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CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible
Christianity's roots run deep with examples of strong faith from spiritual giants extending throughout history. One of the greatest needs today is for Christians to be lifted up from our current cultural moment and be refreshed by the insights and wisdom of ancient believers. Today’s church can be renewed by listening to yesterday’s saints.
This CSB Study Bible for men and women features study notes and commentary from the writings of the church fathers of the second through fifth centuries to help you understand and apply their rich, biblical insights to your life, for preparation to teach or for Bible studies. Also included in the CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible are “Twisted Truth” call-outs describing where some ancient thinkers drifted from orthodoxy, over 25 feature articles highlighting a key selection from one of the early church fathers on an essential Christian truth, and biographies of 25 of the most influential patristic church fathers.
The study Bible’s commentary and writings are from: Irenaeus of Lyons, Origen, Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Clement of Alexandria, Ambrose of Milan, Augustine of Hippo, Athanasius of Alexandria, John Chrysostom, Jerome, the Cappadocian Fathers, and more. Features of this CSB Bible include: Study notes from the early church, exclusive feature articles, profiles of patristic fathers, “Twisted Truth” call-outs, author index to easily find commentary from individual church fathers, presentation page, book introductions, two-column text, 10.25-point type size, 8-point study notes, black-letter text, smyth-sewn binding, Bible ribbon markers, full-color maps, and more.
CSB Bibles by Holman feature the highly readable, highly reliable text of the Christian Standard Bible® (CSB). The CSB stays as literal as possible to the Bible's original meaning without sacrificing clarity, making it easier to engage with Scripture's life-transforming message and to share it with others.
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February 20, 2023
The rating is for the translation and the commentary, not scripture itself, which is God-breathed and harmonious and uh...transcends a Goodreads rating.
CSB is pretty good! It's slightly more readable than ESV but gets a little weird sometimes when it tries to be too colloquial: 1 Kings 22:27: "and say, ‘This is what the king says: Put this guy in prison and feed him only a little bread and water until I come back safely.’”
This GUY? Lol. While I appreciate the footnotes providing literal phrases now and then, I'll be reading more literal translations from now on to get as close to original text as possible.
The commentary was hit or miss. Maybe I'm missing something but the ancient church fathers seemed to take EVERYTHING symbolically, especially in the Old Testament, even when it was clearly narrative and didn't need to be interpreted otherwise. Sometimes, the symbolic interpretation was suggested, but it seemed like the majority of the time, it was quite obvious to the commentators what the interpretation HAD to be, like everyone had the inside scoop about the meaning. Bede was quite guilty of this. A snippet of his commentary on 1st Samuel speaking about when David brought rations to his brothers on the front lines (from "Four Books on 1 Samuel"): "Now the ten loaves brought by David clearly point to the food that comes from keeping the decalogue, which we have not by our own powers but by the gift of the giver." Clearly? Okay...
However, there was some solid commentary, especially from John Chrysostom. It's fascinating to me that he's one of the earliest commentators in this study bible and is one of the most coherent to me. Maybe I'll find some of his stuff to read soon...
CSB is pretty good! It's slightly more readable than ESV but gets a little weird sometimes when it tries to be too colloquial: 1 Kings 22:27: "and say, ‘This is what the king says: Put this guy in prison and feed him only a little bread and water until I come back safely.’”
This GUY? Lol. While I appreciate the footnotes providing literal phrases now and then, I'll be reading more literal translations from now on to get as close to original text as possible.
The commentary was hit or miss. Maybe I'm missing something but the ancient church fathers seemed to take EVERYTHING symbolically, especially in the Old Testament, even when it was clearly narrative and didn't need to be interpreted otherwise. Sometimes, the symbolic interpretation was suggested, but it seemed like the majority of the time, it was quite obvious to the commentators what the interpretation HAD to be, like everyone had the inside scoop about the meaning. Bede was quite guilty of this. A snippet of his commentary on 1st Samuel speaking about when David brought rations to his brothers on the front lines (from "Four Books on 1 Samuel"): "Now the ten loaves brought by David clearly point to the food that comes from keeping the decalogue, which we have not by our own powers but by the gift of the giver." Clearly? Okay...
However, there was some solid commentary, especially from John Chrysostom. It's fascinating to me that he's one of the earliest commentators in this study bible and is one of the most coherent to me. Maybe I'll find some of his stuff to read soon...
