has been wrongly injected into the Fathers Words.

With His Blessings.