Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

brilliant, 23 Apr 2003
i bought an NIV as it's the version used in my church, and i wanted a Bible that i could follow the readings with. this is a very good edition, including a Bible guide at the back, pointing out the page and verse references to important events, parables, miracles and so on. also has the all-essential Holy Land maps, just in case you ever find yourself lost in Israel! the pages aren't too delicately thin, and the book flops open comfortably, so it should last me a while!

An easy read, 06 Mar 2001
Of all the versions I have read of the holy bible this is the easiest to understand. It is therefore a good gift to give a new christian or a person interested in christianity. The acuracy of the text is excellent and so makes a good version for study.

To help you through this book the 18 page guide helps both experienced bible readers and the novice find the people, places and stories of interest. I find this particularly useful when I am to tell the stories from the bible to young children.

I would recommend everyone to have a copy of this bible in ther home.

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

brilliant, 23 Apr 2003
i bought an NIV as it's the version used in my church, and i wanted a Bible that i could follow the readings with. this is a very good edition, including a Bible guide at the back, pointing out the page and verse references to important events, parables, miracles and so on. also has the all-essential Holy Land maps, just in case you ever find yourself lost in Israel! the pages aren't too delicately thin, and the book flops open comfortably, so it should last me a while!

An easy read, 06 Mar 2001
Of all the versions I have read of the holy bible this is the easiest to understand. It is therefore a good gift to give a new christian or a person interested in christianity. The acuracy of the text is excellent and so makes a good version for study.

To help you through this book the 18 page guide helps both experienced bible readers and the novice find the people, places and stories of interest. I find this particularly useful when I am to tell the stories from the bible to young children.

I would recommend everyone to have a copy of this bible in ther home.

Good hard-backed pocket size Bible., 09 Aug 2008
I have bought three of these Bibles. Being pocket sized, they are very handy for carrying on one's person at all times. The binding is good quality, so should last many years. The printing quality is a little variable with some parts of certain pages being bold whilst others being faint. The text is small, but not too small: I wear reading glasses, but in good light I can read the text without them. Overall I recommend this book.

Beautiful bible, 31 Mar 2008
Oh wow! This Bible just arrived today and it is utterly GORGEOUS. It is actually baby pink leather (not the colour in the pic at all) with an embossed floral pattern that is a darker pink and lower than the leather of the rest of the cover.
I haven't used it yet but it really is incredibly beautiful (and after all we know what is inside!) and would make a stunning gift.
I'm actually glad I mislaid my old brown hardback Bible now!
This is also a really good size for popping in your handbag as it is A6 size (a quarter of A4).
I am so pleased with this Bible - it is much nicer than the picture shows and I know my friends are going to coo over it as it is SO girlie!
Also, while it says Holy Bible on the spine, the front and back covers have just the pattern so it is discreet as well; perfect for reading in public if you are not ready to openly evangelise!

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

brilliant, 23 Apr 2003
i bought an NIV as it's the version used in my church, and i wanted a Bible that i could follow the readings with. this is a very good edition, including a Bible guide at the back, pointing out the page and verse references to important events, parables, miracles and so on. also has the all-essential Holy Land maps, just in case you ever find yourself lost in Israel! the pages aren't too delicately thin, and the book flops open comfortably, so it should last me a while!

An easy read, 06 Mar 2001
Of all the versions I have read of the holy bible this is the easiest to understand. It is therefore a good gift to give a new christian or a person interested in christianity. The acuracy of the text is excellent and so makes a good version for study.

To help you through this book the 18 page guide helps both experienced bible readers and the novice find the people, places and stories of interest. I find this particularly useful when I am to tell the stories from the bible to young children.

I would recommend everyone to have a copy of this bible in ther home.

Good hard-backed pocket size Bible., 09 Aug 2008
I have bought three of these Bibles. Being pocket sized, they are very handy for carrying on one's person at all times. The binding is good quality, so should last many years. The printing quality is a little variable with some parts of certain pages being bold whilst others being faint. The text is small, but not too small: I wear reading glasses, but in good light I can read the text without them. Overall I recommend this book.

Beautiful bible, 31 Mar 2008
Oh wow! This Bible just arrived today and it is utterly GORGEOUS. It is actually baby pink leather (not the colour in the pic at all) with an embossed floral pattern that is a darker pink and lower than the leather of the rest of the cover.
I haven't used it yet but it really is incredibly beautiful (and after all we know what is inside!) and would make a stunning gift.
I'm actually glad I mislaid my old brown hardback Bible now!
This is also a really good size for popping in your handbag as it is A6 size (a quarter of A4).
I am so pleased with this Bible - it is much nicer than the picture shows and I know my friends are going to coo over it as it is SO girlie!
Also, while it says Holy Bible on the spine, the front and back covers have just the pattern so it is discreet as well; perfect for reading in public if you are not ready to openly evangelise!

Braw, 26 Aug 2001
If yir lookin fir yer bible stories in the glasgae banter, then this book'll be fir you.

(If you can't read the above statement then it probably wont be)

In this book, Jamie Stuart gives a informative and humourous interpretation of well loved bible stories in the glasgow venacular.

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

brilliant, 23 Apr 2003
i bought an NIV as it's the version used in my church, and i wanted a Bible that i could follow the readings with. this is a very good edition, including a Bible guide at the back, pointing out the page and verse references to important events, parables, miracles and so on. also has the all-essential Holy Land maps, just in case you ever find yourself lost in Israel! the pages aren't too delicately thin, and the book flops open comfortably, so it should last me a while!

An easy read, 06 Mar 2001
Of all the versions I have read of the holy bible this is the easiest to understand. It is therefore a good gift to give a new christian or a person interested in christianity. The acuracy of the text is excellent and so makes a good version for study.

To help you through this book the 18 page guide helps both experienced bible readers and the novice find the people, places and stories of interest. I find this particularly useful when I am to tell the stories from the bible to young children.

I would recommend everyone to have a copy of this bible in ther home.

Good hard-backed pocket size Bible., 09 Aug 2008
I have bought three of these Bibles. Being pocket sized, they are very handy for carrying on one's person at all times. The binding is good quality, so should last many years. The printing quality is a little variable with some parts of certain pages being bold whilst others being faint. The text is small, but not too small: I wear reading glasses, but in good light I can read the text without them. Overall I recommend this book.