May 14, 2019
Fantastic Introduction to Patrology
A couple friends presented this to me, and I'm liking it more and more as I page through it.
Before we proceed, I want to state that The Ancient Faith Study Bible is not affiliated with Ancient Faith Publishing or the The Orthodox Study Bible, also containing patristic commentary (as you might expect).
Most study bibles begin with a few introductory essays, and the present work is no exception. We are given three: Reading the Bible with the Church Fathers; Christology of the Ecumenical Councils; and Participation in the Trinity. These run a total of six pages. While apparently lean, how many of us read all the essays? I don't think brevity is necessarily a bad thing. Of course, each book also begins with a page-long introduction (I should note here that all the articles and biographies are approximately one page in length). These introductions divided into four sections: Circumstances on Writing; Contribution to the Bible, Structure; the fourth section is a quotation of a Father about the book generally. The first three, I suspect are derived from the standard CSB materials.
In much the same fashion as Zondervan's Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible was adapted from Zondervan and InterVarsity Press' respective background commentaries, all of Ancient Faith's annotations are adapted from IVP's twenty-eight volume Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture: no wasted space on needless doctrinal notes we either already know or are covered (better) in other sources we own. Also, like Crossway's ESV Archaeology Study Bible, the editors of Ancient Faith don't feel the need to fill each page with annotations--which may be prudent for size constraints. Somewhat disappointing is the complete absence of cross references. Unsurprisingly, we have no references to some of the more divisive doctrines, such as Petrine primacy and the Papacy or the Blessed Virgin Mary on which the Western and Eastern Fathers wrote, but beyond the scope of a Protestant work and was perhaps never included in the ACCS in the first place. A final word about the annotations which will be unappreciated by many, but those who value such things will rejoice: each note is sourced, allowing the scholar to easily find the context of each quotation in external sources.
There are twenty-seven articles interspersed through the text at appropriate places, from Creation Out Of Nothing (spotlighting text from Augustine) in Genesis to The Canon of Scripture (featuring excerpts from Athanasius the Great) after Revelation. The quotations from these articles derive from public domain sources; Pusey for Augustine and Schaff's classic Ante-Nicene and Post Nicene Fathers (1&2) sets. Also found through the text are fifteen Twisted Truth boxes outlining an early heresy and which Fathers combated the false doctrine. Although Twisted Truth sounds snappy, I wish a little they would have been called something a little more staid. These are adapted from churchfails: 100 Blunders in Church History.
Finally, there are twenty-four biographies of Church Fathers (sorry St. Perpetua) throughout the text. I can't find a definite pattern to their placement, though some contain subtle intimations. Most of these are adapted from 131 Christians Everyone Should Know, by the staff of Christianity Today.
After the text, in addition to the run o' the mill concordance and maps (seems like one or two maps relating to Church history could have been included), we are given a short Suggested Reading page with selected patristic writings and books on Church History. Also a Biographical Index including brief biographical sketches of the Fathers (adapted from ACCS) featured in the annotations, along with all of the scripture references in which their writings were featured. Two pages are given to the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds. After the 106 pages of creeds and confessions in the Reformation Study Bible, Ancient Faith's inclusion of the two early creeds (while important) almost feels like filler. Likewise the twenty-five excerpts from Augustine's Confessions add a nice aesthetic appeal to the text but don't really contribute much else.
Construction
Remember when it was practically a requirement for hardcover bibles to have hideous cover designs? Not so with Ancient Faith. Whichever edition you buy, the cover will be beautiful. I'm pleased this new era of bibles is putting more emphasis on attractive covers--especially on hardcovers.
Since I buy hardcover bibles nearly exclusively, I'm still not quite sure what to do with my tan leathertouch edition. It lies flat and has a healthy bounce and flex--it looks like it will last well, but what concerns me slightly is a little compromising of the glue around the two ribbons, though this may be typical for Bibles with ribbons.
The interior is extremely pleasing with light cream pages and highly legible black text with crimson accents (chapter/verse demarcations, &c.). The pages, while thin enough to give some bleedthrough, feel substantial enough you won't worry about wrinkling or tearing them while reading.
All the lovely features on display. Note the bleedthrough on the right hand page.
