CSB Holy Land Illustrated Bible, Hardcover, Black Letter, Full-Color Design, Articles, Photos, Illustrations, Easy-to-Read Bible Serif Type

I have to admit, I wasn't sure about buying this Bible because I'm unfamiliar with the CSB translation, but I'm really glad I took a chance on it!First, this Bible's got a thick cover and very good binding that's stood up well to my frequent handling, and one cat's equally frequent walking across it over the past 6 months, so I'm confident it will last for many years.The pages in this Bible are thick enough that there's very little bleed-through dark background from the flip side of the page. The paper also holds up well to marking with ink pens, and pencils, but highlighters bleed through, even when applied lightly. I'm not sure how they'd do with gel pens since I don't use those. While this Bible doesn't have huge borders for notes, I'm finding I have ample space on the edges, and at the top and bottom of the pages to write down everything I want.I very much like how this Bible is organized. Having the books and verses noted on the top, exterior corners makes it So Much easier to find particular chapters easily. I really appreciate how the chapters of the Bible are separated into sub-chapters with space and bold descriptive headings. This sub-chapter-style organization makes it easy to go back and find particular passages I'm looking for. For example, Acts 15 has sub-chapter titles for "Dispute in Antioch," "The Jerusalem Council," "The Letter to the Gentile Believers," etc. Thanks to the publishers for this feature. <3I've seen some reviews that commented on the additional educational inserts, and I have to admit, I kind of agree with some of them. I very much appreciate the Digging Deeper sections, the brief essays on histories and locations discussed in the Bible, and the pictures and descriptions of old buildings, churches and temples, as they provide wonderful, rich context and details that help explain, and form images, of what life must have been like. For instance, the additional information on Caesarea Maritima really helped me see what the port and Herod's palace must have been like, gave me additional insight in Herod's character, and helped me appreciate the workmanship involved in those structures. I'm not sure how much value is added with the inclusion of pagan gods who aren't mentioned in the Bible, but know I would appreciate seeing images of the ones and details for the ones who are - like Moloch for instance, mentioned in Acts. I couldn't find any inserts on him, but I did find internet searches for his image, and the beliefs around him, provided substance and quite a bit of clarity to Acts 7:42-44.I have to echo what others have said about the maps! I really love them and find they, too, offer substantial clarity to the Bible. For instance, when I was reading about Paul's trip to Rome, it surprised me to see how intent God was on getting Paul to the Island of Malta, and made me wonder why? While I didn't mind doing the research to find Publius became a Christian during that visit, and later a Roman Catholic Bishop, and Malta became the first Roman colony to convert to Christianity, again that information would have provided interesting context.Overall, I’m very, very pleased with this Bible. It provides information that makes me think about stories I’ve heard for generations in an entirely new light, and I appreciate how this translation in written in modern English, so I can focus on content instead of translation. Again, many thanks to the Publishers.

An incredible Bible. Lots of Illustrations and informative introductions. The Bible is accurately sized and well laid out (In Denmark). The book itself is a high quality hardcover, with rich contrast print, and premium aromatic paper (maybe bamboo). An impressive printing by the Chinese. This is a far cry from the bible, we used to read as children, with pages so thin they would rip if you looked at them wrong (ha ha!). I highly recommend this Bible. This would have been the perfect Bible if they offered it in large print. At "fifty" my eyes are not what the used to be.

Excellent resource to make the Bible come alive! Learned a lot of new things!! Beautiful pictures and scenery!Love seeing the historical and archaeological evidence for the stories in the Bible♥️There was a few negative reviews saying the Bible was not as in depth as they wished… i personally think this Bible is awesome for any born again believer!If you are trying to be a theologian than this Bible may not be the deep deep dive you are looking fornor was this book intended for that.This Bible is simply the CSB translated Bible with 4 added features (see photos)1. Book introductions2. Images and illustrations3. Corner section of extra information about biblical artifacts found4. Articles

I love the book marker that holds your place as one reads and studies the beautiful landscapes and maps of ancient biblical times. This book is easy to follow and understand but has interesting points for the more advanced scholars.

The media could not be loaded. This amazing Bible will make you feel as though you’re apart of the “HOLY LAND!” It’s almost as though the beautiful picture come alive to you!! Reading and having a deeper understanding of the culture is amazing. I love this bible. I believe that every collector should have this Bible. I would most definitely recommend it. The quality and the price is good as well.

This Bible is awesome. It takes you TO the Holy Land without even going. It has so many pictures with explanations that you normally don't learn about unless you look it up. I love viewing all of the interesting tidbits that are included that give you a complete history about different Holy Land areas and artifacts. Everyone needs one of these Bibles.

This Bible is great. So many great photos of the Holy Land. However, I decided to give it four stars do to lack of locations. For one the needed to show where Jesus tomb is. Next it could show pictures of the chariot wheels that was found at the bottom of the red sea. Next the location of Sodom and Gamarah. The location where possibly the ark is found. I know there is probably more Im missing. But with just a little more effort I would have given it 5 stars. I think a light update with some added images of the locations would have helped. Other than that this is a great Bible. This is a great way to experience the Holyland of you can't afford it. The imagery of the Holyland being in the Bible brings the stories to life.

Wow☺️What a beautiful book! Full of illustrations to go along with the scriptures.I am impressed. I definitely recommend this bible☺️❤️🙏