But I must say, after sitting with this bible for the past day, it has been a bit of a revelation to me. They both do a great job at giving their helpful and experienced impressions of this bible. The red and black theme looks awesome together. The KJV isnt Old English, but it is old English. The following photo shows how the pages curve downward when I hold the Schuyler RSV in one hand: Overall, this Bible lives up to Schuylers reputation for top-notch premium bibles. A review of the beautiful Schuyler Revised Standard Version (RSV) Quentel with Deuterocanonical/Apocryphal books in black goatskin, full yapp edition. One thing I really like is that the spine simply has RSV on it, without the standard with Apocrypha found on all ecumenical bibles Ive owned. It checks all the boxes that I have been pinning about for well over fifteen years, dating back to the origins of the old Catholic Bibles Blog. It is super easy to use. It is identical inside to the hardcover edition but it has a thin leather cover. Hindus use Sanskrit Their goatskin is fantastic, so why mess with a good thing? I only see full yapp versions on the website. Thanks for the comment, and for the now-posted review! Yet the point of this publication is the Deutrocanonical books, so the editors shouldve been hawk like, not grand, itll do. Itll do, but at that price point, there should be something close to perfection, if that doesnt make me sound too fussy. This is of course the spirit of the Antichrist, which has always striven against the Church. Especially since the Catholic Church doesnt use apocrypha in any official way. Fragments of Dead Sea Scrolls dating back to before 70 A.D. contained parts of the apocrypha books in Hebrew, including Sirach and Tobit [source]. [William Paul Johnson, Jr.], Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from evangelicalbible.com. The RSV is the father of both the NRSV and ESV. This is a major ground breaking design. And I HATE the clumsy and inaccurate NAB/NABRE. The newest RSV Quentel has become my favorite bible edition. It happens with every religion, country, and language in the world. Exclusive Schuyler Bible Maps 6.125" x 9.125" trim size 1.45" thick 11pt type size Impressive Calfskin I'll admit that I was a little unsure about the Marbled Mahogany Calfskin covers when Schuyler first announced them in late 2019. It truly is. As always, if you are interested in receiving email updates about this new edition, use this link to sign up for Schuylers RSV email list. Pictures Here. ExtensiveSchuyler Bible Maps, netnole I am really happy to hear that you purchased a copy. (verified owner) September 19, 2021. Cant find any preproduction info like was available for the RSV prior to preorder. This site provides a written history of the RSV with the detail about Cardinal Koenigs endorsement: http://www.katapi.org.uk/RSV/RSVCommonBPreface.htm. The Cambridge NRSV Concise Glossary and Concordance works well. Thank you Marc for this review. I picked up the leather-bound version with the Apocrypha when I saw it on a big sale 4-5 years ago, and it has been my consistent main Bible for pretty much every purpose ever since. ***There are typographical errors in the Deuterocanonical books. It is a bit concerning that a premium product from very reputable publisher should have this mistake. It's also their first Bible to offer editions that include the Apocrypha, which is found after the New Testament and contains the expanded 1977 Apocrypha (see photo below for a Table of Contents), making it useful in Anglican, Orthodox, Catholic settings. Opens in a new window or tab. Matthew Riegel The 1971 NT includes many of the changes from the RSV-CE, and it was endorsed by Cardinal Koenig. No foolin, I might also mention that modern editions of THE HOLY BIBLE which contain the Books Called Apocrypha have the word APOCRYPHA printed on the spine of the Bible. The Schuyler KJV Reference Bible is their edition of one of my favorite KJV's ever published - the TBS Westminster. $131.92 $ 131. CLICK HERE for photos. This Bible does not. William Hedges Its true there are typos. I hope that Evangelical Bible can produce a Personal Size Quentel to go a long with my full sized Quentel. The 1983 Code of Canon Law entrusts to the Apostolic See and the episcopal conferences the authority to approve translations of the Sacred Scriptures in the Latin Catholic Church (c. 825, 1). 