Common English

Take a fresh look at the Bible while you experience a new translation. The Common English Bible combines a commitment to both accuracy and readability. The result is a new version of the Bible the typical reader or worshipper is able to understand with ease. Written in today's modern English, the Common English Bible was created through the careful work of 118 leading biblical scholars from 22 faith traditions and thorough field tests by 77 reading groups. The CEB Compact Thin edition is a highly portable, small format Bible that is thinner than an inch. Plus generous line spacing offers increased legibility of 6.5-point type. Available in DecoTone simulated leather and Bonded Leather bindings

FEATURES:
4 1/4" x 6 1/2"
6.5 point type
1264 pages
Ribbon marker
Two-column setting with black letter text
Presentation page
In-text subject headings
Study and reading helps
Topical index
8 pages of full-color maps exclusively from National Geographic

ENDORSEMENT: "Our reading group was transformed by this experience of reading and commenting on the Common English Bible. It's significant that people from age 15 to 85 were so fired up by reading the translation." --Eileen Parfrey, Springwater Presbyterian Church, Estacado, Oregon

Strengthening one's prayer life ranks high among lists of resolutions. With this new Bible dedicated to the practice of prayer, readers will experience a thoughtful, devotion-like exploration of praying. They will feel encouraged to pray because they will learn new ideas for prayer, Bible study, and spiritual formation including: two-way conversation with God and Scripture; imagination in writing and art; praying the text; praying the Psalms; reading the Bible aloud; prayers of the saints; prayer practices from around the world; and highlighted prayers of the Bible. With a sophisticated brown-on-brown burnished cover, this Bible can be used over and over again for continued inspiration and encouragement. Great for small group Bible studies at church and for personal study.

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BENEFITS

Enjoy a fresh take on a cost-friendly Bible with a blue iridescent softcover Common English Gift and Award Bible with a modern weave texture and white stamping. Common English Bible Gift and Award Editions make ideal gifts for confirmations, birthdays, promotions, and special occasions. Each Bible features translation footnotes, in-text subject headings and color maps from National Geographic and is offered in a variety of bindings to suit price and personal taste considerations. Red and black letter editions available.

ABOUT THE TRANSLATION: The Common English Bible is a bold new version built on common ground. By avoiding obscure words and outdated phrases, this fresh translation removes language barriers to ensure an enjoyable, natural reading experience for young and old, believers and seekers. The result is a completely accurate translation of the original texts that's relevant, readable, reliable and easily understood today.

FEATURES:
5 3/8" x 8 3/8"
7.5 point type
736 pages
Red letter text
Comfortable two-column format
Subject headings within the text
Translation footnotes
Dictionary

This new take on the ministry standard of pew Bibles has a brown cork look with modern wave design in metallic copper ink. Designed for the contemporary setting, this church Bible is ideal for repeated congregational use or to send home with visitors. The Common English Church Bible Casual Edition features comfortable-to-read black-letter text, translation footnotes, and in-text subject headings. Hardcover edition also available. 5 3/8" x 8 3/8."

ABOUT THE TRANSLATION: The Common English Bible is perfectly suited for use in public worship and reading aloud. This bold new version avoids obscure words and outdated phrases, removing language barriers to ensure an enjoyable, natural reading experience for young and old, believers and seekers. The result is a completely accurate translation of the original texts that's relevant, readable, reliable, and easily understood today.

FEATURES:
5 3/8" x 8 3/8"
8 point type
960 pages
Comfortable two-column setting with black letter text
In-text subject headings
Translation footnotes

The modern cross design and soft touch of rich indigo DecoTone on the Common English Premium Gift Bible will bring enjoyment for years to come. Common English Gift Bibles are ideal for any gift-giving occasion including birthdays, confirmations, promotions, graduations, and other special occasions. Gift Bibles feature translation footnotes, in-text subject headings, color maps from National Geographic and are offered in a variety of bindings to suit price and personal taste considerations.

ABOUT THE TRANSLATION: The Common English Bible is a bold new version built on common ground. By avoiding obscure words and outdated phrases, this fresh translation removes language barriers to ensure an enjoyable, natural reading experience for young and old, believers and seekers. The result is a completely accurate translation of the original texts that s relevant, readable, reliable and easily understood today.

FEATURES: 5 3/8" x 8 3/8" 7.5 point type 736 pages Ribbon marker Comfortable two-column format Presentation page Subject headings within the text Translation footnotes Dictionary (12 pages) Reading Plans Topical Index 2 full-color maps exclusively from National Geographic

The CEB Study Bible gives you the tools, illustrations, and explanations necessary for making informed decisions about the meaning of the Bible. The notes in this study Bible don't tell you what to believe. Instead, they give you the context for what the books of the Bible meant to their earliest readers and what the Bible means right now.

The CEB Study Bible is for encouragement and challenge, for guidance and reflection, for study and prayer:

• The reliable, readable, and relevant Common English Bible translation in a single-column setting
• Detailed book introductions, outlines, and notes from the finest biblical studies professors
• Full-color throughout, including more than 200 illustrations, photographs, maps, and charts
• Hundreds of thousands of cross references
• More than 300 indexed sidebar and general articles
• 21 full-color maps designed by National Geographic and fully indexed