Synopses & Reviews
After 10 years of new archeological discoveries and changes in biblical studies, it was time for an overhaul of this classic reference work.
With the guidance of the Society of Biblical Literature, an organization of the best biblical scholars world wide, we have selected Dean of Yale Divinity School, Harold Attridge, to oversee the Study Bible's updating and revision.
Including up-to-date introductions to the Biblical books, based on the latest critical scholarship, by leading experts in the field
concise notes, clearly explaining names, dates, places, obscure terms, and other difficulties in reading the Biblical text careful analysis of the structure of Biblical books
abundant maps, tables, and charts to enable the reader to understand the context of the Bible, and to see the relationship among its parts.
In this new revised edition every introduction, essay, map, illustration and explanatory note has been reviewed and updated, and new material added. For instance,
There are newly commissioned introductory essays on
the archaeology of ancient Israel and the New Testament world,
the religion of ancient Israel,
the social and historical context of each book of the Bible, and
on Biblical interpretation.
There are completely new introductions and notes for many of the books in the Bible, plus a full revision and updating of all others.
Synopsis
The HarperCollins Study Biblehas become the standard general reference for understanding the full meaning of this sacred book. This classic study Bible has now been completely revised and updated under the aegis of the Society of Biblical Literature-the preeminent academic association of the world's best biblical scholars.
Key features of this in-depth reference Bible include:
- The New Revised Standard Version, the most accurate English Bible translation
- Newly commissioned introductory essays on the archaeology and religion of ancient Israel and the New Testament world, the social and historical context of the biblical books, and biblical interpretation
- Essays by leading experts in the field on how the Bible was formed, based on the latest scholarship
- Completely new introductions and notes for select biblical books, plus a full revision and updating of all others-over 25 percent new or revised material
- Twice as many notes as the leading study Bible
- Extensive maps, tables, and charts
- A handy, easy-to-read concordance
Synopsis
Led by Harold Attridge, Dean of Yale Divinity School, the Society of Biblical Literature presents this latest revision of the HarperCollins Study Bible. Reflecting a diversity of scholarship without a religious agenda, this peerless reference work is presented in a lively form for a new generation of readers.
Based on scholarship by the leading experts in the field, the HarperCollins Study Bible provides a wealth of information. Introductions to the books of the bible, accompany careful analyses of the books themselves. Concise notes clearly explain names, place, and any obscure reference. The interrelationship of the Old and New Testaments is explored.
There are maps, table and charts to help the reader understand the relationship between the parts of the Bible. The literary history of the Pentateuch is also addressed, as are the Gnostic Gospels and the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Scholars, clergy, and avid readers of the Bible will all appreciate the insights to be found in this comprehensive guide.
Harold Attridge is Dean of Yale University Divinity School & Lillian Claus Professor of New Testament. He has made scholarly contributions to New Testament exegesis and to the study of Hellenistic Judaism and the history of the early Church.
The Society of Biblical Literature is a 5,500-member international group of experts on the Bible and related fields.
"Nothing is more helpful in sustaining the conversation between desk and pulpit than a good study Bible. None is more helpful than HarperCollins. Now with this revision it exceeds itself."
- Fred B. Craddock, Professor of Preaching and New Testament, Emeritus, Emory University
Synopsis
The HarperCollins Study Bible—Student Edition is the landmark general reference Bible that offers the full text of the New Revised Standard Version as well as in-depth articles, introductions, and comprehensive notes by today's leading biblical scholars for the Society of Biblical Literature. Completely revised and updated, this edition incorporates the latest scholarship and findings as well as incorporating new diagrams, charts, and maps—25% revised or new material.
About the Author
Harold W. Attridge, Ph.D., is Dean of Yale University Divinity School and Lillian Claus Professor of New Testament. He has published many scholarly contributions to New Testament exegesis and to the study of Hellenistic Judaism and the history of the early Church. He also has served as the president of the Society of Biblical Literature.
The Society of Biblical Literature is a nine-thousand-member international group of experts on the Bible and related fields.