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Holy Bible - The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition

Holy Bible - The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition

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The Catholic Bible that Teaches You How to Read It, Now in Its Second Edition.

The Great Adventure Catholic Bible makes the complexity of reading the Bible simple. The only version that incorporates Jeff Cavins’ color-coded Bible Timeline® Learning System within the words of Scripture, this Bible shows Catholics how to read the Word of God they so deeply desire to understand. The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition now includes more color-coded features than ever before.

With exclusive color coding, insightful articles, detailed charts, and more, The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition leads Catholics page by page, chapter by chapter, through the story of Scripture. It reveals the big picture of salvation history and shows how everything ties together, making Scripture easier to read and remember. It takes away the confusion of not knowing where to begin and the frustration of not understanding what you’re reading.

After years of struggling to read and understand Scripture, hundreds of thousands of Catholics have discovered a deeper relationship with God through this one-of-a-kind Bible. There has never been another Bible like it.

Don’t Just Read the Words of the Bible … Understand Them.

Features:

  • Understand where each book belongs within salvation history with color coding based on The Bible Timeline® Learning System, created by biblical scholar Jeff Cavins
  • [NEW!] Follow along with the chart-topping podcast using The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)™ featuring Jeff Cavins reading plan
  • [NEW!] Make connections between the Catholic Faith’s two most important books with color-coded Catechism references according to the Foundations of Faith approach
  • See the key details of every time period with 12 Timeline charts that provide a visual overview of the Bible, including: important characters, key events, geography, major covenants, world rulers, and contemporary events in secular history
  • Start every time period with an understanding of the historical and literary context using 12 articles that give an overall summary of each period of salvation history
  • [NEW!] Start every book with a footnote introducing the main themes, literary style, author, story, and more, including 32 entirely new footnotes
  • Never miss an important moment in Scripture with 70 key event callouts that provide a brief description of milestones in the biblical narrative
  • Understand the big picture of God’s amazing plan for humanity with 7 articles that introduce and explain the major covenants between God and his people
  • [NEW!] Visualize the locations of key stories with 16 redesigned, full-color maps that bring the biblical story to life
  • Pay special attention to what the Lord is saying to you with the words of Jesus printed in red
  • [NEW!] Always remember where you left off with 3 ribbon markers
  • [NEW!] Visualize how every book of the Bible fits together with a free copy of The Bible Timeline Chart (included in the box)
  • Read with confidence because all the content in this Catholic Bible has been granted the Nihil obstat and Imprimatur
  • Read Scripture for years with a binding that is sewn and glued for extra durability

Catholic Translation: Revised Standard Version – Second Catholic Edition

Binding: Smyth Sewn

Typesetter: 2K Denmark

Get the Bible Trusted by Hundreds of Thousands of Catholics. It Is the Only Bible You Will Ever Need.

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Leatherlike

The Leatherlike version of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition comes with a keepsake box and a free copy of The Bible Timeline Chart.

Paper: 40 gsm Cream

Font Size: 9.5 pt

SKU: 9781954882720
ISBN: 9781954882720
Format: Leatherlike
Weight: 3.309 lb
Dimensions: W: 6.375" H: 9.375" D: 1.75"
Page Count: 1538
Case Count: 8
Ecclesiastical Designation: Nihil Obstat, Imprimatur
Publisher: Ascension
Publication Date: Nov 29, 2024
Copyright Year: 2024
Author(s): Jeff Cavins, Mary Healy, Peter Williamson, Andrew Swafford, Rev. Sebastian Carnazzo, Patricia Isaacs
Series: The Great Adventure Bible
Language: English

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Paperback

Now available in a volume-discounted paperback edition, this Bible will help your parish, school, or small group read and understand the story of salvation. See images for bulk discount structure. Discounts are applied at checkout.

Paperback version does not have ribbons and does not include a copy of The Bible Timeline Chart.

Paper: 40 gsm Cream

Font Size: 9.5 pt

SKU: 9781954882737
ISBN: 9781954882737
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.59 lb
Dimensions: W: 6.0" H: 9.0"
Page Count: 1538
Case Count: 10
Ecclesiastical Designation: Nihil Obstat, Imprimatur
Publisher: Ascension
Publication Date: Nov 29, 2024
Copyright Year: 2024
Author(s): Jeff Cavins, Mary Healy, Peter Williamson, Andrew Swafford, Rev. Sebastian Carnazzo, Patricia Isaacs
Series: The Great Adventure Bible
Language: English

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Large Print

The Word of God is even easier to read in large print! This version features large, 11.25pt font that’s easy on the eyes.

The Large Print version of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition comes with a keepsake box and a free copy of The Bible Timeline Chart.

Paper: 40 gsm Cream

Font Size: 11.25 pt

SKU: 9781954882744
ISBN: 9781954882744
Format: Leatherlike
Weight: 4.14 lb
Dimensions: W: 6.75" H: 10.0" D: 1.75"
Page Count: 1728
Case Count: 8
Ecclesiastical Designation: Nihil Obstat, Imprimatur
Publisher: Ascension
Publication Date: Nov 29, 2024
Copyright Year: 2024
Author(s): Jeff Cavins, Mary Healy, Andrew Swafford, Peter Williamson, Rev. Sebastian Carnazzo, Patricia Isaacs
Series: The Great Adventure Bible
Language: English

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Notetaking

With lines for notetaking, this version gives Catholics the space to record takeaways and reflections alongside the words of Scripture. A back cover pocket, exclusive to this version, provides extra space for storing additional notes with your Bible.

The Notetaking version of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition comes with a keepsake box and a free copy of The Bible Timeline Chart.

