I am looking for a good study bible for my husband who is recovering from a drug problem, he wants one for christmas. Any suggestions on a good one that is affordable. Only serious answers please.
2006-12-11 02:01:20 · 8 answers · asked by bradosmom 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Anything but the N.I.V.
2006-12-11 02:03:10 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
we need more information like is there a translation he prefers, or is a an excellent reader, or a therough person. Would he like a computer disk to help with a simpler Bible. There are site that sell many Bibles on the web and describe them adequately. How are his eyes does he need large print. If he is going to really study then he needs a leather bound one becuz the others wear out pretty fast. I like the NASB because it is a litteral translation, and not a paraphrase like say the NIV . I lately have found the contemporary to be a good translation.
also old guy 63 has a point. A concordance and chain referance avoids that pitfall.
A good old standby is the Scofield study Bible. For in depth study it could be accompanied by the Companion Bible which really get him thinking. For extremely accurate translation an amplified or one of those which have 3 translations side by side are good.
If he likes using the puta then I suggest a CD like nelsons which has many features like exhaustive concordance, and several comentaries, and some history, as well as other guides.
If you really want to do him a favor that will pay him back in years to come. Get the tape series by Malcolm Smith entitled How to read your Bible.
another great devotional is hinds feet in high places (sp)
2006-12-11 10:15:00 · answer #2 · answered by icheeknows 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many are good. Most Christian book stores can help you. Also, many have where you can look and read them. I will say a good Study Bible may run $40 and UP!!!! With $50 a good average. This be a nice Leather with his name engraved. You may find a Hard Back for $30. You may not want a King James as the words used are a little past our time. But, a New King James, NAS, NIV, ASB many relay the concept, just use some different words to do it. You may not want something like "Today's English Version" ones like that. I think it the ASB one of them, reads like the old King James, so, look them over and read maybe John 1:1-8 and something from Psalm 51:1-12 to compare how they read. The verses are examples.
2006-12-11 10:26:58 · answer #3 · answered by Snaglefritz 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry I am not much of a promoter of study Bibles, I just don't think it is a good idea to suggest in a Bible how people should or should not view or interpret scripture. I think it is best just to read the scriptures and let the Holy Spirit guide you into truth. That is His job.
However I would suggest a really good devotional reading that can go along with your Bible reading. This is the best devotional I think was ever written. It is deep reading but really powerful. You can read it on line, and if you are impressed you can order it, or buy it in any Christian book store. It is called "My Utmost for His Highest" written by 'Oswald chambers"
http://www.rbc.org/utmost/index.php?month=12&day=11&year=06
2006-12-11 10:09:23 · answer #4 · answered by oldguy63 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Companion Bible.
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2006-12-11 10:03:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Ryrie Study Bible is pretty good and it is affordable.
2006-12-11 10:11:39 · answer #6 · answered by a_delphic_oracle 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Reluctant Mr. Darwin. It's really, really good.
2006-12-11 10:05:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
New American Standard Bible.... easy to read... and it keeps you focused, translating confusing verses into.. well, "american"
2006-12-11 10:04:10 · answer #8 · answered by Doug 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