I have paperbacks published by Dover that have lasted 30 and 40 years, though not with daily use. As noted in the previous post announcing the Augustine Bible, this is a paperback edition in a hard slip case. Here is a photo of the beginning of the book of Daniel to illustrate the lack of book introductions: Overall, I would say this edition is passable, but not outstanding. and the NABRE. It contains a short Foreward, a Preface, a few grayscale maps and a chart of weights and measures. Therefore I would recommend sticking with the RSV while of course also referring to the Douay-Rheims which has a special place in my heart as it was the first Bible my parents bought me and I believe it is good to get a feel for the Latin Patrimony of the Church. As Jean E. mentioned in the comments, the text is not line-matched. On the plus side, the binding is definitely sewn, as advertised in the product announcement. I also inquired as to when hardback or leather editions are planned for publishing. “We will have other versions of The Augustine Bible coming out in the fall. Either the hardcover or leather. The bible has no ribbon markers, so this extension of the cover can serve that purpose if needed. Catholics take note: this same practice means that adelphoi will be translated as “brothers” in passages speaking of Jesus’ extended family (whether they are actually half-brothers, step-brothers, cousins, or countrymen is a matter of interpretation – not translation.). With none of those features available, it’s very hard to justify paying full price for this bible. We’ll have a more affordable paperback version and a hardcover edition. A completely “literal word-for-word” translation is an undesirable pipe dream. I would not expect the Augustine Bible to resist wear and tear much better. are both found in the text with a footnote that the passage is not found in some manuscripts. The hallmark of a sewn binding is that the pages are grouped together into several folded sections (known as “signatures”), and the signatures are all sewn together with thread. I received a rather disappointing reply. Update: Two-for-One translation improvement here! The cover design and the slip case are beautifully designed. I like them both a lot, but mostly for the notes. There always has to be a balance between literal and readable, and at times the ESV might have lightened up on the consistent literalism a bit. It seems that the ESV takes a number of liberties in translating certain passages in Genesis and also others which I find to be a frustration due to their use of inclusive language which distracts from the true meaning of the text. For those who aren’t familiar Dover used to publish high quality paperback of older books. SUBSCRIBE now for updates! As it turns out, I didn’t have long to wait. Augustine Institute Store is having a sale, this Bible is going for $29.95 right now. I agree, with the possible exception of the binding. Eventually readers of the Bible have to learn how to differentiate between passages meant to be read literally and passages meant to be read figuratively, something that can challenge even the most advanced readers. I remain puzzled by their choice to release a paperback at such a high starting price. Augustine first summarizes the central message of the Bible (quite an astounding and beautiful accomplishment) and then turns to the difficult medium of the message. In most cases, I still find the text to be easily readable, but in some areas, especially in the narrative sections with less white space, I find the ghosting to be more frustrating. Having said that, there are a lot of advantages with the ESV translation for any Christian, and for Catholics some are especially welcome. The Augustine Bible uses the term “Deuterocanonical Books.” - The cover artwork is beautiful. I received a reply today and they informed me that one will be released, at the earliest, in 2021. Grant Jones posted a detailed review of this Bible on youtube. Once the glue no longer holds onto an individual sheet of paper, it comes loose and falls out. There is a bit of text ghosting as a result, but I only really noticed it in wide textless areas (like the ESV symbol above). I find the ghosting to be somewhat distracting; it’s bad especially in the poetic texts, and I think it generally makes the type look soft or almost blurry (but if you look at a page with no text on the back, it is evident that the type is clear). Though the Augustine Institute I agree needs to make a Hard Cover. As I have continued to read and use the ESV-CE I began to notice many translation choices…small, yet a bit annoying. The slip case and the paperback cover have a gold-colored foil pattern stamped on the front, as shown below. