NIV, The Womans Study Bible, Full-Color, Ebook: Receiving Gods Truth for Balance, Hope, and Transformation by Dorothy Kelley Patterson

NIV, The Womans Study Bible, Full-Color, Ebook: Receiving Gods Truth for Balance, Hope, and Transformation Reviews

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  Tori

  The best book I have read this year!
  Last January my goal was to read the entire Bible in a year, and read it daily.
  Today I completed that goal!
  If anyone is looking for a place to start, I highly suggest The Bible Recap. Great reading plan.
  Looking forward to digging deeper into God's word this year!
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  Amanda

  This Bible is just amazing! I am amazed at the vast amount of information that is included in this book. I have never owned a study Bible geared towards women and I am very happy to own one now. It highlights many of the women of the Bible, describing them further. It also includes articles on many topics that many people struggle with and face…tears, distress, childbirth, employment, giving, death, weight control.
  There are many maps, tables, and diagrams sprinkled throughout the Bible that will be very helpful. I was excited to find a diagram of the various Millenial Views in the book of Revelation. There are a lot of great visual aids like this that help the reader learn more about the text.
  There is commentary at the bottom of each page but not for every verse. I would like a bit more of the commentary but there are so many other features that it seems that there wasn’t enough room. The text size is not too small and Jesus’ words are highlighted in red.
  The Bible is full color, which is definitely a plus. There are some very pretty floral designs on the opening pages of the books. I’m not a huge fan of the design on the cover of the book. It’s just not my personal style but I think many women would find it appealing.
  Although I own another study Bible, I think this will be my go-to study Bible. I highly recommend this to all women.
  My Rating: 5 stars
  I received this book from Booklook Bloggers to review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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  Cassandra

  I received a complimentary copy.
  
  
  A beautiful cover and even more wonderful on the inside this book brings light and colorful ways for women to study together. It is perfect for group study or even if you just want some alone time. You get a sense of how other females think and feel when interpreting God and how they use the Bible to gain strength, knowledge and wisdom. You get a gift when you take the time to open its pages and explore.
  
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  june n. suddreth

  Women’s Study Bible with A Built in Commentary
  
  This study Bible is so good, it is like a Bible with a built in Commentary. Great for beginning to understand the Bible.
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  Angela

  I finally finished reading the entire Bible tonight. God is great. Amen.
  12/8/21:
  I was unsatisfied with my short review, so I decided to add more. I began reading this Bible after my mother's encouragement to develop my faith a few months into the pandemic. I remember waking up early morning, squinting my sleepy eyes, and slowly processing the words. I am not going to lie and say that I understood every sentence; it was complex and hard to follow many times, and I found myself going past those confusing parts. In my second round of Bible reading, I will take a note to scrutinize every verse more. Also, I will need to read a book on how to get most out of reading the Bible. I ordered a different Bible version, and it will be arriving this week. I heard it's recommended to read many versions of the Bible due to content that gets lost in translations.
  My bible reading habit is a gentle yet powerful way for me to start the day, and I'm thankful to God for this. Amen.
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  Crystal ✬ Lost in Storyland

  The NIV Woman's Study Bible features helpful study information at the beginning of each book of the Bible to give readers context for understanding the book that they are studying. Within the books themselves include features such as quotes, articles, and study charts designed to speak to a woman's heart and give insights into godly womanhood. These features, as well as chapter headings, are provided in full color.
  
  FEATURES
  
  What kind of Bible is this?
  This is a study Bible.
  
  What kind of special content is in this Bible?
  Introduction to each book: includes author background, date (it was written), historical background (setting, audience, purpose), literary characteristics, themes, and outline.
  Commentary (provided in the footnotes)
  Quotes by women, articles, study charts designed to expand the reader's understanding of the historical context and also to apply biblical concepts to life today.
  Table of Weights and Measures
  Index, Concordance, Maps
  
  What Version is it?
  New International Version (NIV)
  
  
  MY THOUGHTS
  
  My Reactions
  What drew me to this Bible is how it is a study Bible designed for women. This is an attractive Bible that includes full-color floral illustrations and font that make it pleasing to read. It encourages me while reading in this study Bible. Furthermore, it provides commentary through study tools that have been created with women in mind. More focus is placed on the women that appear in the Bible and on the circumstances that shaped their life. The study tools also provide information that are relevant to our lives today and which provide parallels between our lives and the lives of woman in biblical times. For example, one article in Genesis provides information on cooking during the time of the patriarchs. This helped me to get a better idea of the domestic lives of the Israelites and relate it to my family’s cooking customs today.
  
  What are you overall feelings towards this particular Bible? Is it easy to use?
  This is a beautiful Bible that is easy to use and encourages me in my Bible reading. The study tools and commentary are relevant and strategically placed to illuminate biblical truths.
  
  Are the study tools helpful and informative? Does the commentary convey Biblical truth?
  I like how the study tools are targeted towards women. They provide a different insight into biblical truths compared to the ones found in other study Bibles and commentaries. This helps me to understand the Bible better from a woman's perspective.
  
  Is the Bible durable?
  I'm reading in the hardback edition of this Bible. The hardcover feels durable, but the pages are cheap and low quality. The imitation leather edition might have higher quality paper. If you're looking for a more affordable edition and don't mind the low paper quality, however, the hardback edition is priced more affordably.
  
  Do you like the typeface and print in general?
  The font for the biblical and is large and readable, but the font for the commentary is on the small side. That said, I know footnotes and articles inserted into a text are typically smaller, so it's not unexpected. I do love how the chapter headings are colored and in a different font. It's beautiful and encourages me while reading in this Bible.
  
