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  1. Neil
    Safford, AZ
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: Male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Very helpful notes
    May 14, 2013
    Neil
    Safford, AZ
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: Male
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    The study notes in this Bible are quite helpful and honest. The collection of scholars probably cannot be beat. This resource is a great compliment to the HarperCollins one-volume Bible Commentary. Some of the scholars appear in both resources but the approach is completely different for each. Many of the scholars are different and it's interesting to compare viewpoints. I'm using both right now to study the book of Kings (1&2 Kings). I think the helpfulness of the notes in the Study Bible (by Robert Wilson) are stronger than those in the Commentary (by Richard Nelson). They are definitely different. Of course, whenever there are two different commentators (frequent in these resources) one will be more helpful than the other.
  2. Hanleyes
    South Milwaukee, WI
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Premier Study Bible for NRSV
    October 17, 2011
    Hanleyes
    South Milwaukee, WI
    Age: 18-24
    Gender: male
    Quality: 4
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    This Bible is a great resource for information. The layout is basic with notes at the bottom, text on top. The notes themselves are short but to the point and include some good information. This is a balanced Bible that it presents most of the interpretations. This is because it's done by the Society of Biblical Literature. (That's also the reason I call it the Premier NRSV Study Bible.) HarperOne is the publishing arm of the NRSV and if you go to the official NRSV website (www.nrsv.net) it is the only direct study Bible listed. Quality is good as well -- while it is a hardcover, it seems to have a leather lining on the inside of the covers which is a nice touch. It is fairly noticeable that the binding is glued however and that could prove to be an issue over the years, but the glue looks very thick. If you love the NRSV because of its style and ecumenical nature as I do, then this is a must have study edition!
  3. MWPeak
    Hamptonville, NC
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Good study bible for serious students
    April 7, 2011
    MWPeak
    Hamptonville, NC
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: male
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    First and foremost, this study bible comes from a liberal theological background. While the scholarship is good, evangelical Christians might find the book very difficult to handle. It's intended audience is upper level students and professionals. However, it is a good study bible for what it offers.

    Second, Christianbook is top notch for customer service. The first copy of the HCSB I received was defective and they not only refunded the return shipping but quickly sent the new copy.

    If you're looking for the liberal side of Christianity to round out a seminary education, this bible is manditory.
  4. K Hugh Acton
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    October 7, 2008
    K Hugh Acton
    Despite the critical stance of this study Bible it is surprisingly helpful in many places. Of course, its great value is the fact that it is sponsored by the Society of Biblical Literature and, as such, it gives a good overview of the state of academic biblical studies. As a conservative many of the view points expressed will be exasperating, however, there are other places where the notes are brilliant. Also, the essays are informative and the maps, while not beautiful, are VERY thorough. I also liked the format and binding, much better than the trend to glossy hardbacks.
  5. Terry Dranitsaris
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    February 28, 2008
    Terry Dranitsaris
    This translation of the NRSV is one of the best I have come across. It is the preferred translation in our church because of the latest updates as described by the publisher.It is an amazing revision and additional information with respects to the OT and NT and the newer essays on archeology. The only disadvantage is that it is not available in leather. When I use my Bible a lot I prefer the easy holding of the Bible with soft genuine leather. Aside from that it is an excellent Study Bible for all students and scholars.
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