In conclusion, this is a gorgeous and stately Bible. For the novice, this is a great introduction to the Fathers, and the notes and supplements refer the reader to other sources for greater depth. Finally, the book is balanced and fits comfortably in your hands--an important consideration indeed.
A+
A couple friends presented this to me, and I'm liking it more and more as I page through it.
Before we proceed, I want to state that The Ancient Faith Study Bible is not affiliated with Ancient Faith Publishing or the The Orthodox Study Bible, also containing patristic commentary (as you might expect).
Most study bibles begin with a few introductory essays, and the present work is no exception. We are given three: Reading the Bible with the Church Fathers; Christology of the Ecumenical Councils; and Participation in the Trinity. These run a total of six pages. While apparently lean, how many of us read all the essays? I don't think brevity is necessarily a bad thing. Of course, each book also begins with a page-long introduction (I should note here that all the articles and biographies are approximately one page in length). These introductions divided into four sections: Circumstances on Writing; Contribution to the Bible, Structure; the fourth section is a quotation of a Father about the book generally. The first three, I suspect are derived from the standard CSB materials.
In much the same fashion as Zondervan's Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible was adapted from Zondervan and InterVarsity Press' respective background commentaries, all of Ancient Faith's annotations are adapted from IVP's twenty-eight volume Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture: no wasted space on needless doctrinal notes we either already know or are covered (better) in other sources we own. Also, like Crossway's ESV Archaeology Study Bible, the editors of Ancient Faith don't feel the need to fill each page with annotations--which may be prudent for size constraints. Somewhat disappointing is the complete absence of cross references. Unsurprisingly, we have no references to some of the more divisive doctrines, such as Petrine primacy and the Papacy or the Blessed Virgin Mary on which the Western and Eastern Fathers wrote, but beyond the scope of a Protestant work and was perhaps never included in the ACCS in the first place. A final word about the annotations which will be unappreciated by many, but those who value such things will rejoice: each note is sourced, allowing the scholar to easily find the context of each quotation in external sources.
There are twenty-seven articles interspersed through the text at appropriate places, from Creation Out Of Nothing (spotlighting text from Augustine) in Genesis to The Canon of Scripture (featuring excerpts from Athanasius the Great) after Revelation. The quotations from these articles derive from public domain sources; Pusey for Augustine and Schaff's classic Ante-Nicene and Post Nicene Fathers (1&2) sets. Also found through the text are fifteen Twisted Truth boxes outlining an early heresy and which Fathers combated the false doctrine. Although Twisted Truth sounds snappy, I wish a little they would have been called something a little more staid. These are adapted from churchfails: 100 Blunders in Church History.
Finally, there are twenty-four biographies of Church Fathers (sorry St. Perpetua) throughout the text. I can't find a definite pattern to their placement, though some contain subtle intimations. Most of these are adapted from 131 Christians Everyone Should Know, by the staff of Christianity Today.
After the text, in addition to the run o' the mill concordance and maps (seems like one or two maps relating to Church history could have been included), we are given a short Suggested Reading page with selected patristic writings and books on Church History. Also a Biographical Index including brief biographical sketches of the Fathers (adapted from ACCS) featured in the annotations, along with all of the scripture references in which their writings were featured. Two pages are given to the Apostles' and Nicene Creeds. After the 106 pages of creeds and confessions in the Reformation Study Bible, Ancient Faith's inclusion of the two early creeds (while important) almost feels like filler. Likewise the twenty-five excerpts from Augustine's Confessions add a nice aesthetic appeal to the text but don't really contribute much else.
Construction
Remember when it was practically a requirement for hardcover bibles to have hideous cover designs? Not so with Ancient Faith. Whichever edition you buy, the cover will be beautiful. I'm pleased this new era of bibles is putting more emphasis on attractive covers--especially on hardcovers.
Since I buy hardcover bibles nearly exclusively, I'm still not quite sure what to do with my tan leathertouch edition. It lies flat and has a healthy bounce and flex--it looks like it will last well, but what concerns me slightly is a little compromising of the glue around the two ribbons, though this may be typical for Bibles with ribbons.
The interior is extremely pleasing with light cream pages and highly legible black text with crimson accents (chapter/verse demarcations, &c.). The pages, while thin enough to give some bleedthrough, feel substantial enough you won't worry about wrinkling or tearing them while reading.
All the lovely features on display. Note the bleedthrough on the right hand page.
