Orthodox Study Bible - Ancient Faith Edition - Sewn Binding - Leathersoft

I am sure you’ve noticed that while I am not Roman Catholic, or Greek Orthodox (I am actually an Assemblies of God pastor in any of you were curious), I think it is incredibly important to understand the history of the church and how we ended up where we are as a movement. Sometimes as Protestants (and especially Pentecostals such as myself) we have a tendency to throw out the baby with the bath water out of fear of looking “Catholic” or “Orthodox.” I think many of us would be surprised as we study church history how many of their practices actually have roots dating back to only decades after the resurrection of Christ.

My point here isn’t that I agree (I don’t) with all of their practices, however, I do believe in many ways, they have some things right and we have some things wrong. The only way to learn those things is through dialogue, study, and humility. I have been greatly enriched as a Christian, and even a Pentecostal Pastor through my relationship with Roman Catholics, and Greek Orthodox friends. Mutual respect goes a long way in learning and understanding.

My channel is dedicated to pressing into hard issues, which is why you will find a vast array of bibles (some outright heresy like the Cepher, others on the fringe) with commentaries from theological standpoints I would disagree (The MacArthur Study Bible comes to mind.) but I want to learn. With all that said the Orthodox Study Bible is a fantastic addition to my library and I remain committed to reviewing material that press into difficult issues. Here are places you can purchase this bible:

Amazon: (affiliate)

SVS Press (currently out of stock, but a great place for Orthodox resources:

Ancient Faith Store:

[anickelsworthbiblereviews]

I am sure you’ve noticed that while I am not Roman Catholic, or Greek Orthodox (I am actually an Assemblies of God pastor in any of you were curious), I think it is incredibly important to understand the history of the church and how we ended up where we are as a movement. Sometimes as Protestants (and especially Pentecostals such as myself) we have a tendency to throw out the baby with the bath water out of fear of looking “Catholic” or “Orthodox.” I think many of us would be surprised as we study church history how many of their practices actually have roots dating back to only decades after the resurrection of Christ.

My point here isn’t that I agree (I don’t) with all of their practices, however, I do believe in many ways, they have some things right and we have some things wrong. The only way to learn those things is through dialogue, study, and humility. I have been greatly enriched as a Christian, and even a Pentecostal Pastor through my relationship with Roman Catholics, and Greek Orthodox friends. Mutual respect goes a long way in learning and understanding.

My channel is dedicated to pressing into hard issues, which is why you will find a vast array of bibles (some outright heresy like the Cepher, others on the fringe) with commentaries from theological standpoints I would disagree (The MacArthur Study Bible comes to mind.) but I want to learn. With all that said the Orthodox Study Bible is a fantastic addition to my library and I remain committed to reviewing material that press into difficult issues. Here are places you can purchase this bible:

Amazon: (affiliate)

SVS Press (currently out of stock, but a great place for Orthodox resources:

Ancient Faith Store:

[BibleLovingLutheran]

I wish Schuyler would make a premium Orthodox Bible

[CarrieSullo]

Glory to Jesus Christ!
Thank you for that succinct overview of this publication. And with such respect. I was raised Catholic & attended Catholic schools, but started attending a Protestant Church as a teenager. Then went on to a Evangelical College. Now I'm Orthodox. I was not a theology major, but have had Catechism, Bible (Old & New T), and theology classes, even youth min classes through an Orthodox seminary. The Ancient Fathers teaching have so much wisdom, and didn't mince words. They lived and spoke the teachings of Christ without fear.
I love reading the footnotes now! And sometimes I sit with three different Bibles when preparing lessons! In the OSB (hardcover) the Psalms list the corresponding # for KJV.

[michaelarmstrong]

I had a bonded leather one from Nelson, years ago, but from some odd reason I gave it away, wished I would have kept it. However, if someone is getting blessed by it, then it is worth it.

[saulm]

Nice review. Love your friendly and edifying approach with respect to other Christian churches. Just in case, Ancient Faith also offers a hardcover version which is also smyth-sewn and comes with one ribbon.

[patshepherd]

I would buy a sewn Comfort Print edition if Thomas Nelson decided to print one.

[mikehoward]

Very interesting Bible Tim, and great wisdom there at the end. Thank you for sharing this one.

[MrGb]

The footnotes are what make this Bible, especially the first version. Thanks

[OceanJGooze]

Love this one - one of my favorites! Thanks for the review.

[jaqian]

As a Catholic I wish we used the Septuagint more. It's a pity there aren't more Orthodox bibles in print.

[HollywoodBigBoss]

Purchased this Bible a few weeks ago used for $65 with shipping. Amazing book and I love to use it when my New American Bible or Douay-Rhames are unclear this one is an amazing reference resource.

[Tax_Buster]

Good review and excellent statement! I am a Southern Baptist pastor who went to two Pentecostal seminaries, one by CoG and the other by AG.

[matheus]

Great Review, I'm from Brazil and this bible is not avaible in any place near me, so this video showing the bible on hands is really helpful. Thank you, keep the great work and God bless you.

[kova]

I don’t like how there’s not many orthodox bibles to choose from in the English language. I have the Thomas nelson one, but want to get the other one, which is a bit out of my price range at the moment, to read comfortably in my lap

[dogman]

Would be nice if you could get it in a SHUYLER OR A ALLEN bible.

[GianFilipelli]

Really enjoy your reviews and channel, let me say thete should be more people line yourself. Protestant, Catholic, Orthodox, Jewish, we all started in the same boat and we all believe in all the same things with a few differences, we should remember we are all Christians and believe in God and Jesus and not go against one another but help each other.
Just a quick question is there a Catholic Study Bible with notes on a large print like 10 plus and in leather or leather soft?
God Bless

[dpajc]

I can't stand that thin paper it's so thin you can read the reverse of the page
Either do it justice or not print at all
I would gladly pay double for a proper print

[djlclopez]

Thanks for this video! I don't agree with everything this Bible has either, but I do agree with you on the fact that we all need to study and learn it all! I got this Bible for $46 trade in credit at my local book store and I can't wait to read it! Very interesting!
Edit: But I have a question: in your opinion as a pastor, is this a practical and useful study Bible for evangelical protestants? I bought it to learn more about Christ and His history, but I'm already noticing plenty of changed/different verses in the old testament...for example: Proverbs 31 is slightly off by 1 verse and verse 20 in the OSB is completely changed. Is this normal?

[seektruth]

Hi, why the papers are so thin? I can see writings of the back of the page. It's not easy to read. :(

[engebrethanssenjohansen]

Are the pages on this version thicker than the other one?