Monday, September 15, 2008
Here is a press release published today about the NLT Study Bible. -SAH
Carol Stream, IL — As the NLT Study Bible makes its debut in stores across the nation, influential bloggers are offering their initial impressions of the NLT Study Bible. Bloggers are playing a significant role in raising awareness of this groundbreaking new tool for serious Bible study. Numerous key bloggers received an early copy from the Tyndale team, while others accessed it online via a free 30-day trial of the NLT Study Bible Online Edition (http://www.nltstudybible.com).
This first-of-its-kind internet-oriented approach to introducing a new study Bible is fitting for the NLT Study Bible. It is the first study Bible to release simultaneously not only in a print version, but in a fully searchable online version, and also in three major electronic Bible formats: WordSearch, Laridian’s PocketBible, and Logos. Enclosed in each Bible package is a card that provides the purchaser with a unique user code for access to online version of the NLT Study Bible. The online version is fully searchable and includes the complete text of the NLT, the study notes, and the other NLT Study Bible features.
Sean Harrison, general editor of the NLT Study Bible, hosts the NLT Study Bible blog (http://www.nltstudybible.com/blog) where he offers an “inside scoop” on the development process. He also addresses questions submitted online and discusses how the NLT Study Bible differs from other study Bibles. “After spending seven years with a team of 48 scholars and editors creating the NLT Study Bible, it is exciting to begin to interact with users who are exploring it,” said Harrison.
Tyndale’s NLT blog team includes Mark D. Taylor, Doug Knox, Tremper Longman, Keith Williams, Laura Bartlett, and Kevin O’Brien. They blog about the NLT at http://nltblog.com, and also enter into discussions about the NLT Study Bible elsewhere around the blogosphere.
Following are quotes from the comments recently posted on various blogs regarding the NLT Study Bible:
“The quality of the scholarly team that has produced the translation and the features is superb. I was quite pleased to see how many world-class scholars lent their gifts and knowledge to this effort. Just as impressive is the broad and diverse denominational background of the team, ensuring there is no particular bias. The notes on the text are excellent. I was immediately impressed that these notes were full of useful information, not overcrowded with trivia. The notes are, as claimed, highly tuned to the ‘so what?’ test. And, most impressive of anything else in the NLTSB, the literary quality and readability of the notes is A++.”
-Michael Spencer, InternetMonk.com
“The person profiles in the middle of the pages offer a wonderful glimpse into the people who are the actors on this stage we call the Bible.”
-Gary Zimmerli, AFriendofChrist.com
“One thing that impresses me about the NLTSB is its up-to-date biblical scholarship . . . The feature of Hebrew and Greek word studies is an invaluable feature, especially to those preparing bible studies and for pastors preparing sermons.”
-Kevin Sam, NewEpistles.com
“I was impressed with these study notes. They were thoughtful, clear and ample.”
-Ray VanNest, PastoralEpistles.com
“I have found the notes to be surprisingly relevant to the text. I say ‘surprisingly’ because in other Study Bibles it seems that a rather large percentage of notes seem to be more filler than helpful. The notes in this Bible have been more consistently helpful to me personally.”
-Stan McCullars, Just After Sunrise
“Some study Bibles end up wasting print space explaining what the translation means . . . With the New Living Translation being easy to understand, the study notes don’t need to paraphrase the translation.”
-Bryon, BryonsWeblog.wordpress.com
“There is a ‘Further Reading’ section in each introductory article. I was both surprised and delighted to see such a wide range of selections . . . This demonstrates a confidence in the editors of the NLTSB that readers can make their own informed decisions in regard to the biblical writings. Frankly, such openness is both surprising and refreshing . . . I believe current trends point to the NLT continuing to gain momentum which may eventually lead to its place as the most used Evangelical translation in a number of years.” ”
-Rick Mansfield, ThisLamp.com
“Let us remember the basic goal of the NLT SB: to give the ‘meaning and message of the text as understood in and through the original historical context.’ Does it in fact do this? I think it absolutely does.”