Beautiful bible, 31 Mar 2008
Oh wow! This Bible just arrived today and it is utterly GORGEOUS. It is actually baby pink leather (not the colour in the pic at all) with an embossed floral pattern that is a darker pink and lower than the leather of the rest of the cover.
I haven't used it yet but it really is incredibly beautiful (and after all we know what is inside!) and would make a stunning gift.
I'm actually glad I mislaid my old brown hardback Bible now!
This is also a really good size for popping in your handbag as it is A6 size (a quarter of A4).
I am so pleased with this Bible - it is much nicer than the picture shows and I know my friends are going to coo over it as it is SO girlie!
Also, while it says Holy Bible on the spine, the front and back covers have just the pattern so it is discreet as well; perfect for reading in public if you are not ready to openly evangelise!

Braw, 26 Aug 2001
If yir lookin fir yer bible stories in the glasgae banter, then this book'll be fir you.

(If you can't read the above statement then it probably wont be)

In this book, Jamie Stuart gives a informative and humourous interpretation of well loved bible stories in the glasgow venacular.

Excellent English Bible!, 22 Sep 2008
Everything mentioned in the first review! I thought Anglisized had two S's in it - except in the USA?

Better quality and easier to read, thicker paper., 20 Jun 2008
I was delighted to receive ESV cross-reference hardback Bible.
It is a vast improvement on the first ESV Bible I purchased that was published by the British publisher Collins.

.This new improved edition is better made, It feels more solid.
.The paper is better quality
.The text size is bigger,not too big, not too small, so easier to read.
.Has ESV 2007 updated text with British/ Anglicized spelling.
.Has a concordance.
.Has book introductions.

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

brilliant, 23 Apr 2003
i bought an NIV as it's the version used in my church, and i wanted a Bible that i could follow the readings with. this is a very good edition, including a Bible guide at the back, pointing out the page and verse references to important events, parables, miracles and so on. also has the all-essential Holy Land maps, just in case you ever find yourself lost in Israel! the pages aren't too delicately thin, and the book flops open comfortably, so it should last me a while!

An easy read, 06 Mar 2001
Of all the versions I have read of the holy bible this is the easiest to understand. It is therefore a good gift to give a new christian or a person interested in christianity. The acuracy of the text is excellent and so makes a good version for study.

To help you through this book the 18 page guide helps both experienced bible readers and the novice find the people, places and stories of interest. I find this particularly useful when I am to tell the stories from the bible to young children.

I would recommend everyone to have a copy of this bible in ther home.

Good hard-backed pocket size Bible., 09 Aug 2008
I have bought three of these Bibles. Being pocket sized, they are very handy for carrying on one's person at all times. The binding is good quality, so should last many years. The printing quality is a little variable with some parts of certain pages being bold whilst others being faint. The text is small, but not too small: I wear reading glasses, but in good light I can read the text without them. Overall I recommend this book.

Beautiful bible, 31 Mar 2008
Oh wow! This Bible just arrived today and it is utterly GORGEOUS. It is actually baby pink leather (not the colour in the pic at all) with an embossed floral pattern that is a darker pink and lower than the leather of the rest of the cover.
I haven't used it yet but it really is incredibly beautiful (and after all we know what is inside!) and would make a stunning gift.
I'm actually glad I mislaid my old brown hardback Bible now!
This is also a really good size for popping in your handbag as it is A6 size (a quarter of A4).
I am so pleased with this Bible - it is much nicer than the picture shows and I know my friends are going to coo over it as it is SO girlie!
Also, while it says Holy Bible on the spine, the front and back covers have just the pattern so it is discreet as well; perfect for reading in public if you are not ready to openly evangelise!

Braw, 26 Aug 2001
If yir lookin fir yer bible stories in the glasgae banter, then this book'll be fir you.

(If you can't read the above statement then it probably wont be)

In this book, Jamie Stuart gives a informative and humourous interpretation of well loved bible stories in the glasgow venacular.

Excellent English Bible!, 22 Sep 2008
Everything mentioned in the first review! I thought Anglisized had two S's in it - except in the USA?

Better quality and easier to read, thicker paper., 20 Jun 2008
I was delighted to receive ESV cross-reference hardback Bible.
It is a vast improvement on the first ESV Bible I purchased that was published by the British publisher Collins.

.This new improved edition is better made, It feels more solid.
.The paper is better quality
.The text size is bigger,not too big, not too small, so easier to read.
.Has ESV 2007 updated text with British/ Anglicized spelling.
.Has a concordance.
.Has book introductions.

Read aloud, 14 Apr 2007
Great bible version to read aloud. Try it in a mock Scottish accent, it works a treat! Compares well with modern translations (e.g. ESV, NIV, TNIV) and makes a refreshing alternative. Thank God for Tyndale.

lovely, 26 Aug 2003
Be warned - it's a bit unwieldy for quick reference, so have an easier version to hand if you are doing Bible study. Otherwise amazing.

Review of the first all modern English Bible, 11 Aug 2002
I purchased this Bible from the British Library as they published it for the 2000 millennium. It was a careful rewrite of the 1526 edition with corrected spellings taken from the 1536 edition. One problem for the modern reader is that there are no verses only chapter headings. It is therefore difficult to match verse by verse with other translations. The spelling is original but well worth reading. One helpful tip; Tyndale was a Gloucestershire man so try reading aloud in a Gloucestershire accent and it really does come alive!
W.R.Cooper who was given the task of reviewing the three remaining original manuscripts has done a remarkable job. On occasions Tyndale reads better than other translations. Take for instance the difficult word propitiation in Romans 3:25. Tyndale calls it 'seat of mercy.' In fact his translation was so good that the King James translators took large parts of Tyndale and transported it direct into their pages. I have compared every text of the Book of Romans against the New King James Version and Tyndale. There are whole sections of text where little if any changes are noticed. He uses words like 'favour' for 'grace' 'valour' for 'forbearance'.

Just to give one comparison with the New King James Version, we read in Romans 3:31

"Do we then make void the law through faith? Certainly not! On the contrary, we establish the law." NKJV

"Do we then destroye the lawe throw fayth? God forbid. We rather mayntayne the lawe.." (Tyndale original spelling.)

"Do we then destroy the law through faith? God forbid. We rather maintain the law." (Tyndale modern version by review writer.)

Notice the different use of words in this verse as an example where there are changes. Tyndale uses 'destroy' instead of 'void'. 'God forbid' instead of 'Certainly not 'maintain' instead of 'establish'. We also need to bear in mind changes in the meaning of words since 1526.

To sum up. The Christian reader will find much to learn from Tyndale's beautiful translation. On occasion he is to be preferred to other translations. Reading this translation has brought much enjoyment and enrichment when reading the Word of God. I recommend it highly.

