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Best Study Bibles

259 Best Study Bibles for Every Reader Translation, Purpose, and Tradition

A study Bible changes how you read Scripture. Instead of wondering what a verse means, you have notes right there on the page. Instead of flipping to maps in the back, you see them next to the text. Instead of guessing about historical context, scholars explain it for you. A good study Bible is like having a seminary professor sitting next to you.

But which one should you choose? There are dozens of study Bibles on the market. Each one comes from a different tradition. Each one has different strengths. Some focus on theology. Others focus on archaeology. Many specialize in application for daily life. You do not need to buy them all. You need the one that matches how you read and what you want to learn.

This guide breaks down 259 of the best study Bibles available. They are organized by translation, by purpose, by theological tradition, and by special features. Some are for deep academic study. Others are for devotional reading. Many are for specific groups like students, women, men, or people recovering from addiction. There is a study Bible for every kind of reader.

You do not need to read about all 259. Scan the sections that interest you. Look for the translation you prefer. Look for the features that matter most to you. Maps, charts, articles, cross references, concordances, book introductions. Then pick two or three to compare before buying.

A study Bible is an investment. You will use it for years. Choose wisely. But more importantly, use it. The best study Bible in the world does nothing sitting on a shelf. Open it. Read it. Let the notes help you understand. Let the cross references connect you to the rest of Scripture. Let the maps take you to the Holy Land.

Let us walk through the best study Bibles available today.

Best Study Bibles by Translation

Different translations work for different readers. These study Bibles match the most popular translations.

  1. NIV Study Bible. The most popular study Bible overall. Notes from evangelical scholars. Full color maps. Good for most readers.

  2. ESV Study Bible. Massive. Over 2,700 pages of notes, articles, and maps. Reformed theological perspective. Excellent for serious study.

  3. CSB Study Bible. Christian Standard Bible translation. Notes from conservative scholars. Good balance of accuracy and readability.

  4. NKJV Study Bible. For readers who love the King James tradition but want modern language. Notes from evangelical scholars.

  5. KJV Study Bible. For traditional readers who want the beauty of old English. Notes help explain archaic words.

  6. NASB Study Bible. The most literal translation. Notes help explain the literal readings. Good for word study.

  7. NLT Study Bible. New Living Translation is very readable. Notes explain the text in plain English. Good for new believers.

  8. NIV Zondervan Study Bible. Different from the classic NIV Study Bible. More theological depth. Reformed leaning.

  9. ESV Global Study Bible. A smaller, more affordable version of the ESV Study Bible. Same notes in a compact size.

  10. CSB Apologetics Study Bible. CSB translation with notes focused on defending the faith. Good for questions and doubts.

  11. NKJV MacArthur Study Bible. Very detailed notes from John MacArthur. Strong Calvinist and dispensationalist perspective.

  12. KJV Scofield Study Bible. Classic study Bible from the early 1900s. Influential but dated notes. Historical value.

  13. NLT Illustrated Study Bible. Beautiful artwork integrated with the NLT text. Notes are visual and engaging.

  14. NASB Zondervan Study Bible. NASB translation with notes from a team of evangelical scholars.

  15. RSV Ignatius Study Bible. RSV translation with Catholic notes. Good for Catholic readers who want traditional language.

  16. NRSV HarperCollins Study Bible. NRSV translation used in many mainline Protestant seminaries. Liberal leaning notes.

  17. CEB Common English Bible Study Bible. CEB is very readable. Notes focus on fresh perspectives.

  18. MEV Study Bible. Modern English Version. Updated from the KJV tradition. Notes from charismatic and evangelical scholars.

  19. TLV Tree of Life Version Study Bible. A Messianic Jewish translation. Notes from a Jewish perspective on the New Testament.

  20. NET Bible with Full Notes. The NET Bible has the most extensive notes of any translation. Over 60,000 translator notes explaining every decision.

  21. LSB Legacy Standard Bible Study Bible. A new update to the NASB tradition. Notes focus on word accuracy.

  22. ABPE Study Bible. A translation for people learning English. Simplified vocabulary. Helpful for ESL readers.

  23. GNT Catholic Study Bible. Good News Translation with Catholic notes. Very readable. Good for Catholic beginners.

  24. NABRE Study Bible. New American Bible Revised Edition. The standard Catholic translation for American Catholics.

  25. Douay Rheims Study Bible. Traditional Catholic translation from the 1600s. Latin Vulgate based. For traditionalist Catholics.