-Bryan Lilly, katagraphais.com
“It’s refreshing to read about a study Bible that is not focused on specific doctrinal systems, topical subject matter, but simply provides foundational context for more intelligent growth in any of those areas if a reader so chooses.”
-E.S. Edwards, HeIsSufficient.net
“I need to note first that this is an evangelical study Bible and I am not an evangelical. The basic combination of scholarship involved and the quality text of the NLT make this a useful Bible whether you are evangelical or not. “
-Henry Neufeld, DeepBibleStudy.net
“I felt that the study notes for [the NLT and ESV Study Bibles] were good but the depth and style of the notes seemed to roughly parallel the translation approach of each. The NLTSB notes are more dynamic and written in a clear, natural style (giving the sense). The ESVSB notes are more formal with a more academic tone (essentially literal). ”
-Douglas Mangum, BibliaHebraica.blogspot.com
Never before have study Bible users experienced this kind of access to the scholars and editors who have created the study Bible, and Tyndale is pleased to be setting a new standard of availability and transparency. “We’re looking forward to having this online discussion increase over the coming weeks and months, as more and more people get their hands on a copy of the NLT Study Bible,” said Harrison.
Tyndale House Publishers was founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor as a means of publishing The Living Bible. Tyndale House has now grown into one of the premier publishing houses in the industry. Tyndale products include numerous New York Times bestsellers, including the popular “Left Behind” series. Tyndale also publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, and many other resources for church and family. Tyndale House Publishers is located in Carol Stream, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago.
NLT Study Bible Getting Rave Reviews in the Blogosphere
Free 30-Day Trial of Online Edition Helps Build Anticipation for September 15 Release
Carol Stream, IL — As the NLT Study Bible makes its debut in stores across the nation, influential bloggers are offering their initial impressions of the NLT Study Bible. Bloggers are playing a significant role in raising awareness of this groundbreaking new tool for serious Bible study. Numerous key bloggers received an early copy from the Tyndale team, while others accessed it online via a free 30-day trial of the NLT Study Bible Online Edition (http://www.nltstudybible.com).
This first-of-its-kind internet-oriented approach to introducing a new study Bible is fitting for the NLT Study Bible. It is the first study Bible to release simultaneously not only in a print version, but in a fully searchable online version, and also in three major electronic Bible formats: WordSearch, Laridian’s PocketBible, and Logos. Enclosed in each Bible package is a card that provides the purchaser with a unique user code for access to online version of the NLT Study Bible. The online version is fully searchable and includes the complete text of the NLT, the study notes, and the other NLT Study Bible features.
Sean Harrison, general editor of the NLT Study Bible, hosts the NLT Study Bible blog (http://www.nltstudybible.com/blog) where he offers an “inside scoop” on the development process. He also addresses questions submitted online and discusses how the NLT Study Bible differs from other study Bibles. “After spending seven years with a team of 48 scholars and editors creating the NLT Study Bible, it is exciting to begin to interact with users who are exploring it,” said Harrison.
Tyndale’s NLT blog team includes Mark D. Taylor, Doug Knox, Tremper Longman, Keith Williams, Laura Bartlett, and Kevin O’Brien. They blog about the NLT at http://nltblog.com, and also enter into discussions about the NLT Study Bible elsewhere around the blogosphere.
Following are quotes from the comments recently posted on various blogs regarding the NLT Study Bible:
“The quality of the scholarly team that has produced the translation and the features is superb. I was quite pleased to see how many world-class scholars lent their gifts and knowledge to this effort. Just as impressive is the broad and diverse denominational background of the team, ensuring there is no particular bias. The notes on the text are excellent. I was immediately impressed that these notes were full of useful information, not overcrowded with trivia. The notes are, as claimed, highly tuned to the ‘so what?’ test. And, most impressive of anything else in the NLTSB, the literary quality and readability of the notes is A++.”