All Bible readers should have a copy., 23 Mar 2002
Good fun to read aloud and get the intonation of the sixteenth century and a different slant to the meaning.

Excellent Resource, 18 May 2001
This book provides the Tyndale edition in original spelling, which is an excellent resource. We are greatly indebted to the British Library and to the editors for making it available. By having the original spelling, we are able to get a true feel for the English of the period.

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

brilliant, 23 Apr 2003
i bought an NIV as it's the version used in my church, and i wanted a Bible that i could follow the readings with. this is a very good edition, including a Bible guide at the back, pointing out the page and verse references to important events, parables, miracles and so on. also has the all-essential Holy Land maps, just in case you ever find yourself lost in Israel! the pages aren't too delicately thin, and the book flops open comfortably, so it should last me a while!

An easy read, 06 Mar 2001
Of all the versions I have read of the holy bible this is the easiest to understand. It is therefore a good gift to give a new christian or a person interested in christianity. The acuracy of the text is excellent and so makes a good version for study.

To help you through this book the 18 page guide helps both experienced bible readers and the novice find the people, places and stories of interest. I find this particularly useful when I am to tell the stories from the bible to young children.

I would recommend everyone to have a copy of this bible in ther home.

Good hard-backed pocket size Bible., 09 Aug 2008
I have bought three of these Bibles. Being pocket sized, they are very handy for carrying on one's person at all times. The binding is good quality, so should last many years. The printing quality is a little variable with some parts of certain pages being bold whilst others being faint. The text is small, but not too small: I wear reading glasses, but in good light I can read the text without them. Overall I recommend this book.

Beautiful bible, 31 Mar 2008
Oh wow! This Bible just arrived today and it is utterly GORGEOUS. It is actually baby pink leather (not the colour in the pic at all) with an embossed floral pattern that is a darker pink and lower than the leather of the rest of the cover.
I haven't used it yet but it really is incredibly beautiful (and after all we know what is inside!) and would make a stunning gift.
I'm actually glad I mislaid my old brown hardback Bible now!
This is also a really good size for popping in your handbag as it is A6 size (a quarter of A4).
I am so pleased with this Bible - it is much nicer than the picture shows and I know my friends are going to coo over it as it is SO girlie!
Also, while it says Holy Bible on the spine, the front and back covers have just the pattern so it is discreet as well; perfect for reading in public if you are not ready to openly evangelise!

Braw, 26 Aug 2001
If yir lookin fir yer bible stories in the glasgae banter, then this book'll be fir you.

(If you can't read the above statement then it probably wont be)

In this book, Jamie Stuart gives a informative and humourous interpretation of well loved bible stories in the glasgow venacular.

Excellent English Bible!, 22 Sep 2008
Everything mentioned in the first review! I thought Anglisized had two S's in it - except in the USA?

Better quality and easier to read, thicker paper., 20 Jun 2008
I was delighted to receive ESV cross-reference hardback Bible.
It is a vast improvement on the first ESV Bible I purchased that was published by the British publisher Collins.

.This new improved edition is better made, It feels more solid.
.The paper is better quality
.The text size is bigger,not too big, not too small, so easier to read.
.Has ESV 2007 updated text with British/ Anglicized spelling.
.Has a concordance.
.Has book introductions.

Read aloud, 14 Apr 2007
Great bible version to read aloud. Try it in a mock Scottish accent, it works a treat! Compares well with modern translations (e.g. ESV, NIV, TNIV) and makes a refreshing alternative. Thank God for Tyndale.

lovely, 26 Aug 2003
Be warned - it's a bit unwieldy for quick reference, so have an easier version to hand if you are doing Bible study. Otherwise amazing.

Review of the first all modern English Bible, 11 Aug 2002
I purchased this Bible from the British Library as they published it for the 2000 millennium. It was a careful rewrite of the 1526 edition with corrected spellings taken from the 1536 edition. One problem for the modern reader is that there are no verses only chapter headings. It is therefore difficult to match verse by verse with other translations. The spelling is original but well worth reading. One helpful tip; Tyndale was a Gloucestershire man so try reading aloud in a Gloucestershire accent and it really does come alive!
W.R.Cooper who was given the task of reviewing the three remaining original manuscripts has done a remarkable job. On occasions Tyndale reads better than other translations. Take for instance the difficult word propitiation in Romans 3:25. Tyndale calls it 'seat of mercy.' In fact his translation was so good that the King James translators took large parts of Tyndale and transported it direct into their pages. I have compared every text of the Book of Romans against the New King James Version and Tyndale. There are whole sections of text where little if any changes are noticed. He uses words like 'favour' for 'grace' 'valour' for 'forbearance'.

Just to give one comparison with the New King James Version, we read in Romans 3:31

"Do we then make void the law through faith? Certainly not! On the contrary, we establish the law." NKJV

"Do we then destroye the lawe throw fayth? God forbid. We rather mayntayne the lawe.." (Tyndale original spelling.)

"Do we then destroy the law through faith? God forbid. We rather maintain the law." (Tyndale modern version by review writer.)

Notice the different use of words in this verse as an example where there are changes. Tyndale uses 'destroy' instead of 'void'. 'God forbid' instead of 'Certainly not 'maintain' instead of 'establish'. We also need to bear in mind changes in the meaning of words since 1526.

To sum up. The Christian reader will find much to learn from Tyndale's beautiful translation. On occasion he is to be preferred to other translations. Reading this translation has brought much enjoyment and enrichment when reading the Word of God. I recommend it highly.

All Bible readers should have a copy., 23 Mar 2002
Good fun to read aloud and get the intonation of the sixteenth century and a different slant to the meaning.

Excellent Resource, 18 May 2001
This book provides the Tyndale edition in original spelling, which is an excellent resource. We are greatly indebted to the British Library and to the editors for making it available. By having the original spelling, we are able to get a true feel for the English of the period.

Good Study Bible, 20 May 2007
This Bible has good and full study notes. In addition it has theological notes [short articles] from a reformed perspective. The notes are gentle in tone and you are unlikely to be offended if you are not from the reformed tradition. I am evangelical charistmatic and have no problem with this Bible. I have bought this Bible as a companion to the Scofield Study Bible III ESV, The two Bibles complement each other.



Helpful guide for coming to grips with the Bible, 06 Aug 2006
The ESV Reformation Study Bible has been a great help on my second read-through of the bible. I firstly read through the NT and then the Old using the new TNIV bible. That version is easier to read than the ESV, and is a usually reliable update to the venerable NIV. The translators have attempted to show where original masculine language was intended to be inclusive, such as in the use of the Greek word ADELFOI which sometimes means "brothers" but often means "Christian brothers and sisters." Occasionally this use of gender inclusive language smacks of political correctness and spoils an otherwise helpful translation.