In conclusion, this is a gorgeous and stately Bible. For the novice, this is a great introduction to the Fathers, and the notes and supplements refer the reader to other sources for greater depth. Finally, the book is balanced and fits comfortably in your hands--an important consideration indeed.
A+
January 17, 2023
What a great resource! It is foot noted with commentaries from the early church, as well as containing things like biographies, theological statements, and essays on councils from the early church.
Some of the early church figures that appear in the many footnotes and essays are:
Ambrose, Athanasius, Augustine, Basil, Clement, Cyril, Ignasius, Irenaeus, Jerome, Chrysostom, Justin Martyr, Origen, Polycarp, Tertullian, and many more!
I love seeing the thoughts compiled from early church writing on certain Bible verses, as well as the theological treatises that have been held within the faith for so long. I seriously geeked out when I saw some pages were over half footnotes. ☺️ This is truly an awesome resource from a good interpretation source.
Some of the early church figures that appear in the many footnotes and essays are:
Ambrose, Athanasius, Augustine, Basil, Clement, Cyril, Ignasius, Irenaeus, Jerome, Chrysostom, Justin Martyr, Origen, Polycarp, Tertullian, and many more!
I love seeing the thoughts compiled from early church writing on certain Bible verses, as well as the theological treatises that have been held within the faith for so long. I seriously geeked out when I saw some pages were over half footnotes. ☺️ This is truly an awesome resource from a good interpretation source.
December 28, 2024
Excellent translation (CSB) with interesting commentary from the Church Fathers. It was good to be exposed to a variety of insights and perspectives from the early church, and to discover writers that were entirely new to me. I hope to revisit this resource in the years to come.
August 8, 2023
This is a fantastic supplemental study Bible to have, and an even better devotional Bible for Daily Office if you're a prayer book Anglican. I say that because the CSB, to me, is akin to the NIV 1984 of the 21st century thanks to its readability and reliability. I would only use this as a supplemental study Bible because this study Bible mainly features commentary from the Church Fathers and early Christian writers. And although they are incredibly valuable for every Christian to read, they're not sufficient for rigorous exegesis.
There are times when the church fathers' notes feel "curated" — which is definitely the case, biased not ill-intended — to fit the Calvinistic complementarian view. The notes also, sadly, didn't include some of the earliest apostolic writings like 1 Clement, the Didache, and Shepherd of Hermas, which is quite a letdown seeing that this was supposed to be an "Ancient Faith" study Bible; a big chunk of the "ancient faith" was missing!
I also wished that the AFSB had included the Deuterocanonical books. The biblical writers knew them. But alas, the CSB is a predominantly Baptist translation — not sure why I was surprised.
In short, although I could have just bought the CSB Bible on its own and read the Church Fathers' notes on catena.com (which is free and has far more notes), I still bought this simply for Holman's commitment to the concept of an "ancient" study Bible. The design of the Bible and its print quality is worth the penny. Aside from the minor gripes I had, this is still a solid Bible to use.
There are times when the church fathers' notes feel "curated" — which is definitely the case, biased not ill-intended — to fit the Calvinistic complementarian view. The notes also, sadly, didn't include some of the earliest apostolic writings like 1 Clement, the Didache, and Shepherd of Hermas, which is quite a letdown seeing that this was supposed to be an "Ancient Faith" study Bible; a big chunk of the "ancient faith" was missing!
I also wished that the AFSB had included the Deuterocanonical books. The biblical writers knew them. But alas, the CSB is a predominantly Baptist translation — not sure why I was surprised.
In short, although I could have just bought the CSB Bible on its own and read the Church Fathers' notes on catena.com (which is free and has far more notes), I still bought this simply for Holman's commitment to the concept of an "ancient" study Bible. The design of the Bible and its print quality is worth the penny. Aside from the minor gripes I had, this is still a solid Bible to use.
July 7, 2023
In beauty, every edition I've seen was well executed and charming. In content, this book failed on many levels. This Study Bible would more honestly be called: "Southern Baptist Quote Mine The Ancient Church Study Bible."
Before I dive into that, I'll offer the criticism that even people who do not share my perspective have offered. This Study Bible just didn't work. It was awkward and felt a bit like a gimmick.
