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The Reformation Study Bible: English Standard Version | 
 enlarge | Author: Published By Ligonier Ministries General Editor-r. C. Sproul
Creators: R. C. Sproul, Keith Mathison
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Category: Book
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Rating:  61 reviews
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Media: Hardcover
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Pages: 1948
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.2
Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 6.9 x 1.8
ISBN: 0875526438
Dewey Decimal Number: 220
EAN: 9780875526430
ASIN: 0875526438
Publication Date: February 16, 2005
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Product Description
During the Reformation, a renewed interest in Scripture brought great light to the church and the world. In The Reformation Study Bible, general editor R. C. Sproul aims to present the light of the Reformation anew by combining an accessible translation with study notes that stand firmly in the theological tradition of the Reformation. No other study Bible gives the reader more assistance in understanding the great doctrines and themes of the Christian faith as found in the Scriptures. Extensive notes have been researched and written by a team of more than fifty scholars, including J. I. Packer, James Boice, and Wayne Grudem. All Christians that want to dig deeper in their study of Scripture will appreciate the bibles many features, including section introductions, book introductions and outlines, comments on the biblical text, theological notes, charts, in-text maps, and cross-references. The first study bible based on the English Standard Version, The Reformation Study Bible is the perfect choice for men and women that want to study Gods word in a language they can understand. Features - Thousands of study notes crucial to an in-depth study of biblical passages, verses, and words
- 96 notes on central doctrinal teachings of Scripture
- Introductions to the seven groups of biblical books, an introduction to the intertestamental period, and book introductions and outlines that detail the background, structure, and meaning of the biblical text
- Written by 48 scholars, including Sinclair Ferguson, Dennis Johnson, Simon Kistemaker, Willem VanGemeren, and Gordon Wenham.
- Edited by R. C. Sproul, assisted by Bruce Waltke (OT editor), Moises Silva (NT editor), James Boice, Edmund Clowney, and others.
- 19 in-text maps help readers follow Bible geography
- 12 charts aid visually oriented readers
- Center-column cross-references
- Concordance to the ESV
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 Most informative bible information September 23, 2008
This bible has by far the most interesting, informative, and accurate commentary notes of any bible I have ever owned. It gives an excellent perspective of the text from a reformed viewpoint. I highly recommend it. If there would be any negative comments, it would be that the page paper is a little thin for my preference. But, the content far outweighs that negative.
 Not bad but didn't meet expectations September 20, 2008
I'm a regular reader of RC Sproul's books and Ligonier publications, such as TableTalk. I was expecting much more depth in this Bible. The notes don't have much substance overall, especially on passages critical to reformed theology. The articles are better. Maps and charts are limited for a study Bible. It's not bad, but if you are expecting a work comparable to Ligonier standards, you might be a little disappointed.
 Recycled Study Bible September 10, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was realy looking forward to reading this study bible. I started with the introduction and was instantly struck by its familiarity. I pulled my NKJV New Geneva Study bible off the shelf and started comparing them side by side. The introduction, chapter introductions, sidebars etc. are identical. Even the footnotes are the same apart from an occaisional variation in the bold footnote heading. Not surprisingly, the list of contributors is also identical. Apart from the actual ESV translation, this bible is the same as my 1995 New Geneva Study Bible. The only other difference is that my 1995 edition has four short articles at the end.
I was hoping for something new, but I was disappointed. If you don't alread own the New Geneva Study bible, then this may work for you. But I will pick up a cheaper ESV edition, just for the translation.
The Current Standard August 27, 2008
First off, let me make clear that no study notes are perfect, only the word of God is. But with that being said, this is an amazing bible. With the best modern english translation, ESV, R.C. Sproul adds tons of great articles and study notes from the reformed perspective. I'd say the best bible on the market until the ESV Study Bible from Crossway comes out October 15, 2008.
 Great, but.... August 17, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Great study bible. I can say, beyond doubt, this is the most doctrinally pure Study Bible. Very readable. I prefer the NIV for reading, but since this bible is meant for "serious study" the ESV was a great choice. Defends the doctrines of Grace. True to the reformed tradition, supports infant baptism. However, the authors are not dogmatic and clearly state that there are many brethren who hold other positions.
One major FLAW is in prophecy. All the reformers and the founders of mainline churches clearly stated that the papacy is the antichrist, Islam is the other horn of the antichrist, The Roman Church is the whore of babylon, etc...
It is, at best, misleading to avoid these.
In conclusion, I don't regret in one bit buying this great study tool. However, for the reason I mentioned above, I'm slight disappointed,..
However, no study bible is perfect. And, with the options available today (infected with "I'm in charge Arminianism, and sci-fi eschatology), this is a NO-BRAINER.
Get it!
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