The ESV also often uses inclusive language where this was intended in the original, but shrinks from doing this with certain words such as ADELFOI and HUIOI [which normally means "sons" but is often intended to include women as well].

At times the language in the ESV is awkward, which I noticed particularly in my read-through of Hebrews. It would be difficult to read to others some verses of the ESV and convey the sense correctly.

The Reformation Study Bible is an extremely helpful guide to the Scriptures, with excellent introductions to each body of literature in the bible, such as the Pentateuch, the Prophets, the Poetic Literature, the Gospels, etc. It includes helpful introductions to every bible book and also has usually helpful notes on specific chapters and verses.

There are also 96 articles on key theological topics which present a Reformed point of view, as would be expected. The editors have shown an awareness of some differences between Reformed Christians and have written the article on baptism, for example, with at least a passing acknowledgment of Baptists who are otherwise Reformed but do not believe that infant baptism is an acceptable application of the bible's instruction on this Christian initiation rite.

The authors of articles and notes include R C Sproul, Keith Mathison, Bruce Waltke, Moises Silva, James Boice, Edmund Clowney, J I Packer, Raymond Dillard, Tremper Longman, Gordon McConville, Ray Ortlund, Willem vanGemeren, Gordon Wenham, Wayne Grudem, Simon Kistemaker and Frank Thielman.

This Australian reviewer would like to mention that there are also several excellent Aussie contributors, including Leon Morris, Bill Dumbrell, Graeme Goldsworthy, Barry Webb and John Woodhouse.

I am disappointed that my hardcover edition has cracked binding: I'm guessing it came this way. But I hope that this is not an indication of poor workmanship in other copies.

I highly recommend this bible as a wonderful help in coming to understand the Word of God more fully.

Not a mention of the reformation..., 30 Jun 2006
Not a mention of the reformation, but plenty reformed theology, which if you are of literal bible interpretation camp, will have you reaching for the box of matches.

THE MOST VALUABLE BOOK YOU COULD EVER BUY!, 24 Nov 2005
What can I say. This is by far the best translation of the bible. It has everything you could ever want to help you study the word of god. Do yourself a favour and GET THIS BOOK! You won't regret it.

The infallible, inerrant word of God., 28 Jun 2005
This study Bible is very well presented. It is easy for beginners to follow, and yet practical enough for the preacher. The font is easy on the eyes, both in the main text and in the footnotes.

What's more, the ESV is a version which is becoming more accepted, even by those who are stuck in the KJVs. The ESV is a version, which prides itself on its accuracy of translation word-for-word. I must agree - though who am I to disagree with the world's top scholars.

The content - it is the Bible - the only very word of God. The absolute standard for life and death; incomparable by any other book. However, the fact that it is a study Bible makes it comparable to other study Bibles. I recommend this, it is of equal worth to the MacArthur Study Bible.

Also, it may be worth adding, that the "Reformation Study Bible" is a modernisation of the very sought after "Geneva Bible", so well worth getting.

Highly Recommended for all ages and maturity.

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

brilliant, 23 Apr 2003
i bought an NIV as it's the version used in my church, and i wanted a Bible that i could follow the readings with. this is a very good edition, including a Bible guide at the back, pointing out the page and verse references to important events, parables, miracles and so on. also has the all-essential Holy Land maps, just in case you ever find yourself lost in Israel! the pages aren't too delicately thin, and the book flops open comfortably, so it should last me a while!

An easy read, 06 Mar 2001
Of all the versions I have read of the holy bible this is the easiest to understand. It is therefore a good gift to give a new christian or a person interested in christianity. The acuracy of the text is excellent and so makes a good version for study.

To help you through this book the 18 page guide helps both experienced bible readers and the novice find the people, places and stories of interest. I find this particularly useful when I am to tell the stories from the bible to young children.

I would recommend everyone to have a copy of this bible in ther home.

Good hard-backed pocket size Bible., 09 Aug 2008
I have bought three of these Bibles. Being pocket sized, they are very handy for carrying on one's person at all times. The binding is good quality, so should last many years. The printing quality is a little variable with some parts of certain pages being bold whilst others being faint. The text is small, but not too small: I wear reading glasses, but in good light I can read the text without them. Overall I recommend this book.

Beautiful bible, 31 Mar 2008
Oh wow! This Bible just arrived today and it is utterly GORGEOUS. It is actually baby pink leather (not the colour in the pic at all) with an embossed floral pattern that is a darker pink and lower than the leather of the rest of the cover.
I haven't used it yet but it really is incredibly beautiful (and after all we know what is inside!) and would make a stunning gift.
I'm actually glad I mislaid my old brown hardback Bible now!
This is also a really good size for popping in your handbag as it is A6 size (a quarter of A4).
I am so pleased with this Bible - it is much nicer than the picture shows and I know my friends are going to coo over it as it is SO girlie!
Also, while it says Holy Bible on the spine, the front and back covers have just the pattern so it is discreet as well; perfect for reading in public if you are not ready to openly evangelise!

Braw, 26 Aug 2001
If yir lookin fir yer bible stories in the glasgae banter, then this book'll be fir you.

(If you can't read the above statement then it probably wont be)

In this book, Jamie Stuart gives a informative and humourous interpretation of well loved bible stories in the glasgow venacular.

Excellent English Bible!, 22 Sep 2008
Everything mentioned in the first review! I thought Anglisized had two S's in it - except in the USA?

Better quality and easier to read, thicker paper., 20 Jun 2008
I was delighted to receive ESV cross-reference hardback Bible.
It is a vast improvement on the first ESV Bible I purchased that was published by the British publisher Collins.

.This new improved edition is better made, It feels more solid.
.The paper is better quality
.The text size is bigger,not too big, not too small, so easier to read.
.Has ESV 2007 updated text with British/ Anglicized spelling.
.Has a concordance.
.Has book introductions.

Read aloud, 14 Apr 2007
Great bible version to read aloud. Try it in a mock Scottish accent, it works a treat! Compares well with modern translations (e.g. ESV, NIV, TNIV) and makes a refreshing alternative. Thank God for Tyndale.

lovely, 26 Aug 2003
Be warned - it's a bit unwieldy for quick reference, so have an easier version to hand if you are doing Bible study. Otherwise amazing.

