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The Apologetics Study Bible: Understand Why You Believe
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Anonymous,
Ted Cabal , Charles Colson , Chad Owen Brand , E. Ray Clendenen , Paul Copan , J.P. Moreland , Norman L. Geisler
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The Apologetics Study Bible will help today's Christian better understand, defend and proclaim their beliefs in this age of increasing moral and spiritual relativism.More than one-hundred key questions and articles placed throughout the volume about faith and science prompt a rewarding study experience at every reading.
Highlights of this new thinking person’s edition of...more
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Hardcover, 2048 pages
Published
October 1st 2007
by Holman Bible Publishers
(first published 2007)
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Aug 04, 2011
Jacob Aitken
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I must admit my biases up front. I lean towards a presuppositional apologetic. Seemingly, I would take issue with many of the articles, but I really don't. The editors sought those who are recognized in the evangelical world for the skill in both philosophical theology and applying the bible to tough questions. They did not let us down.
Pros of the Study Bible:
1. Some of the articles are simply outstanding. I can't say more. The ones by Frame, Russell Moore, Copan, and Walt Kaiser are quite good....more
Pros of the Study Bible:
1. Some of the articles are simply outstanding. I can't say more. The ones by Frame, Russell Moore, Copan, and Walt Kaiser are quite good....more
*Today an angel from B&H sent me a copy of the version of this Bible I have been dreaming of. Pure bliss! Thank you for this blessing!!!*
My background contains a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies. Unbelievably, the first time I encountered Apologetics was when I was substitute teaching at a Classic Christian Education school. Their juniors had just started an Apologetics class and I did not know what it was. I was in for quite a surprise and I was astonished that I had never been exposed...more
My background contains a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies. Unbelievably, the first time I encountered Apologetics was when I was substitute teaching at a Classic Christian Education school. Their juniors had just started an Apologetics class and I did not know what it was. I was in for quite a surprise and I was astonished that I had never been exposed...more
This Bible is concise and translated from the original Greek. I love the "Twisted Scripture". They tell where cults and various other religions get their basis in the Bible. In just about every book, some two or three in the longer books, is an article by one of the many listed apologists. They explain why God allows pain and suffering and whether or not a certain religion is authentic or a cult. It reads very easily, as it is written in modern english. Yet no translation is lost. The notes are...more
This book is amazing! Essays, introductions, maps, chronologies, comparison charts of religions, and so many more goodies to make your understanding of God's Word that much deeper, richer and sweeter.
My background contains a Bachelor of Arts in Religious Studies. Unbelievably, the first time I encountered Apologetics was when I was substitute teaching at a Classic Christian Education school. Their juniors had just started an Apologetics class and I did not know what it was. I was in for quite a surprise and I was astonished that I had never been exposed to apologetics before, especially since it seems to be an essential part of living in faith and participating in evangelism. Now that I have...more
My rating is not for the Bible text itself but for The Apologetics Study Bible as a whole. The articles succinct and interesting, but not necessarily connected to the text in which they are placed,. As a study Bible it is just okay. The study notes are too apologetically focused to be useful for indepth study. As an introduction to apologetic topics addressed by some of the best scholars, and for the apologetics enthusiast, this Bible is great. If you are looking for a good study Bible, try the...more
This Bible is a nice addition to the apologist's library. Since the contributors are so varried in their apologetical and theological convictions, you will certainly not agree with everything in this Bible (other than the inspired text!). Nevertheless, it is chalk full of mini-articles on myriad philosophical, scientific, theological, and apologetical issues. These articles are written by some big names, e.g., Frame, Nash, Craig, Copan, Moreland, Blomberg, etc. You're sure to find some good info...more
The essays on apologetics topics and the brief biographical sketches were good and helpful. The comments attached to each book were extremely uneven. The editors needed to establish clearer criteria for the contributors. Some books had thorough comments, but they were not geared to apologetics concerns particularly. Other books were more focused on apologetics issues, but in both cases it was not clear what issues would trigger comments. Overall, I was a bit disappointed.
