Behind the ESV and the ESV Study Bible
THE ESV TRANSLATION: MAINTAINING ACCURACY AND BEAUTY OF LANGUAGE
Among the many different English translations available, the ESV is unique in a number of ways. As an “essentially literal” Bible translation, the ESV seeks to maintain word-for-word accuracy in translating the original Greek and Hebrew, while also retaining beauty, cadence, and readability in English.
To learn more about essentially literal translation and how it differs from other translation philosophies, we would encourage you to see Dr. Leland Ryken’s book Understanding English Bible Translation or you can preview this work through Dr. Ryken’s two part Q&A. Part 1. Part 2.
ESV STUDY BIBLE: GROWING IN GRACE AND THE KNOWLEDGE OF CHRIST
Crossway brought together an outstanding team of 95 experts and communicators from around the world, from more than 20 different denominations. The ESV Study Bible provides comprehensive resources equivalent to a 20-volume reference library. In addition to more than 20,000 notes, the ESV Study Bible includes over 50 articles on doctrine, apologetics, and ethics—covering topics such as the Trinity, the reliability of Scripture, how the cannon was put together, and how the Bible was translated.
“We want to see God’s people grow in grace and in their knowledge of Jesus Christ. Our goal with the ESV Study Bible is to encourage people in their faith and to equip them to understand God’s Word so that they can live lives fully pleasing to him,” explains Justin Taylor, Study Bible Project Director and VP of Editorial.
ON THE WEB AND INTO THE FUTURE
It has also been a privilege to publish God’s Word (along with all of the study notes, maps, and articles) on the web, mobile devices, and Amazon’s Kindle—allowing readers to conveniently access the Study Bible wherever they are. Watch for our soon-to-be released application for the iPhone, and a completely updated ESV Online Web site, which will be available later this year.
“It is a tremendous joy and privilege to participate in the ministry of God’s holy Word,” said Geoff Dennis, VP of Sales, Marketing, and Media. “May God bring a renewed love for his Word, an ever-growing desire for sanctified living, and a greater commitment to the gospel—all for the glory of Christ!”
Trackback Thursday Continues!
We will be giving away a new ESV Study Bible every day through Wednesday 11/11/09. Here’s a reminder on how the contest works.
I would love to give an ESVSB to my sister who is off at University in Waterloo, ON. I know she will be bombarded with many opinions on Christianity and the Bible both from within the Church and from without. I think the ESVSB would be excellent in grounding her in Scripture and providing a reliable guide in a sea of “opinions” on what the bible means. I have a young family and just don’t have the discretionary income to get her an ESVSB right now. Thank you all for your wonderful publishing ministry. - Eric
Eric, please let me know how we can bless your sister while she studies at UofWaterloo. I pastor Harvest Bible Chapel, located 15minutes from Uof Waterloo campus (www.harvestcambridge.ca). We’ll be happy to purchase a new ESV Study Bible for her! jacob@havestcambridge.ca
I Bought the ESV Study Bible a few days before the year 2010.
I’m telling you brothers & sisters in Christ, this is one Investment that has been so fruitful to me. Myself being in my mid 20’s, it has been a turning point for me in my personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Because of those beautiful illustrations, notes & maps of whatever portion I’m reading, I have begun the interest in learning more from the Bible.
It leaves me so spell bound and has brought me more on my knees.
I hope every beloved person in Christ get hold of this Study Bible as soon as possible!
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