Review of the first all modern English Bible, 11 Aug 2002
I purchased this Bible from the British Library as they published it for the 2000 millennium. It was a careful rewrite of the 1526 edition with corrected spellings taken from the 1536 edition. One problem for the modern reader is that there are no verses only chapter headings. It is therefore difficult to match verse by verse with other translations. The spelling is original but well worth reading. One helpful tip; Tyndale was a Gloucestershire man so try reading aloud in a Gloucestershire accent and it really does come alive!
W.R.Cooper who was given the task of reviewing the three remaining original manuscripts has done a remarkable job. On occasions Tyndale reads better than other translations. Take for instance the difficult word propitiation in Romans 3:25. Tyndale calls it 'seat of mercy.' In fact his translation was so good that the King James translators took large parts of Tyndale and transported it direct into their pages. I have compared every text of the Book of Romans against the New King James Version and Tyndale. There are whole sections of text where little if any changes are noticed. He uses words like 'favour' for 'grace' 'valour' for 'forbearance'.

Just to give one comparison with the New King James Version, we read in Romans 3:31

"Do we then make void the law through faith? Certainly not! On the contrary, we establish the law." NKJV

"Do we then destroye the lawe throw fayth? God forbid. We rather mayntayne the lawe.." (Tyndale original spelling.)

"Do we then destroy the law through faith? God forbid. We rather maintain the law." (Tyndale modern version by review writer.)

Notice the different use of words in this verse as an example where there are changes. Tyndale uses 'destroy' instead of 'void'. 'God forbid' instead of 'Certainly not 'maintain' instead of 'establish'. We also need to bear in mind changes in the meaning of words since 1526.

To sum up. The Christian reader will find much to learn from Tyndale's beautiful translation. On occasion he is to be preferred to other translations. Reading this translation has brought much enjoyment and enrichment when reading the Word of God. I recommend it highly.

All Bible readers should have a copy., 23 Mar 2002
Good fun to read aloud and get the intonation of the sixteenth century and a different slant to the meaning.

Excellent Resource, 18 May 2001
This book provides the Tyndale edition in original spelling, which is an excellent resource. We are greatly indebted to the British Library and to the editors for making it available. By having the original spelling, we are able to get a true feel for the English of the period.

Good Study Bible, 20 May 2007
This Bible has good and full study notes. In addition it has theological notes [short articles] from a reformed perspective. The notes are gentle in tone and you are unlikely to be offended if you are not from the reformed tradition. I am evangelical charistmatic and have no problem with this Bible. I have bought this Bible as a companion to the Scofield Study Bible III ESV, The two Bibles complement each other.



Helpful guide for coming to grips with the Bible, 06 Aug 2006
The ESV Reformation Study Bible has been a great help on my second read-through of the bible. I firstly read through the NT and then the Old using the new TNIV bible. That version is easier to read than the ESV, and is a usually reliable update to the venerable NIV. The translators have attempted to show where original masculine language was intended to be inclusive, such as in the use of the Greek word ADELFOI which sometimes means "brothers" but often means "Christian brothers and sisters." Occasionally this use of gender inclusive language smacks of political correctness and spoils an otherwise helpful translation.

The ESV also often uses inclusive language where this was intended in the original, but shrinks from doing this with certain words such as ADELFOI and HUIOI [which normally means "sons" but is often intended to include women as well].

At times the language in the ESV is awkward, which I noticed particularly in my read-through of Hebrews. It would be difficult to read to others some verses of the ESV and convey the sense correctly.

The Reformation Study Bible is an extremely helpful guide to the Scriptures, with excellent introductions to each body of literature in the bible, such as the Pentateuch, the Prophets, the Poetic Literature, the Gospels, etc. It includes helpful introductions to every bible book and also has usually helpful notes on specific chapters and verses.

There are also 96 articles on key theological topics which present a Reformed point of view, as would be expected. The editors have shown an awareness of some differences between Reformed Christians and have written the article on baptism, for example, with at least a passing acknowledgment of Baptists who are otherwise Reformed but do not believe that infant baptism is an acceptable application of the bible's instruction on this Christian initiation rite.

The authors of articles and notes include R C Sproul, Keith Mathison, Bruce Waltke, Moises Silva, James Boice, Edmund Clowney, J I Packer, Raymond Dillard, Tremper Longman, Gordon McConville, Ray Ortlund, Willem vanGemeren, Gordon Wenham, Wayne Grudem, Simon Kistemaker and Frank Thielman.

This Australian reviewer would like to mention that there are also several excellent Aussie contributors, including Leon Morris, Bill Dumbrell, Graeme Goldsworthy, Barry Webb and John Woodhouse.

I am disappointed that my hardcover edition has cracked binding: I'm guessing it came this way. But I hope that this is not an indication of poor workmanship in other copies.

I highly recommend this bible as a wonderful help in coming to understand the Word of God more fully.

Not a mention of the reformation..., 30 Jun 2006
Not a mention of the reformation, but plenty reformed theology, which if you are of literal bible interpretation camp, will have you reaching for the box of matches.

THE MOST VALUABLE BOOK YOU COULD EVER BUY!, 24 Nov 2005
What can I say. This is by far the best translation of the bible. It has everything you could ever want to help you study the word of god. Do yourself a favour and GET THIS BOOK! You won't regret it.

The infallible, inerrant word of God., 28 Jun 2005
This study Bible is very well presented. It is easy for beginners to follow, and yet practical enough for the preacher. The font is easy on the eyes, both in the main text and in the footnotes.

What's more, the ESV is a version which is becoming more accepted, even by those who are stuck in the KJVs. The ESV is a version, which prides itself on its accuracy of translation word-for-word. I must agree - though who am I to disagree with the world's top scholars.

The content - it is the Bible - the only very word of God. The absolute standard for life and death; incomparable by any other book. However, the fact that it is a study Bible makes it comparable to other study Bibles. I recommend this, it is of equal worth to the MacArthur Study Bible.

Also, it may be worth adding, that the "Reformation Study Bible" is a modernisation of the very sought after "Geneva Bible", so well worth getting.

Highly Recommended for all ages and maturity.

Excellent, enjoying every page, the reading will not end ..., 30 Dec 2007
My Confirmation gift from Rosemary and Gordon Moore. Thank you, Rosemary and Gordon. This is the greatest story of love.


Good Read, 19 May 2006
I have only acquired this Bible recently, it was recomended by my missionary girlfriend, who found it very helpful. Her comment was, 'do read it, but also read the authorised version of the Bible, like NIV'. Like all the Bibles I have brought, initially, I would read the Genesis chapter 1 and John chapter 1 to see what it is like. My immediate feeling was, 'it is easy reading yet accurate'. Later on, I read the preface and found that the author was giving the same comment!