I did enjoy the HCSB tha...more
I did enjoy the HCSB tha...more
The HCSB is an odd choice, but ultimately satisfying. Nearly all the articles are solid, though some are unnecessarily biased, and almost all leave you wanting more. The selection of scholars is good, but heavily evangelical.
This Study Bible while filled with a lot of amazing facts is a very biased book, it promotes a very specific strain of theology and therefore, in my opinion is a poor study bible for the serious bible student or scholar.
This is the Bible I am reading this year. I am on an annual Bible reading plan and use a different Bible each year. This one is okay. Different translation than NIV or ESV which is primarily why I chose it. I liked the translation, especially how it was consistent with doulos - slave. Some translations monkey around and call it servant or bondservant. It was objective in its study notes - not taking a stand on subjects such as sacraments or the end times - but presenting different interpretation...more
I love this study Bible but was a little disappointed that there were not more notes. Some of the writing is a little hard to understand but this does not take away from the text.
My wife Kari had the duo tone leather copy of this Bible embossed with the words "My Beloved Husband" and she gave it to me for Christmas. I love her so much.
I love this Bible. I do, however, wish some of the footnotes and articles were more in depth. But overall, I suggest this study Bible to any Christian.
I love it! I love the articles that it has, however I was expecting for there to be much more articles for study and referencing.
Sep 02, 2010
Eladio
is currently reading it
This apologetics study bible gives you a deeper understanding of God's word so that you can better defend the faith that you believe in.
I have been using this study Bible for nearly two years. It's by far the best I've ever used. It is intended for defenders of Christianity and for those new to the faith, i.e., for anyone who has questions about their beliefs (especially in these times when it's so often easy just to pay lip service to our Christian beliefs and go about living secular lives in a secular world... speaking only for myself), and for any who wants to equip themselves against cults and non-believers. As I have learne...more
Currently reading this version in an effort to read it again this year. Last year I read it front to back (different version). This year I am doing it chronologically. The Apologetics Study Bible offers some nice insight into the history of different interpretations, scholarly explanations and arguments, and a straight-forward style of writing that allows the message to be easily conveyed. This version is now my choice for daily reading. It helps fill in the gaps on everything from historical ba...more
This is something that is always in progress. The Bible is something that is never done.
Jan 14, 2009
Jonathan
is currently reading it
One of the best (top three) Bibles I've ever read. And I have read many.
jbna
jbna
Brilliant essay on Homosexuality and much more
A really fantastic bible with great articles and notes/footnotes that go fairly deep into a defense of the bible and Christian theology against all others. The translation even comes with a good deal of detail even offering possible difference on debated translations of certain words/phrases. I recommend it for a Christian looking to strengthen their faith against attacks.
Mar 20, 2012
Derek
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Recommends it for:
Anyone who hungers, any Christian who read English
Recommended to Derek by:
J. P. Holding
Both the Bible and the Translation are 5-stars worthy. The articles are mostly correct and conformed to Scriptures, which means I give them 4-stars. However, most articles are only beginners' apologetics, yet the articles are a starting place for understanding God's word and for finding more advanced apologetics sources.
I clearly have used this well.
I clearly have used this well.
Numerous, excellent articles interspersed throughout, written by top-notch apologists. Also, inter-textual "Twisted Scripture" notes that explain how various passages are used erroneously by unorthodox belief systems such as Mormonism, New Age, and Jehovah's Witnesses.
This book is one of my favorites. It poses real questions with straight answers for a stronger faith. It is also the Holman Christian Standard Bible. I love it and use it frequently.
Easily deemed one of my favorite go-to-sources, I loved this Bible translation. The use of language was familiar and comfortable, and I found myself referring to it quite often.
One never truly "finishes" reading the bible. I just decided it was time to remove this one from the "stack o' stuff"...
The greatest book ever written, 'nuff said.
This has become my go-to bible!
great study bible for religions insight
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