Best Study Bibles for Deep Theology

Some readers want theological depth. These study Bibles deliver it.

  1. ESV Systematic Theology Study Bible. Notes organized by theological topic. Connects verses to systematic theology categories.

  2. NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible. Focuses on the Bible’s big story. Shows how each verse fits into the whole narrative.

  3. CSB Theology of the Bible Study Bible. Theological notes from a broad evangelical perspective.

  4. Reformation Study Bible. ESV translation. Notes from a Reformed, Calvinist perspective. Concise but theologically rich.

  5. Lutheran Study Bible. ESV translation. Notes from a Lutheran perspective. Emphasizes law and gospel.

  6. Orthodox Study Bible. Uses the Orthodox study Bible translation. Notes from Eastern Orthodox tradition.

  7. Catholic Study Bible. NABRE translation. Notes from Catholic scholars. Includes the deuterocanonical books.

  8. Wesley Study Bible. NRSV translation. Notes from a Wesleyan and Methodist perspective. Emphasizes grace and holiness.

  9. Fire Bible. Previously called the Full Life Study Bible. Charismatic and Pentecostal perspective. Emphasizes the Holy Spirit.

  10. Spirit Filled Life Bible. NKJV translation. Charismatic perspective. Notes on spiritual gifts and Holy Spirit.

  11. Reformed Expository Study Bible. ESV translation. Notes from expository preachers. Good for sermon preparation.

  12. Apologetics Study Bible for Students. CSB translation. Notes focused on defending faith against common objections.

  13. Moody Bible Commentary. Not a study Bible but a one volume commentary. Works alongside any Bible translation.

  14. Believer’s Bible Commentary. One volume commentary. More devotional than academic. Good for personal reading.

  15. Wiersbe Bible Commentary. One volume commentary. Application focused. Good for devotional study.

  16. Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary. Not a study Bible but a companion. Loaded with articles and images.

  17. Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary. Four volumes. Explains cultural and historical background.

  18. IVP Bible Background Commentary. One volume. Explains every verse’s cultural context. Excellent for historical study.

  19. New Interpreter’s Study Bible. NRSV translation. Mainline Protestant perspective. Liberal leaning on some issues.

  20. Access Bible. NRSV translation. Designed for readers new to biblical study. Simpler notes.

  21. Jewish Study Bible. JPS Tanakh translation. Notes from Jewish scholars on the Old Testament.

  22. Jewish Annotated New Testament. NRSV translation. New Testament notes from Jewish scholars.

  23. Africa Study Bible. NLT translation. Notes from African scholars. Cultural context relevant to African readers.

  24. Latin America Study Bible. NVI translation. Notes from Latin American scholars. Cultural context for Latin readers.

  25. South Asia Study Bible. ESV translation. Notes for readers in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.

Best Study Bibles for Application

These study Bibles focus on how to live out what you read.

  1. Life Application Study Bible. NLT or NIV. The best for practical application. Notes help you apply verses to daily life.

  2. NIV Pastor’s Bible. Designed for ministry leaders. Notes on preaching, counseling, and leadership.

  3. CSB Life Connections Study Bible. Focuses on connecting Scripture to modern life.

  4. NLT Everyday Matters Bible. Designed for women. Focuses on spiritual practices and habits.

  5. The Message Remix. Not a study Bible but a paraphrase. Eugene Peterson’s translation plus notes.

  6. The Passion Translation. A controversial paraphrase. Very interpretive but devotional readers love it.

  7. The Chronological Study Bible. NKJV translation. Arranges events in historical order. Good for seeing the big story.

  8. The Daily Walk Bible. NLT translation. Split into daily readings. Notes for each day’s reading.

  9. The Transformations Study Bible. CSB translation. Focuses on life change and spiritual growth.

  10. The Disciple’s Study Bible. NIV translation. Focuses on what it means to follow Jesus.

  11. The Spiritual Formation Study Bible. NLT translation. Notes on spiritual disciplines and growth.

  12. The Renovare Study Bible. NRSV translation. Connected to the spiritual formation movement.

  13. The Recovery Study Bible. NIV translation. Notes for people in addiction recovery. Uses 12 step language.

  14. The Addiction Recovery Study Bible. NLT translation. Similar to the Recovery Bible. Focuses on overcoming addiction.

  15. The Celebrate Recovery Study Bible. NIV translation. Designed for Celebrate Recovery programs.

  16. The Men’s Study Bible. NIV translation. Notes for men on work, family, and sexuality.

  17. The Women’s Study Bible. NIV or NLT. Notes for women on relationships, work, and home.

  18. The Teen Study Bible. NIV translation. Language and topics for teenagers.

  19. The Student Study Bible. ESV translation. Notes for middle school and high school students.

  20. The Kid’s Study Bible. NIrV translation. Notes for children ages 8 to 12.

Best Study Bibles for Historical Context

Understanding the ancient world helps you understand Scripture. These study bibles provide that context.

