There are several reasons that I am eagerly looking forward to October this year. Not only is it the month when the weather at home is simply scrumptious and perfect, it’s the month of my birthday, and that of my sister-in-law. Fall is at its peak with apple cider and campfires and hikes through fallen leaves.
But this year I am counting down to October 15th in particular. That is the date that the ESV Study Bible is being released. Surely you’ve heard about it by now…right? Personally, it is my favorite translation, though the NET Bible and the NASB are still too beloved to part with too.
This Bible is such a refreshing change from the lightweight, pop-devotional style popular in recent years. 20,000 notes, 80,000 cross-references, over 200 maps, 200 charts, and that’s just the briefest of summaries. You can read more at the blog. There’s also an option to read the Introduction to the Psalms. Granted, the notes should not receive more attention than the text itself. But this is still a true treasure, and more information and teaching than people in many parts of the world would ever hope to see in a lifetime. Let’s take advantage of it. The publisher has also produced it to last a lifetime. And be sure I will be talking more about this come October…
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Dear Natalie,
Thank you for this very exciting info. I bought my first ESV at the beginning of this year, and I’ve loved it so much. I recently was looking for it in a study version with dissapointing results. . . I just thought I wasn’t looking hard enough. I’m getting ready to “retire” my NIV study bible. Thanks again, now I can look forward to October also!
I am definitely looking forward to this Bible coming out! I’ve already ordered mine!
Yay!! I’m so excited! I knew they were coming out with an ESV Study Bible soon, but I didn’t know how soon. I also will be eagerly anticipating that day!