Paper: 50 gsm Cream

Font Size: 9.5 pt

SKU: 9781954882416
ISBN: 9781954882416
Format: Leatherlike
Weight: 5.441 lb
Dimensions: W: 8" L: 10.25" H: 3.5"
Page Count: 2128
Case Count: 6
Ecclesiastical Designation: Nihil Obstat, Imprimatur
Publisher: Ascension
Publication Date: Nov 29, 2024
Copyright Year: 2024
Author(s): Jeff Cavins, Mary Healy, Andrew Swafford, Peter Williamson, Rev. Sebastian Carnazzo, Patricia Isaacs
Series: The Great Adventure Bible
Language: English

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Premium

An elegant Bible made out of the highest-quality materials, this version features a beautiful brown goatskin leather cover with calfskin liner, perimeter stitching, edge-lined binding, raised spine hubs, and gilt edges. It transforms the life-changing features of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible into a treasured biblical experience that makes the beauty of the Word of God tangible.

The Premium version of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition comes with a fold-out, keepsake box and a free copy of The Bible Timeline Chart.

Paper: 40 gsm Cream

Font Size: 9.5 pt

SKU: 9781954882751
ISBN: 9781954882751
Format: Goatskin Leather with Calfskin Liner
Weight: 3.439 lb
Dimensions: W: 6.5" H: 9.75" D: 1.75"
Page Count: 1584
Case Count: 8
Ecclesiastical Designation: Nihil Obstat, Imprimatur
Publisher: Ascension
Publication Date: Nov 29, 2024
Copyright Year: 2024
Author(s): Jeff Cavins, Mary Healy, Andrew Swafford, Peter Williamson, Rev. Sebastian Carnazzo, Patricia Isaacs
Series: The Great Adventure Bible
Language: English

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Spanish (First Edition)

The Bible used by Fray Sergio Serrano and Padre Dempsey on La Biblia en un Año podcast!

Translation: Biblia de Jerusalén Latinoamericana

This version does not include the new features of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition.

SKU: 9781950784356
ISBN: 9781950784356
Format: Leatherlike
Weight: 3.1 lb
Dimensions: L: 10, W: 7
Page Count: 1712
Case Count: 6
Publisher: Ascension
Copyright Year: 2020
Series: The Great Adventure Bible
Language: Spanish

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Spanish Paperback (First Edition)

The Bible used by Fray Sergio Serrano and Padre Dempsey on La Biblia en un Año podcast!

Translation: Biblia de Jerusalén Latinoamericana

This version does not include the new features of The Great Adventure Catholic Bible, Second Edition.

SKU: 9781954881655
ISBN: 9781954881655
Format: Paperback
Weight: 2.403 lb
Dimensions: 6" x 9"
Page Count: 1969
Case Count: 20
Publisher: Ascension
Series: The Great Adventure Bible
Language: Spanish
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Paul A.
My daily now

I did the Bible in a Year, and from notes, highlights, even going to far as highlighting the mysteries of the rosary in here, this is my go to daily bible. Didn't cost a fortune and has handled the extra use that I am afraid of doing with some of my others. Magnificent work recommend to anyone seasoned, or just coming into the faith (like me).

Even just recently ordered the large print for the wife, she loves it.

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Stephen I.
Exactly what I Needed

I think the most important part of this review is what this Bible has done for me. I’ve always been a bit intimidated by the scriptures, I lacked understanding and would end up getting bored or discouraged. I couldn’t understand the love and devotion so many Christians claimed to have for the Bible. But I’m happy to say with the GAB I’m on my way there. They’ve put so much thought and work into developing a reading plan with articles, maps, catechism and cross references and more. They do a great job of teaching you the big picture of God’s plan of salvation. I’m understanding scripture better than I ever have before and I feel closer to God.

My thoughts on the physical Bible itself.. The goatskin cover feels solid and nice to hold and the gold gilded pages are classy. The crème colored pages are easy on the eyes and just the right thickness. Not too thin to feel fragile but thick enough to turn easily. I’m happy with the font style and size, the next step up would be the large print if you need it bigger. I like the that it has three ribbons (the more the better) to mark your place. The overall size of the Bible is very manageable, it’s certainly not a pocket size but it’s something that’s comfortable to travel with if you want to carry it around. Some may raise their eyebrows at the price but a full leather bound bible with this quality of binding method is often upwards of $200 so the $130 price tag is very reasonable in my opinion. I’m very happy with my purchase and thankful I found this Bible and expect to get many years of use out of it, God bless!

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Wonderful Bible - Well Made and Goes Great with the Bible in a Year Series!

The Great Adventure Catholic Bible is well made and goes great with the Bible in a Year Series. I believe this bible will last a very long time compared to some of the other less quality bibles out there. The leather feels good on your fingers and the gold gilt is very fancy! Get it, You won't be disappointed.

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Joe B.
Highly Recommend

I highly recommend this Bible. Thanks to the efforts of those who put it together I feel that my understanding has improved. With out a doubt my understanding of the context in each section has improved which has only enhanced my experience at the Mass.

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Anonymous
Perfect for a young adult learning how to read Scripture

I started off listening to the Bible in a Year podcast, and after 40 episodes, I finally caved and bought myself my very first Bible. This is the perfect Bible for a beginner, or even a returning Catholic, who needs some guidance in knowing how to interpret Scripture, as well as know where exactly in the timeline of the world they are reading. It has just the right amount of footnotes and helpful articles that I feel really help me to open my heart and understand, without overdoing it with too much information. The font size and hand-feel is perfect, making me want to pick up and read His Word again and again and again. I am so happy with this purchase.