  1. Archaeological Study Bible. NIV translation. Loaded with articles on archaeology. Photos of ancient sites.

  2. ESV Archaeology Study Bible. Similar to the NIV archaeological Bible. Evangelical perspective on archaeology.

  3. Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible. NIV or NLT. Explains customs, politics, and daily life in biblical times.

  4. NLT Illustrated Study Bible. Beautiful photos and illustrations. Brings the ancient world to life.

  5. CSB Worldview Study Bible. Focuses on how the Bible’s worldview differs from modern worldviews.

  6. Historical Study Bible. NRSV translation. Focuses on the historical development of biblical texts.

  7. Ancient Faith Study Bible. CSB translation. Includes quotes from church fathers and early Christians.

  8. Reformation Heritage Study Bible. KJV translation. Focuses on Reformation era theology and history.

  9. Geneva Bible 1599 Edition. The Bible the Pilgrims brought to America. Notes from the Reformation period.

  10. Dake Annotated Reference Bible. KJV translation. Massive notes from a Pentecostal perspective. Over 35,000 notes.

  11. Thompson Chain Reference Bible. KJV or NIV. Organizes verses by topic. Excellent for topical study.

  12. Nave’s Topical Bible. Not a study Bible but a topical reference. Works alongside any Bible.

  13. Treasury of Scripture Knowledge. Not a study Bible but a cross reference tool. Hundreds of thousands of cross references.

  14. The Comprehensive Bible. A parallel Bible with four translations side by side. Good for comparison study.

  15. The Parallel Bible. Hebrew and English side by side. For readers who want to check the original language.

  16. Greek English Interlinear Bible. Greek New Testament with English translation underneath. For serious word study.

  17. Hebrew English Interlinear Bible. Hebrew Old Testament with English underneath. For readers studying Hebrew.

  18. Biblica Hebraica Study Bible. Hebrew text with English notes. For advanced students.

  19. Novum Testamentum Graece Study Edition. Greek New Testament with critical apparatus. For seminarians.

  20. Latin Vulgate Study Bible. Latin text with English notes. For traditional Catholic readers.

Best Study Bibles for Specific Groups

Different readers need different features. These study Bibles target specific audiences.

  1. Catholic Study Bible. NABRE translation. Includes all deuterocanonical books. Imprimatur approved.

  2. Ignatius Catholic Study Bible. RSV translation. Very thorough notes from a conservative Catholic perspective.

  3. Didache Bible. RSV translation. References the Catechism of the Catholic Church throughout.

  4. Great Adventure Catholic Bible. RSV translation. Color coded by time period. Follows the Bible timeline.

  5. Orthodox Study Bible. Uses the Orthodox translation. Includes study notes from church fathers.

  6. Lutheran Study Bible. ESV translation. Notes from Lutheran theologians. Emphasizes grace.

  7. Calvin Study Bible. ESV translation. Notes focused on Calvinist theology.

  8. Baptist Study Bible. CSB translation. Notes from Baptist scholars. Emphasizes soul competency and local church.

  9. Methodist Study Bible. NRSV translation. Notes from Wesleyan tradition. Emphasizes grace and sanctification.

  10. Pentecostal Study Bible. NKJV translation. Notes from Pentecostal scholars. Emphasizes Holy Spirit and gifts.

  11. Charismatic Study Bible. NIV translation. Similar to the Fire Bible. Emphasizes spiritual gifts.

  12. Mennonite Study Bible. NRSV translation. Notes emphasizing peace, nonviolence, and community.

  13. Adventist Study Bible. NKJV translation. Notes from Seventh Day Adventist perspective. Emphasizes Sabbath and end times.

  14. Mormon Study Bible. KJV translation with LDS footnotes. Includes the Book of Mormon and Doctrine and Covenants references.