92 $229.99 $229.99. This Bible looks amazing and everything about it is perfect. Great review of a beautiful Bible. Pros https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5t3Ipba9_c4. (A viewer subsequently alerted me to a third typo: in Numbers 16.6, which reads 'comapany' instead of 'company'.) The RSV predates gender modification of nouns/pronouns which are found in most modern translations. Somehow, I find the Schuyler RSV easier (or more enjoyable) to hold while reading than the Cambridge. The RSV text and translation notes are also present. This is a bible that I read from early in the morning (in our prayer room) to later in the evening when our family room is more dimly lit. The combination of premium feel in the hands and readability (in terms of layout and margins etc) that I read and heard about really drives up my interest. Think about it the Revised Standard Version has not been a bestseller in decades, and the decision to offer editions of this Bible with the Apocrypha could potentially alienate some of the more narrow-minded members of Schuylers evangelical fan base. As I have been after a true bible I can keep for years to come as I approach my confirmation and first communion on the Easter Vigil. The feel of the calfskin leather cover (and liner) was unlike any bible I had previously handled. I am 45 years old, as of last month, so legacy has been something that has been on my mind in relationship to my role as a disciple of Jesus, a husband, father, and teacher. It would be the most supreme irony if our Lord returned as the mailman was placing the long awaited box in my hand. The typesetting and font are elegant and very readable. This is noticeable on some pages more than others. David Jenkinson Let me say two things upfront. I am neophyte to all the nuances but I know I am NOT in love with the NAB or the NRSV. Inside, the RSV Quentel features two significant changes from its predecessors. I have owned this Bible since its release. The text block is sewn, and the Bible lies open in Genesis. This glossary/concordance has short definitions for major names, places, and other items, including in the Deuterocanonical books, which can be helpful in a pinch. The Cambridge Reference NRSV is similar due to its wide pages. It was printed and bound byRoyal Jongbloed in the Netherlands with edge-lined goatskin or calfskin covers and Smyth-sewn text blocks. The paper is more opaque than some 40 gsm papers that are out there. It comes from the 1662 edition of the Book of Common Prayer, I kid you not. Well, that would be true, but it contains all the books in the Catholic canon (as well as the Orthodox ones) with the inclusion of the Apocrypha/Deuterocanonical section at the back of the bible, much like the beloved NOAB w/Expanded Apocrypha. I am stunned at the beauty of this Bible. Art-Gilt edging (red under gold) with gilt line (gold line inside the cover) *Pricing and Availability subject to change, and some of the links above are affiliate links, which means I make a small commission if you purchase something after clicking the link. I am grateful to be able to own a complete Bible in a premium build. $200+ is a tough ask, alas, but possibly St. Nicholas will do me a solid this year and slide one under the tree for me. The apocrypha was a part of the KJV for 274 years until being removed in 1885 A.D. Both Catholics and Protestants still use Elizabethan English. So, while I have no plans on getting any future premium bibles, I know for sure that this Schuyler RSV is going to be something I use daily. Because I also own a AI ESV hardcover, I dont feel the need to purchase a premium version (especially since a CSV study bible is most likely in the works), but the RSVw/A is so good that I dont think Id be able to pass up on that offering, should it become a reality. No foolin, The full yap cover makes the gorgeous red-under-gold art gilting even more enticing to behold! I give examples in the pinned comment below. Yes, partial apologies, for its the word used by the publisher, but this would come close to spoiling it for me. This amount includes applicable customs duties, taxes, brokerage and other fees. Your email address will not be published. Others believe it is valid and that it should never have been removed- that it was considered part of the Bible for nearly 2,000 years before it was recently removed a little more than 100 years ago. I find I am a real Goldilocks when it comes to translations and editions (I suspect Im not alone here). Some say it was removed because of not finding the books in the original Hebrew manuscripts. A lot of people my age enjoy the RSV and I am grateful that this wonderful edition has been made available for us. Here is the personal size version of this Bible. Lol. The