That said, what was most egregious is this book not allowing the Ancient Church to be the Ancient church. I understand the publishers are Southern Baptists, but I would have preferred they allowed the Ancient writers to just present their commentary and then have the SBC place their own Apologetic response next to it. If someone were only to read this volume they could easily be forgiven for the impression the Ancient Church was practically SBC.
I'm sure nobody made a diabolical plan to mislead the reader. Yet, it's an oversight that is ultimately very misleading. In every category where the early church would universally differ from the SBC, you would never know it according to the commentary on that Biblical text.
Second, the quote mining, does not only fail to allow the Ancient Church to contradict the SBC it also seems to not even allow them to hold any of the perspective and concerns that we as modern Westerners as a whole would also find weird today.
Before I dive into that, I'll offer the criticism that even people who do not share my perspective have offered. This Study Bible just didn't work. It was awkward and felt a bit like a gimmick.
That said, what was most egregious is this book not allowing the Ancient Church to be the Ancient church. I understand the publishers are Southern Baptists, but I would have preferred they allowed the Ancient writers to just present their commentary and then have the SBC place their own Apologetic response next to it. If someone were only to read this volume they could easily be forgiven for the impression the Ancient Church was practically SBC.
I'm sure nobody made a diabolical plan to mislead the reader. Yet, it's an oversight that is ultimately very misleading. In every category where the early church would universally differ from the SBC, you would never know it according to the commentary on that Biblical text.
Second, the quote mining, does not only fail to allow the Ancient Church to contradict the SBC it also seems to not even allow them to hold any of the perspective and concerns that we as modern Westerners as a whole would also find weird today.
November 9, 2021
TL;DR - Like hearing the voice of wisdom from your Great-Great-Great-Great-Great-Great- Grandparents...and it totally makes sense!
Picked this up for the study notes. I was intrigued by the concept of reading the thoughts of patristic and early church theologians. And, I must say, I found them refreshing, challenging, and in some cases, conflicting with the modern American church. And if I have to pick between Augustine and MacArthur...I'm sticking with Augustine's interpretation. Call me crazy, but the guys with no vested interest in what the modern church looks like might be more reputable when it comes to helping me understand scripture today.
My biases against the current evangelical movement and the moral majority (USA circa 1980-present) aside, the CSB translation has actually grown on me. I find it more readable than the ESV while being pretty danged close to the ESV too so win all around!
The Twisted Truth's and Articles are informative and the biographies, while short, are interesting. Actually picked up a couple more books as a result of having this Bible. Books that are recommended by the editors of this Bible.
Picked this up for the study notes. I was intrigued by the concept of reading the thoughts of patristic and early church theologians. And, I must say, I found them refreshing, challenging, and in some cases, conflicting with the modern American church. And if I have to pick between Augustine and MacArthur...I'm sticking with Augustine's interpretation. Call me crazy, but the guys with no vested interest in what the modern church looks like might be more reputable when it comes to helping me understand scripture today.
My biases against the current evangelical movement and the moral majority (USA circa 1980-present) aside, the CSB translation has actually grown on me. I find it more readable than the ESV while being pretty danged close to the ESV too so win all around!
The Twisted Truth's and Articles are informative and the biographies, while short, are interesting. Actually picked up a couple more books as a result of having this Bible. Books that are recommended by the editors of this Bible.
September 9, 2021
No sample
I do not recommend this bible. There is no sample to download, it is just the contents with chapter and verse, nothing to see. You cannot preview it in the store. I am returning it.
I do not recommend this bible. There is no sample to download, it is just the contents with chapter and verse, nothing to see. You cannot preview it in the store. I am returning it.
August 26, 2020
This was helpful of course. I mean... it’s the Bible. 😉Just not my favorite study Bible overall.
November 29, 2023
It’s the Bible so… yeah, it is above the rating scale. However, this is my favorite translation and has been my favorite study bible to work through.
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June 19, 2024LEATHERTOUCH - NOT HARDCOVER
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November 30, 2020
I’ve found myself engulfed by our current cultural moment. Christianity comes with different connotations these days, and I want to get back to the roots of our faith. The CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible is here to help.
The Best of Both Worlds
What I find most compelling is how reading the CSB translation lines up with reading the study notes and commentary from the writings of the early church fathers. It truly is the best of both worlds. The CSB translation is highly readable, and the study notes and commentary are extremely valuable. There is nothing like it and it is a unique experience.