  Would you recommend this particular Bible to others?
  I would recommend this particular Bible if you are looking for a Study Bible that is designed with women in mind. It provides especial focus on the women in the Bible and in drawing parallels between their lives and our lives today. I wouldn't recommend it if you are looking for more critical commentary on the Bible or one that with a linguistics focus.
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  TheConsultingWriter

  Get More Out Of Your Daily Reading
  
  First off, let me say that this Bible is thick! I mean, of all the Bibles I’ve received thus far, this is the largest. Roughly 2″ thick and heavy, weight over three pounds. Doesn’t seem like a lot, but the last Bible I reviewed was barely 2 pounds. It’s packed full of Scripture-based insights. Just note: This is not a Bible that lends well to carrying to church or Bible study. Instead, this is the perfect Bible for home study and private reflection.
  
  The front pages include a ketubah marriage contract along with an explanation of its significance, family history pages (this lends itself well as a family Bible), spaces for noted special events and dates, and spiritual mothers/mentors. As with most Bibles, this one includes an introduction and table of contents. Each book is given a separate introduction, background, and outline (with scripture locations noted). The font is a good size for reading, standard size. Throughout the books, there are thought-provoking quotes. This truly is a study Bible. Almost each holds supplemental information along with the reading. Colorful maps are placed in important sections, such as the journey of Moab. There are family trees, like the tree of King Saul. I enjoy the parts that focus on a specific individual in the Bible. For example, this Bible includes information on Bathsheba, how the scandalous adultery overshadowed one simple fact: that she was the mother of the wisest king of Israel.
  
  The appendix includes weights and measures table, as well as a huge index as a reference guide to the special features. While the features do focus a lot on individuals and information helpful for women, it solely a women’s only Bible. It provides food for thought of reading through the entire Word of God. From Joseph’s preparation for leadership to Paul’s missionary journey’s, there’s a lot of in-depth studies to really get to the meat of the Word. This Bible should have a special place in everyone’s home for reading daily. It shouldn’t look pretty over the years but should be worn, read and well loved. If you know of anyone that’s desired to get more out of reading the Bible than just the “read in a year” challenge, this would be it. I received a complimentary copy in exchange for my honest opinion.
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  Create With Joy

  The Woman’s Study Bible NIV Leathersoft Blue/Brown Edition is a visually stunning Bible that will feed and nourish you through every season of your life. This theologically rich Bible contains the wisdom and insights of some of the most influential female leaders of our generation.
  
  This Bible comes in lovely presentation box and is designed with a luxurious leathersoft duo-tone cover that is blue and brown with deeply etched floral embossing and silver lettering that coordinate with the silver-gilded pages. Its 10.5 font is easy on the eyes.
  
  The NIV Woman's Study Bible is full of study notes and extras that will satisfy even the most feature-hungry. I highly recommend this Bible to you!
  
  This excerpt is part of an original review that is published on my blog. To read my review in its entirety, please visit
  Create With Joy.
  
  Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from the publisher. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own, based on my assessment of this book.
  
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  Sarah

  I received this Bible in a leather format, which is how I prefer Bibles, and this one is stunning!! I have this Bible in the NKJV version in leather and it is just as beautiful. The color pages are so nice in this Bible and I especially like the layout.
  This Bible comes to life in color making the Bible easy to read and more appealing to the reader, especially understanding it. It has many maps, indexes, charts and footnotes. I think this Bible would make a great gift for someone, but it would not be my main Bible for study. It is a gorgeous Bible and perfect to bring to Bible studies or to use, but for hardcore studying and wanting to dig deeper daily. I would suggest this for someone who is trying to understand the basics of the Bible, this is a great tool for that. Overall, I think this is a nice Bible and has a lot of great tools to help believers in their walk. It will stand the test of time because of its amazing quality and I love the leathe brown navy blue. You cannot go wrong with this Bible! Make sure to pick up the leather edition! You will love it!
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  Sarah

  I received this Bible in a hardcover format, which isn't how I prefer Bibles, but this one is very nice. I have this Bible in the NKJV version in leather and it is beautiful. The color pages are so nice in this Bible and I especially like the layout.
  This Bible comes to life in color making the Bible easy to read and more appealing to the reader, especially understanding it. It has many maps, indexes, charts and footnotes. I think this Bible would make a great gift for someone, but it would not be my main Bible for study. It is a gorgeous Bible and perfect to bring to Bible studies or to use, but for hardcore studying and wanting to dig deeper daily, I think there are more comprehensive Study Bible's out there for women. I would suggest this for someone who is trying to understand the basics of the Bible, this is a great tool for that. Overall, I think this is a nice Bible and has a lot of great tools to help believers in their walk.
  
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  Create With Joy

  Are you looking for a good study Bible that’s easy to read, theologically rich, beautiful to look at, and written with women in mind?
  
  If so, the new NIV The Woman’s Study Bible should be high on your list of Bibles to consider!
  
  This gorgeous, full-color Bible features a comfortable-to-read 10.5 point font, thousands of verse-by-verse study notes, more than 100 in-text topical articles about issues that are relevant to women today, and biographical portraits of more than 100 women in the Bible!
  
  I love this Bible and highly recommend it to you!
  
  This excerpt is part of an original review that is published on my blog. To read my review in its entirety, please visit
  Create With Joy.
  
  Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from the publisher. The opinions expressed in this review are entirely my own, based on my assessment of this book.
  
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  A Foxtrotter Reads

  My favorite Woman's Bible - full of thought provoking questions, spotlights of women of the Bible and an easy to read typeface. I have the softcover edition and gift the hardcover edition to a friend.
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  Lia

  What a great way to end 2020. Anticipating the coming of Jesus Christ and so thankful for everything that he has given me and my family this year <3
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  Andrea Poteat

  The best Bible I’ve ever read! It’s easy to comprehend and very detailed!