KJV Canterbury was first released by Schuyler back in 2016, and it immediately became one of their best sellers, so much so that it's now available in the standard size I'm reviewing here as well as personal size and wide margin editions. Gold embossing on the Spine. As such, it is not designed to be a thinline or portable edition. It provides a unique bridge between the KJV and modern English translations. Its also their first Bible to offer editions that include the Apocrypha, which is found after the New Testament and contains the expanded 1977 Apocrypha (see photo below for a Table of Contents), making it useful in Anglican, Orthodox, Catholic settings. On the other hand, the Cambridge feels too wide when Im reading. My copy of the RSV Quentel has a Firebrick Red goatskin cover with the optional full yapp (available in red or black). And with the ESV w/apocrypha coming out that may have an influence on future RSV w/apocrypha editions too. Keep this in mind when reading the following apocryphal books. Great customer service. I converted from Presbyterian to Catholic a decade ago and still miss my superb Thompson Chain Reference in KJV and NASB. I own an original 1952 hardcover edition of the RSV from Thomas Nelson (which I found on eBay for $15), and I plan to keep my new RSV Quentel right beside that one on my bookshelf. The RSV tends to be my favorite translation to use, but like most translations that have Catholic editions, they are rarely made with the care and elegance for which the Schuyler bibles are known. My preferred as always been the RSV, I grew up with as a Presbyterian. I have found it to be far more useful than the usual concise concordance, which have now become a bit redundant with the use of smart phones. Is proof POSITIVE! I will likely buy another or two. As for the RSVCE2 itself, it lacks an imprimatur. . It really is an all-purpose bible which I have used in every setting. (verified owner) March 9, 2022. Let me clarify. Until then, here is YouTube review that just came out on this: This Bible has many of the features that are standard in premium bibles: My first impression was mild surprise at the size of this edition (in length and width). From the translation to the binding options and even the typesetting itself, the all-new RSV Quentel is quite a unique Bible for Schuyler. The bold printing is amazingly easy for my old eyes to read, and the setting is elegant. The text is line-matched, but the print varies in darkness. I agree with Philip and Anonymous and keep things consistent. Page size: 6.1 x 9.13 x ~1.1 (155 mm x 232 mm x ~29 mm) Ive been considering something like this bible or the Cambridge Diadem with APOCRYPHA since the Cornerstone came out as it seems lacking for a premium bible even though it is a true Catholic Bible. This Bible opens and lays like an Allan does new. Prior to 1983, Scriptural translations could be approved by the Apostolic See or by a local ordinary within a diocese. So, when it was made public that Schuyler was going to be publishing a new RSV w/Apocrypha in their Quentel Series, I was initially really excited about it. The result, to me, makes the RSV sound sporadically archaic while providing no information about plural vs. singular. But I was a bit apprehensive of spending over $200 on a bible which I wasnt sure was going to engage me in the same way the MSGCE had done for the prior few years. This is a bible that I can grow old with. In terms of Church approval, heres the rundown: The original RSV (protestant OT and NT) was published in 1952. I hope you enjoy it, brother. It only uses thee/thou in reference to God. Holy Bible, NSRV with Apocrypha/Deuterocanonical (Black Letter Edition) 5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars (1) Hardcover. It is a sociological principle that the language used in a religious context tends to become fixed in a certain period and then ceases to evolve any further. My version does not have the book of Numbers 16:16 typo. View cart for details. It represents the best of what Schuyler can do with a Bible, and it will be an heirloom addition to any Bible library. This a. Jews still use (Biblical not modern) Hebrew to pray document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. (No issues now, but almost everyone in my family wears glasses.) The RSV was translated by 32 scholars along with 50 representatives of cooperating denominational bodies. SCHUYLER BIBLE PUBLISHERS are to be thoroughly congratulated for their new typesetting of the RSVit is magnificent! This bible edition has the potential to grow with me as