The works of Irenaeus of Lyons, Origen, Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Clement of Alexandria, Ambrose of Milan, Augustine of Hippo, Athanasius of Alexandria, John Chrysostom, Jerome, the Cappadocian Fathers, and more are featured in this Bible. Study notes, articles, and profiles helped me engage with them in a new and exciting way. I felt refreshed and renewed after spending time in God’s Word with these saints.
A Trip Into Our Early Church History
Aesthetically, this Bible leans into the “Ancient Faith” moniker in style and design. The crimson red is breathtaking, and the imitation leather helps the Bible fit comfortably in your hands. There are 1776 pages in this Bible, and it feels lighter than the actual weight of 3.95 pounds. You’ll want to take it off the shelf, put it in your lap, and sit down for a trip into our early church history.
While the casual reader will find much to appreciate, I believe that preachers and serious scholars will find this Bible to be especially rewarding. There are “Twisted Truth” segments that call out false teachings and driftings away from the fundamentals of the faith. An author index is also helpful for easily finding commentary from your church father of choice.
Rich and Rewarding Rediscovery
There is a rich history to our Christian faith, and the CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible is a wonderful way to rediscover it. You will be rewarded with bold Biblical insight, and gratefulness for God’s faithfulness to his Word and to his Church.
I received a media copy of the CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible and this is my honest review.
The Best of Both Worlds
What I find most compelling is how reading the CSB translation lines up with reading the study notes and commentary from the writings of the early church fathers. It truly is the best of both worlds. The CSB translation is highly readable, and the study notes and commentary are extremely valuable. There is nothing like it and it is a unique experience.
The works of Irenaeus of Lyons, Origen, Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Clement of Alexandria, Ambrose of Milan, Augustine of Hippo, Athanasius of Alexandria, John Chrysostom, Jerome, the Cappadocian Fathers, and more are featured in this Bible. Study notes, articles, and profiles helped me engage with them in a new and exciting way. I felt refreshed and renewed after spending time in God’s Word with these saints.
A Trip Into Our Early Church History
Aesthetically, this Bible leans into the “Ancient Faith” moniker in style and design. The crimson red is breathtaking, and the imitation leather helps the Bible fit comfortably in your hands. There are 1776 pages in this Bible, and it feels lighter than the actual weight of 3.95 pounds. You’ll want to take it off the shelf, put it in your lap, and sit down for a trip into our early church history.
While the casual reader will find much to appreciate, I believe that preachers and serious scholars will find this Bible to be especially rewarding. There are “Twisted Truth” segments that call out false teachings and driftings away from the fundamentals of the faith. An author index is also helpful for easily finding commentary from your church father of choice.
Rich and Rewarding Rediscovery
There is a rich history to our Christian faith, and the CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible is a wonderful way to rediscover it. You will be rewarded with bold Biblical insight, and gratefulness for God’s faithfulness to his Word and to his Church.
I received a media copy of the CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible and this is my honest review.
October 14, 2020
This is a fantastic resource for the Christian who would like to know more about the patristic fathers and what they believed. I would not consider the notes contained within this Bible a comprehensive collection of the patristic writings, so if you are well versed in the early Church, and already own several volumes of writings, this may not be for you. It is however a helpful study guide, containing a substantial volume of writings and insight into the early Church.
My main complaint with this Study Bible is not the content, rather it is the quality of the paper. The paper used is far too transparent, and has a yellow tinge to it, making it somewhat more difficult to read once the sun goes down.
My main complaint with this Study Bible is not the content, rather it is the quality of the paper. The paper used is far too transparent, and has a yellow tinge to it, making it somewhat more difficult to read once the sun goes down.
June 18, 2020
CSB is a solid translation
Book is well made
I found it interesting to read notes by the early church fathers. I especially appreciated Crysostom. A few of the guys were especially allegorical in their interpretation of segments of the Old Testament (I'm looking at you Bede)
There were a few notes that didn't seem to match with the verse they were attached to, but not very many (and I may have just been dense when I was reading that segment). A couple of layout issues.
Book is well made
I found it interesting to read notes by the early church fathers. I especially appreciated Crysostom. A few of the guys were especially allegorical in their interpretation of segments of the Old Testament (I'm looking at you Bede)
There were a few notes that didn't seem to match with the verse they were attached to, but not very many (and I may have just been dense when I was reading that segment). A couple of layout issues.
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