I understand the views of the puritans, as I am, strictly speaking, is a puritan. I still use the KJV for my Bible study, because I think it is the most faithful English version. However, the reason I use different Bibles it because, different translations give different interpretation and application. I have the amplified version which gives all the possibilities of translation, I have the Bible of my native language, I have the Hebrew and Greek Bible although I have never read them, I have the NIV, which I use for group Bible study, I have a Good News Bible, which is like a older version of the comtempary English. I have the Jerusalem Bible, which is a Catholic Bible, since the Catholic Church has the benefit of the original manuscript, this is more faithful than a all other Bibles.

So, do read different versions of Bibles but also important is to ask the Holy Spirit to guide you.

Avoid like the plague, 16 Mar 2006
If you want to read the bible, read the bible, not this unauthorised drivel. Inspiring it may be but like the similarly horrific Street Bible it has managed to mangle to beautiful artistry that closer translations have struggled to keep close to. Read the NIV, the KJV, NKJV or the RSV/NRSV, but steer clear of the Street Bible and the Message, both are ghastly travesties.

A Contempoary Effort!, 30 Sep 2005
The Message [Remix] is the whole Bible (both Old and New Testaments) in contempoary language. Eugene Peterson's effort is certainly a good one, and his aim has clearly been to re-communicate this two thousand year old book into a modern day culture.

Style: The Message Remix is a handy size, though not pocket material, and boasts a trendy cover with it also. The text is quite accurate and fairly faithful to earlier translations of the Hebrew texts whilst remaining accessible by most.

Format: The text is readable, and the book is a step up from the earlier versions of the Message which dont handle Chapter / Verse numbers. Although both are included in this text I have found them a little difficult to follow at times due to them being interlinked with entire paragraphs rather than a sentance / verse at a time.

Why Only Three Stars? I have to say as a full time evangelist and youth pastor I feel slightly iffy giving God's word three stars out of five! But actually, my rating has been given to this particualr translation and has been done in light of me reviewing it as a book, rather than the word of God solely. My only isssues with the Message stem from several things. First, the text is a clear American translation, and although this at times does provide fresh insight I will confess I find it quite hard to re-adapt the text if preaching from it, and dont really see why we should have me translating a text that's already been translated. Second, I have listened to many preachers use the Message, and as a regualr speaker at events myself, I have at time also used the Message. I do find, however, that it at times just isn't as solid or insightful as some earlier texts, such as the Contempoary English Version. I find, like the creative and impressive 'Street Bible' (Now known as Word on the Street) that the Message is best used as a 'resource' rather than a solid daily Biblical text for personal or preaching use.

All in all, yet another great example of people making the Bible relevant, and Peterson has done a great job. Buy it as a resource, you will use it. Just use it in wisdom!

The word will come alive., 07 May 2005
I cant remember exactly how i got a copy of the message into my hands - but i cant express the life it has brought to the scriptures for me. I used to feel bad that unlike many of my christian friends i never really enjoyed reading scripture that much, found it dry, repetitive and the language quite dull. But the message on the other hand has been hard to put down. This is the only translation I ve ever read which for me brings Gods words to me as if it is Gods word - alive and aloud. I have always believed strongly in the presence of God in our lives and how he talks to us in manifold ways and if we listen and be still we will hear him - the message has made his voice in my head ring out with the words on the page. I now see the scriptures as Gods word cos it speaks my language. Ive heard it said that its not eloquent or beautiful or lofty language, ive heard some say it borders on disrespectful - try it yourself - eugene patterson has done justice and gives glory to God in this translation. I cant recommend it enough.

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "thow"s the language is modern without being "slang or street."
The power of the "word" is retained and this "translation should be added to the list of books to read before you....if you were afraid of buying or receiving a bible try this one.
A small, two collum edition is available which is hand-bag bumbag sized.easy to dip into. (I keep one in the car.)

brilliant, 23 Apr 2003
i bought an NIV as it's the version used in my church, and i wanted a Bible that i could follow the readings with. this is a very good edition, including a Bible guide at the back, pointing out the page and verse references to important events, parables, miracles and so on. also has the all-essential Holy Land maps, just in case you ever find yourself lost in Israel! the pages aren't too delicately thin, and the book flops open comfortably, so it should last me a while!

An easy read, 06 Mar 2001
Of all the versions I have read of the holy bible this is the easiest to understand. It is therefore a good gift to give a new christian or a person interested in christianity. The acuracy of the text is excellent and so makes a good version for study.

To help you through this book the 18 page guide helps both experienced bible readers and the novice find the people, places and stories of interest. I find this particularly useful when I am to tell the stories from the bible to young children.

I would recommend everyone to have a copy of this bible in ther home.

Good hard-backed pocket size Bible., 09 Aug 2008
I have bought three of these Bibles. Being pocket sized, they are very handy for carrying on one's person at all times. The binding is good quality, so should last many years. The printing quality is a little variable with some parts of certain pages being bold whilst others being faint. The text is small, but not too small: I wear reading glasses, but in good light I can read the text without them. Overall I recommend this book.

Beautiful bible, 31 Mar 2008
Oh wow! This Bible just arrived today and it is utterly GORGEOUS. It is actually baby pink leather (not the colour in the pic at all) with an embossed floral pattern that is a darker pink and lower than the leather of the rest of the cover.
I haven't used it yet but it really is incredibly beautiful (and after all we know what is inside!) and would make a stunning gift.
I'm actually glad I mislaid my old brown hardback Bible now!
This is also a really good size for popping in your handbag as it is A6 size (a quarter of A4).
I am so pleased with this Bible - it is much nicer than the picture shows and I know my friends are going to coo over it as it is SO girlie!
Also, while it says Holy Bible on the spine, the front and back covers have just the pattern so it is discreet as well; perfect for reading in public if you are not ready to openly evangelise!

Braw, 26 Aug 2001
If yir lookin fir yer bible stories in the glasgae banter, then this book'll be fir you.

(If you can't read the above statement then it probably wont be)

In this book, Jamie Stuart gives a informative and humourous interpretation of well loved bible stories in the glasgow venacular.

Excellent English Bible!, 22 Sep 2008
Everything mentioned in the first review! I thought Anglisized had two S's in it - except in the USA?

Better quality and easier to read, thicker paper., 20 Jun 2008
I was delighted to receive ESV cross-reference hardback Bible.
It is a vast improvement on the first ESV Bible I purchased that was published by the British publisher Collins.

