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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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