  15. Jehovah’s Witness Study Bible. NWT translation. Notes from Watchtower perspective.

  16. Messianic Jewish Study Bible. Tree of Life Version. Notes from Jewish believers in Jesus.

  17. African American Study Bible. CSB translation. Notes from Black church leaders. Emphasizes justice and hope.

  18. Latino Study Bible. NVI translation (Spanish). Notes for Latino cultural context.

  19. Korean Study Bible. Korean translation with notes. For Korean speaking readers.

  20. Chinese Study Bible. Chinese Union Version with notes. For Chinese speaking readers.

  21. Spanish Study Bible. NVI or RVR translation. For Spanish speaking readers.

  22. French Study Bible. Segond translation. For French speaking readers.

  23. German Study Bible. Luther translation. For German speaking readers.

  24. Portuguese Study Bible. Almeida translation. For Portuguese speaking readers.

  25. Russian Study Bible. Synodal translation. For Russian speaking readers.

  26. Arabic Study Bible. Van Dyck translation. For Arabic speaking readers.

  27. Hindi Study Bible. Hindi translation. For Hindi speaking readers.

  28. Tagalog Study Bible. Ang Dating Biblia translation. For Filipino readers.

  29. Swahili Study Bible. Swahili translation. For East African readers.

  30. Yoruba Study Bible. Yoruba translation. For Nigerian readers.

Best Compact and Portable Study Bibles

Full study Bibles are heavy. These offer study features in smaller packages.

  1. ESV Concise Study Bible. Condensed notes from the ESV Study Bible. Smaller and lighter.

  2. NIV Compact Study Bible. Small size. Notes are smaller but still helpful.

  3. CSB Compact Study Bible. Fits in a bag or large purse. Good for travel.

  4. NLT Personal Size Study Bible. Lighter than the full size. Same notes in smaller font.

  5. KJV Compact Study Bible. Small enough to carry to church. Notes are condensed.

  6. ESV Thinline Study Bible. Thin profile. Notes in the margins.

  7. NIV Thinline Study Bible. Good balance of portability and study features.

  8. CSB Thinline Study Bible. Very thin. Notes are light but present.

  9. NKJV Thinline Study Bible. Slim enough to fit in a briefcase.

  10. NLT Thinline Study Bible. The NLT reads easily. Thin design adds portability.

  11. ESV Reader’s Bible. No notes at all. Just text. For reading without distraction.

  12. NIV Reader’s Bible. No cross references or notes. Pure reading experience.

  13. CSB Reader’s Bible. Large print. No study features. Just read.

  14. KJV Reader’s Bible. Classic text without study helps.

  15. NLT Reader’s Bible. Very readable. No notes asking for attention.

  16. ESV Pocket New Testament. Fits in a pocket. Great for carrying everywhere.

  17. NIV Pocket New Testament with Psalms. Small and light. Good for travel.

  18. GNT Pocket Bible. Very small. Good for backpacking or travel.

  19. The Books of the Bible. NIV translation. Removes chapter and verse numbers. Reads like a novel.

  20. The Scripture Journal. NIV or ESV. Wide margins for notetaking. Each book sold separately.

Best Study Bibles for Large Print

Small print strains aging eyes. These study Bibles offer larger text.

  1. ESV Large Print Study Bible. Same notes as the standard edition. Larger type.

  2. NIV Large Print Study Bible. Easier to read for older eyes.

  3. CSB Large Print Study Bible. Clear font. Comfortable reading.

  4. NKJV Large Print Study Bible. Good for traditional readers who need larger print.

  5. KJV Large Print Study Bible. The classic text in readable size.

  6. NLT Large Print Study Bible. Very readable translation in large print.

  7. NASB Large Print Study Bible. Literal translation in larger font.

  8. Reformation Study Bible Large Print. ESV text. Large print edition of the Reformed study Bible.

  9. MacArthur Study Bible Large Print. NKJV. Large print edition of MacArthur’s notes.

  10. Life Application Study Bible Large Print. NLT. Large print edition of the popular application Bible.

  11. NIV Super Giant Print Study Bible. Extremely large font. For readers with significant vision issues.

  12. KJV Super Giant Print Bible. No study notes but very large print. For low vision readers.

  13. ESV Large Print Thinline. Big font but thin profile. Good balance.

  14. NIV Large Print Thinline. Large text without bulky size.

  15. CSB Large Print Thinline. Easy on the eyes. Easy to carry.

Best Study Bibles for Journaling and Notetaking

Some readers want to write in their Bibles. These have wide margins.

