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Customer Reviews for B & H Publishing Group HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
B & H Publishing Group HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Real Questions. Straight Answers. Stronger Faith. The Apologetics Study Bible will help today's Christians 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.
The Apologetics Study Bible features valuable contributions from a who’s-who of modern apologists such as Chuck Colson, Norm Geisler, Hank Hanegraaff, Josh McDowell, Albert Mohler, Ravi Zacharias, J. P. Moreland, and Phil Johnson.
Other features include:
The Apologetics Study Bible features valuable contributions from a who’s-who of modern apologists such as Chuck Colson, Norm Geisler, Hank Hanegraaff, Josh McDowell, Albert Mohler, Ravi Zacharias, J. P. Moreland, and Phil Johnson.
Other features include:
- The full text of the popular Holman Christian Standard Bible translation
- Two-color page layout
- Introduction to each Bible book focusing on its inherent elements of apologetics
- Double-column format
- Book Outlines
- Translation Footnotes
- Articles on ethics, science, archaeology, philosophy, and non-Christian belief systems
- Study notes that explain "problem" passages
- Sidebars on Scriptures misused by cults
- Profiles of historic Christian apologists from Justin Martyr to C. S. Lewis
- Plan of Salvation
- Lined pages for recording personal notes
- Gold page edges
- Two ribbon markers
- 10-point text
- 9.50" x 7.25" x 1.50"
Average Customer Rating:
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24 out of 2692%customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Review 1 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Primo Quality Bible
Date:April 26, 2013
IvanDavidLippens
Location:Fort Worth, TX
Age:18-24
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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This comes with numerous apologetics essays and verse notes, as well as neat little additions called "Twisted Scriptures" which go into how various verses of the Bible have been perverted to create cults and denominational sects.
There are also great maps and charts in the back of the bible.
The downside to this splendid bible is that the words of Christ are NOT in red. If they had been then this, along with the HCSB Study Bible, would probably be the most fantastic bibles I've yet to own.
There are also great maps and charts in the back of the bible.
The downside to this splendid bible is that the words of Christ are NOT in red. If they had been then this, along with the HCSB Study Bible, would probably be the most fantastic bibles I've yet to own.
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Review 2 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
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Date:March 2, 2013
Michael Snoha
Age:18-24
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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The HCSB Apologetics Bible is a great resource for believers and non believers to garner a greater understanding and appreciation of the Bible. This Bible provides execellent commentary on the interpretation of passages of scripture. This Bible also provides great study notes, and articles througout the text that has enriched my understanding of the Judeo-Christian worldview. I recommend it for anyone who is serious about understanding the Christian faith.
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Review 3 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
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The book is great for serious Bible study.
Date:February 14, 2013
Nanlee
Location:Fort Myers, Florida
Age:Over 65
Gender:female
The Apologetics Bible is beautiful and is full of a wide variety of information with references to check if in doubt..
My own ideas and beliefs differ from those expressed in the
introductions to some of the Books in the Bible. However the Apologetics Study Bible is one to have for references and/or
comparison for a serious Bible student.
My own ideas and beliefs differ from those expressed in the
introductions to some of the Books in the Bible. However the Apologetics Study Bible is one to have for references and/or
comparison for a serious Bible student.
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Review 4 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Great Idea...Poorly Executed
Date:September 19, 2012
johndlong
Location:Cypress, TX
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Quality:
2
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Value:
3
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Meets Expectations:
1
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It seems borderline blasphemous to leave a negative review on a Bible, but I have to say of the 30+ Bibles I own this one is the cheapest looking and most poorly made. The contents are good, but I can't get past how bad it looks on the outside. The "leather" is more like a plastic, leather-looking material. If i hadn't had it embossed I definitely would have returned it.
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Review 5 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Excellent resource for an e-book
Date:September 19, 2012
Jim S
Location:Tucson, AZ
Age:55-65
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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If you check out the cost of most all ebooks available at CBD you'll find that their prices beat those of most other sellers. And you can used the ebook format as Epub on most any reader on the market including PCs, Macs, Nooks, Kindle, etc.
With that said, the value of this resource is excellent and it's not too difficult to use once you get the hang of navigation, which can be tricky on an almost 8,000 page document. I am still learning all the ins and outs but I definitely recommend this to anyone who is interested in Bible study from an apologetical perspective.
