General Editor: Dr. Larry Richards

This unique, self-directed study format will give you a commanding overview of the entire Bible.

The NIV Discovery Study Bible's unique system of 150 Study Centers will guide you on self-directed studies that reveal both the details and broad panorama of Scripture. No more scrutinizing the landmarks while missing the big picture. Here, you'll gain a mastery of both in a guided journey that helps you explore the books of the Bible in depth while deepening your understanding of their interconnection. See a sample.

This fresh, engaging approach gives you the direction and tools you need to do your own studying and cultivate a sweeping grasp of God's Word. The puzzling and even scandalous acts of the patriarchs, the bloody clashes between Israel and its enemies, the miracles and teachings of Jesus, the startling imagery of Revelation . . . if you've longed to put all the Bible's puzzle pieces together to see how they create one compelling image, then this is the study Bible for you.

The NIV Discovery Study Bible features include:

• The full text of the New International Version, today's most read, most trusted Bible translation

• 8 Built-in Bible Study Courses provide an overarching guide in exploring major Bible sections.

• 150 Study Centers break down the courses for easy study, allowing you to grasp the meaning and implications of specific Scripture passages.

• Key Words spotlight significant Bible terms in each passage, keyed to a glossary in the back that gives a word's particular meaning in a given passage.

• Over 750 Culture Clues provide insights into Bible times that make the text more meaningful to modern readers.

• Over 75 Landmarks explain the significance of important Bible characters and events, and define vital doctrines.

• Nearly 200 Closer Look sidebars clarify hard-to-understand passages

• Repeated Themes trace the development of important biblical themes through a chain-reference feature.

• Self Tests for each Study Center assignment strengthen your mastery of the passages studied.

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Download the Free Supplementary Leader's Guide

These free, downloadable leader's guides are intended to be printed, reproduced and used by leaders who have as little as an hour with their group (church school) or who lead a longer small-group session in an in-home setting.

Downloadable leader's guides for the NIV Discovery Study Bible:

• Exploring the Pentateuch
   
• Exploring the Old Testament Books of History 
  
• Exploring the Old Testament Books of Poetry
  
• Exploring the Old Testament Prophets
  
• Exploring the Life of Christ
  
• Exploring the Ministry of Christ
  
• Exploring Paul's Letters to the Churches
  
• Exploring The Other Letters and Revelation
  

Certificates of Completion

These certificates of completion are provided to help you recognize and celebrate your achievements (and/or the achievements of your group) as you continue your study of God's Word.

• Certificate for Exploring the Pentateuch
  
• Certificate for Exploring the Old Testament Books of History
   
• Certificate for Exploring the Old Testament Books of Poetry
  
• Certificate for Exploring the Old Testament Prophets
  
• Certificate for Exploring the Life of Christ
  
• Certificate for Exploring the Ministry of Christ
  
• Certificate for Exploring Paul's Letters to the Churches
   
• Certificate for Exploring the Other Letters and Revelation
  
• Certificate of Completion for All
  

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