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for The Augustine Bible (ESV-CE) at Amazon.com. Try the US Amazon.com (if they will ship it to you), https://www.amazon.com/dp/195093909X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_yCxVEbN8MMMB1, Try ordering from Amazon in the USA (if they will ship it to you), Exciting news! The paper is pretty thin, but not terrible. That is excellent news! Highlighting with a marker did bleed through a bit (see the “All we need to do” line above) – but it did not get any worse than this even after several weeks. I believe they do it for two reasons: A negative scholarly assessment of the ESV can be found HERE. Many thanks to the readers who commented with their first impressions of the brand new Augustine Bible ESV-CE over the past two weeks. I can say with certainty that it is sewn. It’s possible to confirm this by opening the bible to the exact middle of one of the folded signatures and carefully opening the pages as far as they will go near the spine. I also took a standard yellow highlighter to it to see about bleed-through. In Isaiah 7:14 the RSV translated Hebrew almah as “young woman” rather than “virgin.” The NABRE followed suit and so, sadly, modern Catholic Bibles confused a lot of people. - The inside layout is very clean and readable. We’ll have a very nice leather version. All is not perfect with the ESV. It’s a disputed text so some include it with a note that it isn’t found in some manuscripts but others simply leave it out! Soon Augustine finds himself in an important position as “The Voice of The Emperor,” with the life of luxury he’s always wanted. The Augustine Bible, ESV Catholic Edition The Augustine Bible features a beautiful foil-stamped slipcase and a durable matte cover to ensure that you can use and treasure this Bible for years to come. I was informed that I would need to wait until after the new year has commenced, as the department which has the pricing responsibility is “out of the office”. Guest Review of the Augustine Institute Hardcover ESV-CE Many thanks to reader Alfredo Watkins, who recently purchased the hardcover edition of the ESV-CE from the Augustine Institute, and generously agreed to share a review on the blog! There are no explanatory notes and no book introductions of any kind. The ESVCE does not do this. Below I will go into more detail about the translation as well as the physical Bible itself. This has the advantage of keeping the biblical text in focus, the Bible’s size (and cost) manageable, and avoids the risk of biasing the reader to one position or another. While it’s not too much of an eye strain for me initially, this would not be me “desert island” Bible. The NABRE’s “translation” is completely unwarranted (it is an interpretative paraphrase rather than a translation). Thanks for the clarity. The ESV is actually a revision of the RSV that not only updates about 60,000 words to modern English, the translation is also made from a better manuscript tradition. - It’s a good size at 6x9: compact enough for regular use and travel, but not too small as to be unreadable. ESV’s philosophy is explicitly to use non-gender specific language when translating a word that in Hebrew/Greek is not gendered (e.g. However, while many Christians are familiar with the broad strokes of his theology, few readers today have explored the riches of his spiritual life. Printed in Italy, The Augustine Bible features the English Standard Version® Catholic Edition translation, which some consider to be the best available English translation of the Bible. The only notes are the minimal ESV translators notes. They, then adjust as they learn from people. As I was opening this article, I was lamenting that there are so few Catholic bibles with sufficient margin space. Visit to Branch Davidian Compound Outside Waco, TX. I’m a big fan of Jeff Cavins’s fantastic Bible Timeline materials, so I was very excited to learn of Ascension Press’s release of the Great Adventure Catholic Bible which incorporated them into a single volume. I ordered this bible when I saw that it was available (cyber week deal for preorder) as I have been waiting for a version in the United States. The Augustine Bible features a beautiful foil-stamped slipcase and a durable matte cover to ensure that you can use and treasure this Bible for years to come. A reasonably-sized book (circa 300 pages) but in only five chapters? Last but not least, the ESV does not follow the practice of capitalizing pronouns of deity (those referring to God). Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. It’s great for carrying around. For the price, I’d say the Great Adventure Catholic BIble from Ascension Press (using the RSV-2CE) is a FAR better Bible with superior features and binding in a comparable translation. Printed in Italy, The Augustine Bible features the English Standard Version Catholic Edition translation, which some consider to be the best available English translation of the Bible. It will certainly serve the purpose to get the translation on the shelf, but the price point doesn’t match the quality. For anyone who would like a copy of the ESV-CE, this is the only game in town for readers in the USA right now. Hi Marc: just came across this article. Unlike the NIV which disingenuously translates the word for “tradition” as “teaching” whenever it is presented in a positive light, the ESV (like most English Bibles) remains consistent. I guess, I will probably being making a purchase in the fall. It was also a nice translation. I recently received my hardcover copy of the ESV-CE Holy Bible from the Augustine Institute. 