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Review 6 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Great Bible
Date:June 29, 2012
Plus Faith
Location:Sidney, OH
Age:25-34
Gender:male
Quality:
4
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Value:
4
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Meets Expectations:
4
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There are a ton of things I like about this Bible. There were a few things I found a little different. Such as one part talked about some type of elemental forces or something and that was a little different than the NKJV I am accustomed to. Still really good.
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Review 7 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
love this Bible
Date:June 20, 2012
Barbie
Location:Maine
Age:55-65
Gender:female
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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I love this particular version of the bible. It is very understandable while remaining accurate. It has much to offer.
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Review 8 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
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Date:May 16, 2012
sublime stylee
Location:Orland Park, IL
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
3
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Meets Expectations:
4
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An excellent treatment of the original languages undergirded by sound exegesis and wonderful asides of apologetic information.
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Review 9 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
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HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Blue Duotone
Date:May 8, 2012
Karenc
Location:USA
Age:45-54
Gender:female
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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This is a recent purchase, so I cannot give an overview to all the study notes or articles. But I wanted to share on the quality of this sewn Bible. It may not be apparent viewing online but the font is a pleasure to read. The spacing is, well, spacious, between the words and marginal space. It is not perhaps even a very large print, but still I find it having the appeal of some of the older Bibles from the 1970's or 80's where more space was given for the Bible text. This truly makes it a reach for Bible. Furthermore, the blue on this binding is a very tranquil color and matches the blue design in the interior. One slight complaint is that the Bible footnotes are on the light font smaller side. Because I am an avid reader of Bible marginal footnotes and extra information pertaining to the Bible text, I always like these notes to be also big and bold. Lastly, the HCSB is coming forth with more 2009 update editions, but I find that this edition is also very nice. I do love the increase of the Yahweh Name usage in the new edition.
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Review 10 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Great Bible, needs more study notes
Date:November 29, 2011
Matress44
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
4
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Meets Expectations:
4
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This is an easy to read and understand Bible, similar to the 1984 NIV. The notes and articles are great but it sould be nice if it was a bit more scholarly. 2 ribbons! Great for bible study groups who want to learn more about apologetics! I do wish the graphics were not so light as they are a distraction at times.
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Review 11 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Not nearly what I expected
Date:November 3, 2011
IamLED
Location:Wilkes Barre, PA
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Quality:
4
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Value:
2
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Meets Expectations:
1
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Would recommend only for the fact that it is an HCSB translation with the apologetics notes, and the physical workmanship is really good. FAULTS: Not enough cross references in the apologetics notes; hardly any in the "bullet notes"; "bullet notes" are basically a condensed dictionary, not nearly as concise as a good biblical dictionary; indexing system is poor, in sets of 3 books; books should be individually indexed or tabbed, no option given for either of these; the apologetic notes and articles are good, however, the need more scriptural cross references, and some need to be placed differently, or highlighted differently. The placement and light shading used especially with "Twisted Scripture" sections makes them annoying. Finally, the HCSB translations I've seen before have been "red lettered", that is, Jesus' words in red type, this one is not. This is more of an advanced beginers or intermediate bible.
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Review 12 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Great apologetic information!
Date:August 26, 2011
Big B
Location:Parkland, FL
Age:55-65
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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The apologetic topics covered by renowned experts represent an excellent means to defend the faith.
The apologetic insights into individual Bible passages are extremely useful and insightful.
The apologetic insights into individual Bible passages are extremely useful and insightful.
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Review 13 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
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Date:August 23, 2011
lilpink90
Location:Rifle, CO
Age:18-24
Gender:female
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
out of
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Meets Expectations:
5
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This is an excellent version, and I would highly recommend it to everyone. The Study Bible has a great array of resources to help you learn about the passages you are reading.
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Review 14 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Sorry guys, but I do not think much of this Bible
Date:August 17, 2011
Quality:
1
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Value:
3
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Meets Expectations:
1
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My biggest disappointment with the Apologetics Study Bible is that most of the issues they address are not really apologetic matters. They are doctrinal matters. Why does this make a difference? It makes a difference because the way we treat doctrine, which is the particulars of the faith, should be different than apologetics, which is a defense of the faith. Obviously, the two matters are related. A faith built on strong doctrine is more easily defensible.