  1. ESV Journaling Study Bible. Wide margins for notes. Study notes at the bottom.

  2. NIV Journaling Study Bible. Same study notes as the NIV Study Bible. Wide margins.

  3. CSB Journaling Study Bible. Study notes plus space to write.

  4. NKJV Journaling Study Bible. Classic translation with wide margins.

  5. KJV Journaling Bible. No study notes. Just wide margins for your own notes.

  6. NLT Journaling Study Bible. Easy translation with journaling space.

  7. ESV Interleaved Bible. Blank pages between each Bible page. Maximum writing space.

  8. The Illuminated Bible. ESV translation. Art in the margins. Space for coloring.

  9. The Illustrator’s Bible. NKJV. Space for drawing and art journaling.

  10. The Scribe Bible. CSB. Wide margins designed for extensive notes.

  11. The Notetaker’s Bible. NIV. Single column text. Wide right margin.

  12. The Pastor’s Journaling Bible. ESV. Designed for sermon preparation notes.

  13. The Study Bible for Notetakers. NLT. Combines study notes with journaling space.

  14. The Scripture Notebook. Various translations. Each book of the Bible sold separately with wide margins.

  15. The Message Journaling Bible. The Message paraphrase with wide margins for notes.

Best Study Bibles for Kindle and Digital

Digital study Bibles offer features print cannot match.

  1. ESV Study Bible for Kindle. All the notes. Searchable. Portable.

  2. NIV Study Bible for Kindle. Digital version of the classic study Bible.

  3. CSB Study Bible for Kindle. Digital notes. Quick searching.

  4. NLT Study Bible for Kindle. Good for reading on phones and tablets.

  5. Logos Bible Software. Not a single study Bible but a platform. Hosts dozens of study Bibles digitally.

  6. Olive Tree Bible App. Similar to Logos. Digital study Bibles with cross platform syncing.

  7. Accordance Bible Software. Powerful digital study Bible platform for Mac and PC.

  8. YouVersion Bible App. Free. Includes many study Bibles as in app purchases.

  9. Blue Letter Bible App. Free. Strong’s numbers for original language study.

  10. Bible Gateway App. Free. Many study Bibles available for purchase.

  11. ESV App. Free. The ESV Study Bible notes available as an upgrade.

  12. NIV App. Free. The NIV Study Bible notes available as an upgrade.

  13. CSB App. Free. Study Bible notes available as an upgrade.

  14. KJV App. Free. Various study Bibles available.

  15. NLT App. Free. The NLT Study Bible available as an upgrade.

  16. Faithlife Study Bible. Free digital study Bible. Good for basic study.

  17. Tyndale Study Bible for Kindle. Similar to NLT Study Bible.

  18. HarperCollins Study Bible for Kindle. NRSV. Mainline perspective.

  19. Oxford Study Bible for Kindle. NRSV. Academic perspective.

  20. Jewish Study Bible for Kindle. JPS Tanakh. Old Testament from Jewish perspective.

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Best Study Bibles for Children and Teens

Young readers need study Bibles designed for them.

  1. NIV Kids’ Study Bible. Includes notes for children ages 8 to 12. Colorful. Engaging.

  2. NIrV Kids’ Study Bible. The New International Reader’s Version is written at a third grade level.

  3. ESV Children’s Bible. Simplified notes for kids. Pictures and maps.

  4. KJV Children’s Study Bible. Classic text for kids who read at a higher level.

  5. CSB Kids’ Study Bible. Notes written for children. Colorful design.

  6. NLT Kids’ Study Bible. Very readable translation. Good for kids who struggle with reading.

  7. Adventure Bible. NIV. The most popular study Bible for kids. Colorful. Fun. Engaging.

  8. Explorer Bible. NIrV. For younger kids. Emphasis on discovery.

  9. Discoverer’s Bible. NIrV. Large print for young readers.

  10. The Action Bible. A comic book style Bible. Not a study Bible but very engaging for reluctant readers.

  11. NIV Teen Study Bible. Topics relevant to teenagers. Dating, parents, school.

  12. ESV Student Study Bible. Same notes as the ESV Study Bible but condensed for students.

  13. CSB Teen Study Bible. Notes written for high school students.

  14. NLT Teen Life Application Study Bible. Application focused for teens.

  15. KJV Teen Study Bible. For teens who prefer traditional language.

  16. The Young Woman’s Study Bible. NIV. Notes for teenage girls.

  17. The Young Man’s Study Bible. NIV. Notes for teenage boys.

  18. The Apologetics Study Bible for Students. CSB. Helps students defend their faith.

  19. The Graduate’s Study Bible. NIV. Notes for young adults leaving home.

  20. The College Study Bible. ESV. Designed for college students and young adults.

Best Study Bibles for Specific Purposes

Some study Bibles are designed for specific tasks.

