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- Shaunelius Sterns
- Sep 28, 2024
- 2 min read
THE NIV STUDY BIBLE, THE ESV STUDY BIBLE, MATTHEW HENRY’s COMMENTARY ON THE WHOLE BIBLE:
Here's an overview of these three study resources:
*The NIV Study Bible*
_Translation:_ New International Version (NIV)
_Publisher:_ Zondervan
_Features:_
+ Over 20,000 study notes
+ Book introductions and outlines
+ Cross-references and charts
+ Maps and timelines
+ Concordance
+ Articles on biblical themes and doctrines
_Strengths:_
+ Clear and accessible language
+ Comprehensive study notes
+ Easy-to-use format
_Weaknesses:_
+ Some critics argue that the NIV translation sacrifices accuracy for readability
*The ESV Study Bible*
_Translation:_ English Standard Version (ESV)
_Publisher:_ Crossway
_Features:_
+ Over 20,000 study notes
+ Book introductions and outlines
+ Cross-references and charts
+ Maps and timelines
+ Concordance
+ Articles on biblical themes and doctrines
_Strengths:_
+ Literal and accurate translation
+ Comprehensive study notes
+ High-quality production
_Weaknesses:_
+ Some critics argue that the ESV translation can be less readable than other versions
*Matthew Henry's Commentary on the Whole Bible*
_Author:_ Matthew Henry (1662-1714)
_Publisher:_ Various (originally published in 1708-1710)
_Features:_
+ Verse-by-verse commentary
+ Exposition and explanation of biblical text
+ Practical applications and devotional insights
+ Covers entire Bible
_Strengths:_
+ Classic and influential commentary
+ Rich in spiritual insight and practical application
+ Accessible language
_Weaknesses:_
+ Written in 18th-century style, which may be less accessible to modern readers
+ May lack modern scholarly perspectives
*Comparison*
_Translation:_ NIV (more readable) vs. ESV (more literal)
_Study notes:_ Both NIV and ESV Study Bibles offer comprehensive notes
_Commentary style:_ Matthew Henry's commentary is more devotional and practical, while NIV and ESV Study Bibles focus on explanatory notes
_Historical context:_ Matthew Henry's commentary reflects 18th-century perspectives, while NIV and ESV Study Bibles incorporate modern scholarship
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