.This new improved edition is better made, It feels more solid.
.The paper is better quality
.The text size is bigger,not too big, not too small, so easier to read.
.Has ESV 2007 updated text with British/ Anglicized spelling.
.Has a concordance.
.Has book introductions.

Read aloud, 14 Apr 2007
Great bible version to read aloud. Try it in a mock Scottish accent, it works a treat! Compares well with modern translations (e.g. ESV, NIV, TNIV) and makes a refreshing alternative. Thank God for Tyndale.

lovely, 26 Aug 2003
Be warned - it's a bit unwieldy for quick reference, so have an easier version to hand if you are doing Bible study. Otherwise amazing.

Review of the first all modern English Bible, 11 Aug 2002
I purchased this Bible from the British Library as they published it for the 2000 millennium. It was a careful rewrite of the 1526 edition with corrected spellings taken from the 1536 edition. One problem for the modern reader is that there are no verses only chapter headings. It is therefore difficult to match verse by verse with other translations. The spelling is original but well worth reading. One helpful tip; Tyndale was a Gloucestershire man so try reading aloud in a Gloucestershire accent and it really does come alive!
W.R.Cooper who was given the task of reviewing the three remaining original manuscripts has done a remarkable job. On occasions Tyndale reads better than other translations. Take for instance the difficult word propitiation in Romans 3:25. Tyndale calls it 'seat of mercy.' In fact his translation was so good that the King James translators took large parts of Tyndale and transported it direct into their pages. I have compared every text of the Book of Romans against the New King James Version and Tyndale. There are whole sections of text where little if any changes are noticed. He uses words like 'favour' for 'grace' 'valour' for 'forbearance'.

Just to give one comparison with the New King James Version, we read in Romans 3:31

"Do we then make void the law through faith? Certainly not! On the contrary, we establish the law." NKJV

"Do we then destroye the lawe throw fayth? God forbid. We rather mayntayne the lawe.." (Tyndale original spelling.)

"Do we then destroy the law through faith? God forbid. We rather maintain the law." (Tyndale modern version by review writer.)

Notice the different use of words in this verse as an example where there are changes. Tyndale uses 'destroy' instead of 'void'. 'God forbid' instead of 'Certainly not 'maintain' instead of 'establish'. We also need to bear in mind changes in the meaning of words since 1526.

To sum up. The Christian reader will find much to learn from Tyndale's beautiful translation. On occasion he is to be preferred to other translations. Reading this translation has brought much enjoyment and enrichment when reading the Word of God. I recommend it highly.

All Bible readers should have a copy., 23 Mar 2002
Good fun to read aloud and get the intonation of the sixteenth century and a different slant to the meaning.

Excellent Resource, 18 May 2001
This book provides the Tyndale edition in original spelling, which is an excellent resource. We are greatly indebted to the British Library and to the editors for making it available. By having the original spelling, we are able to get a true feel for the English of the period.

Good Study Bible, 20 May 2007
This Bible has good and full study notes. In addition it has theological notes [short articles] from a reformed perspective. The notes are gentle in tone and you are unlikely to be offended if you are not from the reformed tradition. I am evangelical charistmatic and have no problem with this Bible. I have bought this Bible as a companion to the Scofield Study Bible III ESV, The two Bibles complement each other.



Helpful guide for coming to grips with the Bible, 06 Aug 2006
The ESV Reformation Study Bible has been a great help on my second read-through of the bible. I firstly read through the NT and then the Old using the new TNIV bible. That version is easier to read than the ESV, and is a usually reliable update to the venerable NIV. The translators have attempted to show where original masculine language was intended to be inclusive, such as in the use of the Greek word ADELFOI which sometimes means "brothers" but often means "Christian brothers and sisters." Occasionally this use of gender inclusive language smacks of political correctness and spoils an otherwise helpful translation.

The ESV also often uses inclusive language where this was intended in the original, but shrinks from doing this with certain words such as ADELFOI and HUIOI [which normally means "sons" but is often intended to include women as well].

At times the language in the ESV is awkward, which I noticed particularly in my read-through of Hebrews. It would be difficult to read to others some verses of the ESV and convey the sense correctly.

The Reformation Study Bible is an extremely helpful guide to the Scriptures, with excellent introductions to each body of literature in the bible, such as the Pentateuch, the Prophets, the Poetic Literature, the Gospels, etc. It includes helpful introductions to every bible book and also has usually helpful notes on specific chapters and verses.

There are also 96 articles on key theological topics which present a Reformed point of view, as would be expected. The editors have shown an awareness of some differences between Reformed Christians and have written the article on baptism, for example, with at least a passing acknowledgment of Baptists who are otherwise Reformed but do not believe that infant baptism is an acceptable application of the bible's instruction on this Christian initiation rite.

The authors of articles and notes include R C Sproul, Keith Mathison, Bruce Waltke, Moises Silva, James Boice, Edmund Clowney, J I Packer, Raymond Dillard, Tremper Longman, Gordon McConville, Ray Ortlund, Willem vanGemeren, Gordon Wenham, Wayne Grudem, Simon Kistemaker and Frank Thielman.

This Australian reviewer would like to mention that there are also several excellent Aussie contributors, including Leon Morris, Bill Dumbrell, Graeme Goldsworthy, Barry Webb and John Woodhouse.

I am disappointed that my hardcover edition has cracked binding: I'm guessing it came this way. But I hope that this is not an indication of poor workmanship in other copies.

I highly recommend this bible as a wonderful help in coming to understand the Word of God more fully.

Not a mention of the reformation..., 30 Jun 2006
Not a mention of the reformation, but plenty reformed theology, which if you are of literal bible interpretation camp, will have you reaching for the box of matches.

THE MOST VALUABLE BOOK YOU COULD EVER BUY!, 24 Nov 2005
What can I say. This is by far the best translation of the bible. It has everything you could ever want to help you study the word of god. Do yourself a favour and GET THIS BOOK! You won't regret it.

The infallible, inerrant word of God., 28 Jun 2005
This study Bible is very well presented. It is easy for beginners to follow, and yet practical enough for the preacher. The font is easy on the eyes, both in the main text and in the footnotes.

What's more, the ESV is a version which is becoming more accepted, even by those who are stuck in the KJVs. The ESV is a version, which prides itself on its accuracy of translation word-for-word. I must agree - though who am I to disagree with the world's top scholars.

