Posted on 10/23/2008 11:18:36 AM PDT by Gamecock
ESV Study Bible ping!
Would this be the Evangelical Study Bible?
Also is this a new translation apart from the NASV or the NIV? Or is does it use the NASV translation paradigm?
Other Study Bibles form a reformed perspective:
Description: The NIV Spirit of the Reformation Study Bible provides a theologically conservative, balanced system of notes and articles that trace the Reformed Christian heritage back to its roots in the Reformation. Appropriate for both an academic and an informed lay audience, this Bible incorporates extensive study notes, as well as articles, charts, and graphs, that comment on Scripture from a distinctly Reformed perspective. Included is the complete text of each of the six major Reformed doctrinal standards, keyed in the study notes to relevant Scripture passages. Special features:
* In-text theological articles focusing on topics relevant to Reformed believers
* Extensive theological and study notes
* Side-column reference system
* Section and book introductions and outlines
* Doctrinal standards of the Reformed Faith: Heidelberg Catechism, Westminster Confession, Westminster Shorter Catechism, Belgic Confession, Canons of Dort, Westminster Larger Catechism
* In-text maps, charts, and graphs
* Concordance
Monergism Review: Important to note: The ESV Reformation Study Bible is not the same as the Spirit of the Reformation Study Bible. They contain similarities, but in the end the Spirit of the Reformation Study Bible has more resources. Any discerning person will not be happy with the NIV translation, but this error can be overlooked provided the wealth of accurate information contained in the Spirit of the Reformation Study Bible. In my estimation it is the best study Bible on the market. My conclusion was drawn after assessing every major study Bible on the market- yes, every major Study Bible on the market!
The Spirit of the Reformation contains many of the same footnotes found in the Reformation study Bible with one great exception- Spirit of The Reformation contains even more study notes! This is not a Bible I would be without- it is a one stop shop for exposition. Another powerful and unique benefit of this Bible is all the Confessions and Catechism located in the back of the work. These are linked together with footnotes throughout the text. Keep in mind this is a feature not found in the Reformation Study Bible. Dispersed throughout the text is also a series of theological articles written by very competent scholars. Consider just a few of the names associated with this study Bible: Richard L. Pratt Jr. (General Editor), Bruce Walke (Old Testament Editor), Vern S. Poythress and G. K. Beal (New Testament Editors), John Frame and J.I. Packer (Theological Editors). Even if one is more radical or does not agree with some of the exposition this is still the best study Bible available on the market. Of course, a better translation with all the features of this Study Bible would be the best, but it simply does not exist.
It is possible for me to give many reasons why you should purchase this work, but nothing is better than this: I have found no other study Bible as useful or exhaustive that is true to the doctrines of the Reformation. And really, all this means is that this book is more beneficial than any other book when it comes to understanding Scripture. As Protestants understanding the Word of God is our highest vocation and the Spirit of the Reformation Study Bible will assist in doing just that. Recommend as the number 1 study Bible on the market.
-- B. K. Campbell
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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.,p> 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 Bible's many features, including section introductions, book introductions and outlines, comments on the biblical text, theological notes, charts, in-text maps, and cross references. The Reformation Study Bible: NKJV met the need for a study bible that stands firmly in the theological tradition of the Reformation. The Reformation Study Bible: ESV meets the same need, and will be especially welcomed by those who prefer the English Standard Version.
“ The Reformation Study Bible contains a modern restatement of Reformation truth in its comments and theological notes,” writes general editor R. C. Sproul. “It’s purpose is to present the light of the Reformation afresh.” 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
"This is the gold standard for study Bibles, and I will be commending it to my congregation."
--Philip Graham Ryken, Senior Minister, Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia
"This is not a faddish study Bible. It will be around for a while—perhaps generations."
--Michael S. Horton, Westminster Seminary California,
"A wonderful guide for anyone who desires to understand the great, historical doctrines of the church embedded in God's Word."
--Joni Eareckson Tada -- Dr. J. Ligon Duncan III, Senior Minister, First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, Mississippi
"I recommend The Reformation Study Bible for its combination of an accurate translation and high quality study notes."
--Dr. Vern S. Poythress, Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Westminster Theological Seminary, Philadelphia
ESV=English Standard Version
It’s the English Standard Version. I’m not sure of its relationship to other translations such as NIV.
***Faith preceeds repentence.***
He didn’t say that. He said REGENERATION. Big difference.
A dead person can do nothing. You are born again, regenerated so you can have faith.
Somebody please help me out here. I want to learn. I got saved on August 18, 1962 and have been somewhat of a Bible scholar all these years, and have JUST NOW for the first time heard the term Monergism.
After reading most of your paragraph about Regeneration, I’m beginning to think Monergism is nothing more than a 75-cent name for Hyper-Calvinism, which used the acrostic: T-U-L-I-P to illustrate its 5 pillars. Am I getting warm?
I also may as well state that on this same type thread regarding this Bible yesterday, I read down the list of all the contributors of the content and articles in the new Study Bible. I found it curious that the ONLY name I recognized out of all those dozens was J.I. Packer. So who ARE all these strangers, and what doctrine might they be peddling? I think I’ll just stick to The New KJV and The NIV, and my Strong’s Concordance and let the supercharged Calvinists go do their own thang!
Supercharged?
Nope.
The acrostic TULIP defines every day, run of the mill Calvinists.
A good description of hyper-calvinism is as follows:
The hyper Calvinist emphasizes the sovereignty of God to such an extent that man's human responsibility is denied. In actuality, hyper Calvinism is a rejection of historic Calvinist thought. Hyper-Calvinism denies the gospel call applies to all, and/or denies that faith is the duty of every sinner, and/or denies the gospel offer to the non-elect, and/or denies that the offer of divine mercy is free and universal, and/or denies that there is such a thing as "common grace," and/or denies that God has any sort of love for the non-elect. Calvinists do not agree with the hyper-Calvinists. Source: CARM
I find that curious as well!
The contributors are well know Reformed and Evangelical scholars, many of them are seminary professors, not authors of the drivel you will find in most Christian bookstores. BTW, J.I. Packer is a Calvinist.
**So who ARE all these strangers, and what doctrine might they be peddling?**
They aren't strangers. Perhaps you should get out more. ;-)
That name “American Standard Version” was already taken.
So?
Can a dead man believe?
Only the regenerate can do so.
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