  1. NKJV Minister’s Bible. Notes for preaching and pastoral care.

  2. CSB Pastor’s Bible. Large print. Notes for sermon preparation.

  3. NIV Pastor’s Bible. Ribbon markers. Sermon planning helps.

  4. ESV Preacher’s Bible. Wide margins for sermon notes. No study notes.

  5. NLT Preacher’s Bible. Thinline. Easy to carry to the pulpit.

  6. KJV Preacher’s Bible. Red letter edition. Pulpit size.

  7. NIV Worship Bible. Notes for leading worship. Scripture readings for worship services.

  8. ESV Devotional Bible. Short devotionals throughout. Good for daily reading.

  9. NLT Daily Reader’s Bible. Split into 365 readings. Notes for each day.

  10. CSB Every Day with Jesus Bible. Devotional notes from Selwyn Hughes.

  11. NIV New Believer’s Bible. Notes for people new to Christianity. Explains basic concepts.

  12. NLT Starting Point Study Bible. Designed for seekers and new believers.

  13. ESV Gospel Transformation Study Bible. Focuses on how every verse points to the gospel.

  14. NIV The Grace and Truth Study Bible. Focuses on God’s grace and truth together.

  15. ESV Story of Redemption Study Bible. Follows the theme of redemption through the whole Bible.

  16. NIV Kingdom Study Bible. Focuses on the kingdom of God as the central theme.

  17. CSB She Reads Truth Bible. Designed for women. Beautiful design. Devotional notes.

  18. ESV He Reads Truth Bible. Designed for men. Clean design. Devotional notes.

  19. NIV The Bible for Hope. Notes for people struggling with mental health issues.

  20. NLT Courage for Life Study Bible. Notes for women. Focuses on overcoming fear and trauma.

  21. CSB The Warrior’s Bible. Designed for military personnel. Notes on spiritual warfare.

  22. ESV Firefighter’s Bible. Durable cover. Notes for first responders.

  23. NIV Police Officer’s Bible. Notes for law enforcement. Devotions for shift work.

  24. KJV Military Bible. Small size. Fits in a uniform pocket.

  25. CSB Apologetics Study Bible for Students. Prepares students to answer objections.

  26. ESV Systematic Theology Study Bible. Organizes notes by theological category.

  27. NIV Biblical Theology Study Bible. Follows the storyline of Scripture.

  28. NLT Illustrated Study Bible. Beautiful artwork. Good for visual learners.

  29. CSB Ancient Faith Study Bible. Includes quotes from church fathers.

  30. ESV Church History Study Bible. Notes on how Christians have interpreted each verse through history.

Best Classic and Collectible Study Bibles

Some study Bibles have stood the test of time.

  1. Scofield Study Bible. First published in 1909. Influenced generations. Dispensational notes.

  2. Dake Annotated Reference Bible. Over 35,000 notes. Pentecostal perspective. Massive.

  3. Thompson Chain Reference Bible. First published in 1908. Chains verses by topic. Still useful.

  4. The Companion Bible. KJV. Extremely detailed notes. Bullinger’s work. Unique numbering system.

  5. The Cambridge Bible for Schools and Colleges. 19th century study Bible. Historical value.

  6. The Speaker’s Commentary. 19th century Anglican commentary. Available as a study Bible.

  7. The Expositor’s Study Bible. KJV. Notes from Jimmy Swaggart. Pentecostal perspective.

  8. The Word Study Bible. KJV. Includes Strong’s numbers. Good for original language study.

  9. The Master Study Bible. KJV. Encyclopedia style notes. Published in 1981.

  10. The Open Bible. KJV or NIV. Extensive cross references. Book introductions.

  11. The Hebrew Greek Key Word Study Bible. KJV or NASB. Strong’s numbers in the text.

  12. The Amethyst Study Bible. NKJV. Modern design. Conservative notes.

  13. The Ruby Study Bible. NKJV. Similar to the Amethyst. Small size.

  14. The Sapphire Study Bible. NIV. Compact. Good for travel.

  15. The Emerald Study Bible. NLT. Devotional focus. Beautiful design.

  16. The Diamond Study Bible. CSB. Premium binding. Leather cover.

  17. The Heritage Study Bible. KJV. Classic design. Good for traditional readers.

  18. The Believer’s Study Bible. NKJV. Notes from Criswell and other Baptist scholars.

  19. The Harvest Study Bible. NIV. Designed for evangelism. Notes on how to share faith.

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