Text Bibles are typically just the text of Scripture with no additional notes and Reference Bibles typically contain the text of Scripture plus a verse cross-reference system, so the reader can refer to related passages.
Zondervan offers a wide variety of Text and Reference Bibles. Let’s begin with a little background: Text Bibles are typically the text of Scripture with no additional notes. Reference Bibles usually contain the text of Scripture plus a cross-reference system so the reader can refer to a related passage. Both types of Bibles have limited study features.
A variety of Zondervan Text and Reference Bibles are available in various translations. Some of the bestselling Text and Reference Bibles include the following:
- NIV, TNIV, NIrV and KJV Gift & Award Bibles.
- Thinline Bibles.
- Reference Bibles.
- Amplified Bibles.
NIV and TNIV Gift & Award Bibles
The revised NIV and TNIV Gift and Award Bibles are economically priced softcover Bibles making them the perfect gift for promotions, confirmations, and special achievements. These Bibles include a dictionary as well as reference lists of Jesus’ teachings, ministry, miracles, and parables. They are available in a convenient size and in a variety of colors. The attractive and readable page layout includes a double-column format and the words of Christ in red. A great gift Bible at a great value - the NIV and TNIV Gift & Award Bibles are an excellent choice.
Gift & Award Bibles are also available in the New International Reader's Version (NIrV) for young and easy reading; and the King James Versions (KJV).
Thinline Bibles
The popular Thinline Bible measures less than an inch thick! If you need a Bible that’s easy to carry and can fit in a tote bag, briefcase, or glove compartment, this is the Bible for you.
These Bibles also include a concordance and a special feature called Promises & Perspectives of the Bible. The Thinline Bible is available in the NIV, TNIV and NASB translation.
NIV Thinline Bibles
TNIV Thinline Bibles
Thinline Bible XL
The TNIV Thinline Bible XL features a larger, easy-to-read typesetting. With the full text of the TNIV in the convenient Thinline edition, this Bible is ideal for going wherever you go, with the added benefit of a larger font.
NIV Thinline Reference Bible
A center-column reference system for in-depth study. An NIV concordance for quick and easy reference. An eight page full-color map section.
NIV Compact Thinline Bible
Reader’s helps, including Promises from the Bible, Perspectives from the Bible, and Ministry of Jesus. Side-tab closure editions protect pages from damage. Readable, double-column format in 6.3-point type.
(Thinline Bible, Squared)
Features the full text of the TNIV in an innovative, square-format setting. The square format edition is ideal for notetaking in the wider margins and features an easy-to-read design.
TNIV Church Bible
This edition offers the TNIV Bible in an attractive, low-cost edition for churches everywhere.
The Bible: Timeless Truth in Today's Language
This Bible offers the full text of the TNIV in an inexpensive format, ideal for giving away to friends and family who may be new to the Bible. The hardcover edition comes with a free CD featuring the story of Jesus’ passion from the TNIV Audio New Testament.
NIV Reference Bibles
There are three different editions in the NIV Reference Bible family:
- NIV Giant-Print Reference
- NIV Large-Print Reference Personal Size
- NIV Compact Reference
All these Bibles contain helpful reference systems and a dictionary concordance, but are different enough to distinguish for those of you who prefer larger type or portable size. Reference Bibles are also available in
the King James Version and in the NASB translation.
The Bible in 90 Days
A new addition to the Text Bibles family is The Bible in 90 Days. The Bible in 90 Days is both a Bible and a curriculum that allows individuals to complete what for many Christians is the goal of a lifetime—to read
through the Bible completely, from “cover to cover,” in a manageable time frame. Features include:
- Start and End markers helping readers understand where to begin and end each day’s reading.
- Helpful front matter articles, including an overview of that they’ll be reading each day.
- Encouragement and other helpful information from the ministry’s founder, Ted Cooper Jr.
This is a perfect Bible for those of you who seek a rewarding program that will deepen your understanding of the Bible.
Visit www.biblein90days.com today, and register to take the Bible in 90 Days Challenge!
Amplified Bible
The Amplified Bible captures the full meaning behind the original Greek, Hebrew and Aramaic. With its unique system of brackets, parentheses and italics, the Amplified Bible defines and expands key words and phrases right in the text. Verse by verse, the full meaning of Scripture unfolds as you read. No knowledge of Greek or Hebrew is required—just a desire to know all that God says in his Word. Specific features include:
- Footnotes provide concise historical and archaeological information and devotional insights, plus hundreds of references to select sources and authors.
- A built-in concordance helps you find the location of verses (25,000 entries).
- A bibliography and glossary provide handy lists of the sources cited in the study notes and the most frequent amplifications in the text.
The Amplified Bible is for those of you who want to experience all the rich nuances and shades of meaning inherent to the original language.
See all Text & Reference Bibles currently available.