I am constantly expanding my resource material library, which includes: Bibles, journals, devotionals, inspirational quotes, uplifting music and more. When the opportunity to review this newly updated NIV Study Bible was offered, I immediately said yes.
This is the most colorful and beautifully illustrated Bible that I have ever owned! The full color pages, maps, charts and chapter introductions are not only informative, but they are also aesthetically pleasing to read.

This NIV Study Bible is a hard cover copy, that is easy to read and follow and makes a great addition to your ever growing inspirational resource library. Reading the scriptures and understanding their meaning is no longer difficult to understand. Note: Some of the scriptures have been removed (due to repetition of similar scriptures in other books/chapters) and placed in the cross reference section. Ex: part a or b of a scripture is printed and the other referenced.
Excerpt from Bible Gateway:
With its decades-long legacy of helping readers grasp the Bible’s meaning, the new NIV Study Bible, Fully Revised Edition embodies the mission of the NIV translation to be an accurate, readable, and clear guide into Scripture. The new edition features:
- Complete text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV)
- Over 21,000 bottom-of-the-page study notes, with icons to make important information easy to spot
- Over 125 topical articles, 16 pages of full-color maps, the Comprehensive NIV Concordance with nearly 4800 word entries, and a subject note index enable even deeper study
- Sixty-six book introductions and outlines along with six section introductions provide valuable background information for each book of the Bible
- In-text maps, charts, diagrams, and illustrations visually clarify the stories in the Bible
- Words of Jesus in red
- Exclusive Zondervan NIV Comfort Print typeface
- 9-point print size (standard size), 10.5-point print size (large print), 7.5-point print size (personal size)

Watch the video for a sneak peak into the concept behind the new revision.
About Zondervan
Zondervan (@Zondervan) is a world leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications. Zondervan, part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., delivers transformational Christian experiences through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, academic resources, and digital products. The company’s products are sold worldwide and translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan offices are located in Grand Rapids, Mich. For additional information, please visit www.zondervan.com.
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Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy for review purposes as a Bible Gateway Blogger Grid member. All review notes and website information used with permission. Any thoughts and opinions expressed were solely my own.
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