I get older and (presumably) as my eyesight diminishes over time. It really is a beautiful Bible Thanks for the full review! Or fastest delivery Tue, Apr 18 . Smyth Sewn Smyth Sewn FREE delivery Fri, Apr 21 . These are minor errors, easily recognized and corrected by the reader; but since two were found so quickly, it seems likely that they aren't alone (i.e., that more will be discovered). I am so happy they decided to include the deuterocanonical books with this edition and hope they end up doing the same for their King James Canterbury. As a bible loving Catholic, this is truly the bible edition that I have been waiting for many years. Other bibles on my shelf have a similar construction, but this Schuyler edition has a more pronounced difference in thickness than most others I own. All Rights Reserved. The Schuyler's Quentel Series RSV w/Apocrypha is the best all-around bible I have ever possessed and, even more importantly, used on a daily basis. Therefore the language used in a religious context is always more antiquated than the language used in any other context. But for a pure readers bible with minimal distractions, this edition from Schuyler excels. It was worth the wait, and thank you, Evangelical Bible, for offering Holy Bibles to the people of the church that canonized and compiled our Bible! There has been a bit of a buzz lately (growing ever louder since back when Jorge became pope), Of course this all started with a sketchy prophecy of Malachi about Francis being the last pope, and most Catholics just ignored it. Both bibles were aligned along their top and left edges. Others claim it wasn't removed by the church, but by printers to cut costs in distributing Bibles in the United States. First, I did not receive a review copy from the publisher, rather, it was gifted to me by a good friend. The line spacing is very well designed. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. It is exquisitely crafted and frankly, and absolute joy to read from and hold. You should get one before they run out. No foolin, The voluminous number of cross references plus the extensive section of this Bible which includes a concise glossary and concordance are awesome! As a bonus, in my opinion at least, its black letter. This edition includes the Apocrypha. RSV from Shuyler has typos, that EB knows about, but is willfully selling this product with this knowledge. It wasnt cheap, but my wife pre-ordered it for me as a graduation present back in July. Its absolutely stunning. Im very curious to know how it is. It was a necessary retreat that I needed at the time and my soul emerged from that period being refreshed and renewed. It is thinner than most Bibles in the same size class at approximately 1 1/4 inches. Most of the small classes and meetings I attend I bring the Scepter edition of the RSV-CE in a small Bible cover with a small edition of the catechism. If not for the superb and highly regarded 1977 Ecumenical Study Bible edition of THE NEW OXFORD ANNOTATED BIBLE WITH THE APOCRYPHA (Revised Standard Version)the RSV would have long ago been forgottena most unfortunate outcome for what is in my opinion the Gold standard of the Holy Scriptures in the English language. I grew up in the Presbyterian Church with the RSV so its been a lifelong friend. Their forthcoming RSV will be their first attempt at publishing a bible with the Apocrypha/Deuterocanonical books. Raised Spine Ribs Richard Keistler The RSV is also perhaps the most ecumenically accepted translation of all time, having been widely used by Protestant, Catholic, Anglican, Orthodox, and Evangelical Christians. Nathan Keel Cambridge came close with their Cornerstone, but it isnt in the same league with this one. I get that, truly. A review of the beautiful Schuyler Revised Standard Version (RSV) Quentel with Deuterocanonical/Apocryphal books in black goatskin, full yapp edition. I would like to add a thumbs up to all the good things said above. If you want to wait until Schuyler publishes the ESV w/Apocrypha later this year or next, I totally get that as well. (verified owner) March 4, 2022. I had held other high-end bibles, but nothing compared to this one. Just curious if its Catholic enough for me to use for a lifetime at that cost. a web page dedicated to their RSV project, here is a brief description on the Schuyler website, How I Pray with the Word Guest Post by Bob Short, First Look: Thomas Nelson KJV Center-Column Reference Bible w/Apocrypha, A Few Days with the New Living Translation Catholic Edition: Part 1.

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