The problem comes from confusing a legitimate question or interpretation from the inside with an attack from the outside. Christians with different doctrinal stances aren't trying to destroy faith; if anything, they are trying to make faith and belief more understandable. This Bible includes such essentially non-apologetics related matters as: why God is definitely male, why trus Christians should believe in eternal torment and not annihilation, and why the Churches of Christ are wrong to disallow the use of musical instruments. This is not apologetics. Apologetics is designed to defend the faith from attacks of those outside the Church, which today predominately means secular humanists, not the Church of Christ, the Seventh-Day Adventist, or Liberal Protestants. You may disagree with these groups interpretation of the Bible, but that i a doctrinal matter not an apologetic one.
On the positive side, I do love the HCSB
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Review 15 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Superb Investment for Bible believers!
Date:April 15, 2011
Chris Quah
Location:Singapore
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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I teach Apologetics in our youth church and this bible is a great one-stop resource indeed. Of course a proper in-depth study requires more than just this volume but it is an excellent "snapshot" for the starter and a good refresher resource for the seasoned apologists.
Physical quality is very good, sturdy (but not stiff!) leather covers and the pages are strong enough for constant flipping about without that fear of accidental ripping! Binding is top notch and the bible sits flat when opened.
The bible is portable, so bring it to your mission trips!
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Review 16 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
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Date:May 26, 2011
CECE
Age:25-34
Gender:female
Quality:
4
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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Nervous about cover material and keeping it clean but it is beautiful... and worth it.
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Review 17 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Beautiful & Helpful Study Bible
Date:May 20, 2011
MikeJ
Location:NC
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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Let me start with this: I love the text of the Holman Christian Standard Bible. This is the first completely new translation in quite some time, and it is very well done. Holman blends the word-for-word method of formal equivalence with the though-for-thought readability of dynamic equivalence, ending in something the publisher calls optimal equivalence. IMO, this methodology results in a very precise, yet eminently readable, translation.
Second, this is the most beautiful Bible I've ever read. The design and use of color and graphics is extraordinary. I love the gold ribbon across the middle of the page showing alternate translations. And the light blue verse numbers really make the text much easier on the eyes. The publisher also does a great job of using illustrations and pictures. Even the thumb tabs are beautifully done and augment the appearance of the Bible. Plus, there are two ribbon markers to help you find your page.
The study notes are fair and even-handed. They are not always as academic as the study notes in the ESV Study Bible, but they are quite good. They tend to do a very nice job of explaining things clearly and concisely.
My only real complaint is that I would have liked a better concordance, but that is a minor quibble when the rest of the Bible excels in so many areas.
The combination of beauty, helpful study aids, and precise but readable text make this Bible very hard to put down. The Holman Christian Standard Study Bible has quickly become my favorite Bible, and I gladly recommend it to you.
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Review 18 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
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Date:May 6, 2011
DJLawsonSr
Location:Anderson, IN
Age:45-54
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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Thjis is one of the best study bibles. The commentary really helps in my daily study.
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Review 19 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Very nice
Date:April 29, 2011
Robert
Age:35-44
Gender:male
Quality:
4
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Value:
4
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Meets Expectations:
4
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This bible contains many one page articles that are interesting tid bits concerning different religions whether Moses wrote the P. I enjoy reading the articles and like that it is a different translation. I have about 20 some bibles and this one stands out. B&H customer service needs to improve though. I recently purchased a defective bible and tried to have it exchanged: Almost impossible. The quality of their bonded leather is not good. The quality of the "genuine" leather on this bible is average. It's about the same as a good bonded leather on for example the Nelson NKJV study bible. The glue was coming off the bonded leather on my other B&H which was made in China. This one is made in the USA and it's very well made. The cover retains it's shape when closed, it does not stay open.
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Review 20 for HCSB Apologetics Study Bible, Black Genuine Leather
Overall Rating:
Best bible I've ever had.
Date:April 15, 2011
Thomas
Location:Georgetown, TX
Age:Over 65
Gender:male
Quality:
5
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Value:
5
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Meets Expectations:
5
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This bible has lots of features. Lots of good information and is filled with knowledge which most bibles don't have.
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