The content - it is the Bible - the only very word of God. The absolute standard for life and death; incomparable by any other book. However, the fact that it is a study Bible makes it comparable to other study Bibles. I recommend this, it is of equal worth to the MacArthur Study Bible.

Also, it may be worth adding, that the "Reformation Study Bible" is a modernisation of the very sought after "Geneva Bible", so well worth getting.

Highly Recommended for all ages and maturity.

Excellent, enjoying every page, the reading will not end ..., 30 Dec 2007
My Confirmation gift from Rosemary and Gordon Moore. Thank you, Rosemary and Gordon. This is the greatest story of love.


Good Read, 19 May 2006
I have only acquired this Bible recently, it was recomended by my missionary girlfriend, who found it very helpful. Her comment was, 'do read it, but also read the authorised version of the Bible, like NIV'. Like all the Bibles I have brought, initially, I would read the Genesis chapter 1 and John chapter 1 to see what it is like. My immediate feeling was, 'it is easy reading yet accurate'. Later on, I read the preface and found that the author was giving the same comment!

I understand the views of the puritans, as I am, strictly speaking, is a puritan. I still use the KJV for my Bible study, because I think it is the most faithful English version. However, the reason I use different Bibles it because, different translations give different interpretation and application. I have the amplified version which gives all the possibilities of translation, I have the Bible of my native language, I have the Hebrew and Greek Bible although I have never read them, I have the NIV, which I use for group Bible study, I have a Good News Bible, which is like a older version of the comtempary English. I have the Jerusalem Bible, which is a Catholic Bible, since the Catholic Church has the benefit of the original manuscript, this is more faithful than a all other Bibles.

So, do read different versions of Bibles but also important is to ask the Holy Spirit to guide you.

Avoid like the plague, 16 Mar 2006
If you want to read the bible, read the bible, not this unauthorised drivel. Inspiring it may be but like the similarly horrific Street Bible it has managed to mangle to beautiful artistry that closer translations have struggled to keep close to. Read the NIV, the KJV, NKJV or the RSV/NRSV, but steer clear of the Street Bible and the Message, both are ghastly travesties.

A Contempoary Effort!, 30 Sep 2005
The Message [Remix] is the whole Bible (both Old and New Testaments) in contempoary language. Eugene Peterson's effort is certainly a good one, and his aim has clearly been to re-communicate this two thousand year old book into a modern day culture.

Style: The Message Remix is a handy size, though not pocket material, and boasts a trendy cover with it also. The text is quite accurate and fairly faithful to earlier translations of the Hebrew texts whilst remaining accessible by most.

Format: The text is readable, and the book is a step up from the earlier versions of the Message which dont handle Chapter / Verse numbers. Although both are included in this text I have found them a little difficult to follow at times due to them being interlinked with entire paragraphs rather than a sentance / verse at a time.

Why Only Three Stars? I have to say as a full time evangelist and youth pastor I feel slightly iffy giving God's word three stars out of five! But actually, my rating has been given to this particualr translation and has been done in light of me reviewing it as a book, rather than the word of God solely. My only isssues with the Message stem from several things. First, the text is a clear American translation, and although this at times does provide fresh insight I will confess I find it quite hard to re-adapt the text if preaching from it, and dont really see why we should have me translating a text that's already been translated. Second, I have listened to many preachers use the Message, and as a regualr speaker at events myself, I have at time also used the Message. I do find, however, that it at times just isn't as solid or insightful as some earlier texts, such as the Contempoary English Version. I find, like the creative and impressive 'Street Bible' (Now known as Word on the Street) that the Message is best used as a 'resource' rather than a solid daily Biblical text for personal or preaching use.

All in all, yet another great example of people making the Bible relevant, and Peterson has done a great job. Buy it as a resource, you will use it. Just use it in wisdom!

The word will come alive., 07 May 2005
I cant remember exactly how i got a copy of the message into my hands - but i cant express the life it has brought to the scriptures for me. I used to feel bad that unlike many of my christian friends i never really enjoyed reading scripture that much, found it dry, repetitive and the language quite dull. But the message on the other hand has been hard to put down. This is the only translation I ve ever read which for me brings Gods words to me as if it is Gods word - alive and aloud. I have always believed strongly in the presence of God in our lives and how he talks to us in manifold ways and if we listen and be still we will hear him - the message has made his voice in my head ring out with the words on the page. I now see the scriptures as Gods word cos it speaks my language. Ive heard it said that its not eloquent or beautiful or lofty language, ive heard some say it borders on disrespectful - try it yourself - eugene patterson has done justice and gives glory to God in this translation. I cant recommend it enough.

Outstanding, 23 Feb 1999
This book is wonderful: comforting, challenging, and sustaining. So many days, I am amazed by how this book speaks to me exactly where I am. For years, my mother and grandmother both read this book everyday. I now understand the appeal. I know it will be a lifelong companion for my spiritual walk.

The Meat of Daily Devotion, 09 Sep 1998
Clearly my favorite devotional book, Spurgy has a superb eloquence of speech and deep pattern of thought. He paraphrases scripture to explain other scripture and causes the provocation of thought. His metaphors and analogies are totally awesome. This devotional is for the growing Christian looking for more than just milk!

ONE OF THE BEST, IF NOT THE BEST, 22 Aug 1998
THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST, IF NOT THE BEST DAILY DEVOTIONAL I'VE READ. THE MATERIAL IS ABSOLUTELY RELEVANT AND UP-TO-DATE FOR DAILY LIVING WITH GOD.

Not a Bible!, 14 Nov 2008
A friend gave me a copy of this book a few years ago and I started to read it. It did not take long to see that this book fails on so many levels.

Firstly and most importantly, It is NOT a Bible translation. It is the opinion of Eugene Peterson of what the Bible means. So from the start you are dealing with a highly subjective work. Which in effect plays right into the hands of those who say "you can't trust the Bible - its been translated so many times that the real message is lost". Which is exactly what has happened here, ironically, with The Message.

My advise to anyone thinking of getting this book is to seriously consider WHY you are buying it. If you want to study the Bible then get a modern (accurate) translation - the NKJ or NASB are excellent. If you are just looking for an "easy reader" then the NIV is pretty good.

This book is first on the bible lists here on Amazon! How this is even in the "Bible" section I will never know.

Steer clear!

God talking in everyday language you'll understand!, 09 Nov 2008
amazing version of the bible which totally updates and makes clear parts of the bible which are hard to understand. Brilliant intro to the bible!! God bless xx

readable, a must read., 16 May 2008
Having read earlierl translations before, this is writen in a refreshingly easy and accesable way. There are no "thee"s or "