-Michael Spencer, InternetMonk.com
“The person profiles in the middle of the pages offer a wonderful glimpse into the people who are the actors on this stage we call the Bible.”
-Gary Zimmerli, AFriendofChrist.com
“One thing that impresses me about the NLTSB is its up-to-date biblical scholarship . . . The feature of Hebrew and Greek word studies is an invaluable feature, especially to those preparing bible studies and for pastors preparing sermons.”
-Kevin Sam, NewEpistles.com
“I was impressed with these study notes. They were thoughtful, clear and ample.”
-Ray VanNest, PastoralEpistles.com
“I have found the notes to be surprisingly relevant to the text. I say ‘surprisingly’ because in other Study Bibles it seems that a rather large percentage of notes seem to be more filler than helpful. The notes in this Bible have been more consistently helpful to me personally.”
-Stan McCullars, Just After Sunrise
“Some study Bibles end up wasting print space explaining what the translation means . . . With the New Living Translation being easy to understand, the study notes don’t need to paraphrase the translation.”
-Bryon, BryonsWeblog.wordpress.com
“There is a ‘Further Reading’ section in each introductory article. I was both surprised and delighted to see such a wide range of selections . . . This demonstrates a confidence in the editors of the NLTSB that readers can make their own informed decisions in regard to the biblical writings. Frankly, such openness is both surprising and refreshing . . . I believe current trends point to the NLT continuing to gain momentum which may eventually lead to its place as the most used Evangelical translation in a number of years.” ”
-Rick Mansfield, ThisLamp.com
“Let us remember the basic goal of the NLT SB: to give the ‘meaning and message of the text as understood in and through the original historical context.’ Does it in fact do this? I think it absolutely does.”
-Bryan Lilly, katagraphais.com
“It’s refreshing to read about a study Bible that is not focused on specific doctrinal systems, topical subject matter, but simply provides foundational context for more intelligent growth in any of those areas if a reader so chooses.”
-E.S. Edwards, HeIsSufficient.net
“I need to note first that this is an evangelical study Bible and I am not an evangelical. The basic combination of scholarship involved and the quality text of the NLT make this a useful Bible whether you are evangelical or not. “
-Henry Neufeld, DeepBibleStudy.net
“I felt that the study notes for [the NLT and ESV Study Bibles] were good but the depth and style of the notes seemed to roughly parallel the translation approach of each. The NLTSB notes are more dynamic and written in a clear, natural style (giving the sense). The ESVSB notes are more formal with a more academic tone (essentially literal). ”
-Douglas Mangum, BibliaHebraica.blogspot.com
Never before have study Bible users experienced this kind of access to the scholars and editors who have created the study Bible, and Tyndale is pleased to be setting a new standard of availability and transparency. “We’re looking forward to having this online discussion increase over the coming weeks and months, as more and more people get their hands on a copy of the NLT Study Bible,” said Harrison.
Tyndale House Publishers was founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor as a means of publishing The Living Bible. Tyndale House has now grown into one of the premier publishing houses in the industry. Tyndale products include numerous New York Times bestsellers, including the popular “Left Behind” series. Tyndale also publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, and many other resources for church and family. Tyndale House Publishers is located in Carol Stream, Illinois, a western suburb of Chicago.
posted by Sean Harrison at 10:07 AM
Thanks for the link. The NLTSB is truly a high quality study bible that will enhance the reading of anyone interested in learning more about the scriptures. As I read it, it excites me to know how good it really is. The notes are really good quality stuff. I'm recommending to anyone interested in looking at getting study bibles.
Also worthy to note, according to the latest sales numbers from the Christian Booksellers Association, the New Living Translation is #2 in Dollar and Unit sales.
I have actually become more impressed as I use it. It is becoming a regular part of my Bible study life, and that's saying something when one owns perhaps a hundred or so Bibles!
Thank you for the link.
I keep thinking of more people that will be receiving a copy as a gift.
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