The Jerusalem Bible
The Jerusalem Bible
When it comes to Bible translations, readability and reliability are what matter; and on both counts, the original Jerusalem Bible stands alone.
Reissued for the first time in over a decade, The Jersusalem Bible, Readers Edition carries the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church. It meets the need for a modern translation based on the most reliable ancient texts. While it avoids the archaic language of the King James Version, it still holds to the traditional (non inclusive) language that appeals to conservative Catholic and Protestant Christians.
The Jerusalem Bible, Readers Edition is filled with several appealing features:
the complete canon of Holy Scripture, including the deuterocanonical books an English translation that is as close as possible to the literal meaning of the ancient texts traditional, noninclusive language limited footnotes where necessary to clarify only the literal meaning of the text a portable 5 1/2 X 8 1/4 trim size You may read the Bible daily, regularly, or only occasionally. You may be a lay person, clergy, or even a Scripture scholar. You may be looking for a book that will inspire you, enrich your life, and deepen your faith. If you want a translation that you can trust, The Jerusalem Bible, Reader's Edition is the version for you.