2) Comparing the two most recent reviews on this blog, mine focusing on the Bible for Everyone and yours on the ESVCE, I simply can’t get over the fact that the Bible for Everyone is a sewn hardcover, with a ton of maps, a ribbon marker, shipped from the UK, and costs $20 dollars less. Overall, I share the sentiments above. And Also to be honest a bit more portable version would also be great such as like the RSV made by Ignatius that comes in a zipper pouch I love that size bible for everyday carry. Review of "The Augustine Bible" - the Catholic ESV! While it would not make for a good heirloom or study Bible, it makes a great reader. On the other hand, at a full price of $49.95 at the Augustine Institute Store, this bible is very high-priced for its lack of features. Read honest and unbiased product reviews from our users. The Augustine Institute has a tendency to release projects at a high price and then lower prices. When the empire decides to take over the Christian basilica, Augustine prepares to give the speech of a lifetime, one that will slow the rising tide of Christianity’s influence. I want to show how the text is typeset, how the (minimal, translational)  footnotes look, and what “extras” are included. The Augustine Bible uses the term “Deuterocanonical Books.” - The cover artwork is beautiful. That will be a good development. It’s update, the NRSV used gender-neutral terminology that distorted the meaning of the original text (and has remained wildly unpopular in most circles). I’ve been reading and praying with it since, to give it a chance. Share this: Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window) Click to … This is the name used to denote old Latin translations from the Greek text, which were used in the Western world before - very slowly - what would be called the Vulgate translation by St Jerome took precedence. To be fair, the definite article (English “the”) is not in the text here, and Greek does not have an indefinite article so it’s not technically wrong to add it in when helpful (cult apologists will recognize this as the same argument Jehovah’s Witnesses use for calling Jesus “a god” in John 1:1). There are commentaries, no cross-references, no index, almost no “study helps” of any kind. And with the WOF version coming this summer, I hope neither is too expensive. But we want people to live in the Bible. By contrast, a glued binding is generally constructed without grouping the pages into discrete signatures. 17:21 below). However, that does not make it OK to “translate” adelphoi into “people.” The same goes for “father” (vs. “parent”), wife (vs. “spouse”). Theological bias is not a virtue in translation (example). The ESV-Catholic Edition emphasizes “word-for-word” accuracy, literary excellence, and depth of meaning. ), previous post announcing the Augustine Bible, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rp37KfaRoI4, A Brief Comparison of the ESV w/Apocrypha and the ESVCE – Catholic Bible Talk, https://m.ncregister.com/daily-news/augustine-institute-publishes-major-new-catholic-bible, Review: Ignatius Pew Missal | The Catholic Man Reviews, First Look: Large Print New Catholic Bible (NCB) — Guest Post by Leighton. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Augustine and the Bible (Bible through the Ages Book 2) at Amazon.com. I’m truly happy for those who have wanted an ESVCE, but that price is ridiculous. Protestants love to trot out 2 Timothy 3:16 as proof text for their doctrine of sola scriptura – the idea that the Bible alone is the ultimate authority in matters of faith. I found chapters 1, 2 and 4 to be the most engaging but got a little lost or overwhelmed or simply bored in the central chapter on Augustine the Teacher. Your email address will not be published. When I receive a reply, I shall forward it to this group. As noted in the previous post announcing the Augustine Bible, this is a paperback edition in a hard slip case. Seems new versions of this translation will be coming out in the fall: leather, hardcover, and another paperback. That this ESVCE costs $50 is insane. However, this was an expensive academic tome, and it went out of print by the time I wanted one. The Augustine Bible comes in a sturdy slip box that matches the Bible’s cover – which is a stiff cardboard fold-over. Now this one is a real issue on both the translational and theological fronts. Many cheaper bibles feature hardcover or imitation leather covers, a ribbon marker, and line-matching. For me, the positive features of the ESV translation far outweigh its deficiencies, but it is helpful to get a taste for both. The ESV has opted to indicate it’s inclusion with italics and use a dual-numbering system to reflect placement. For those interested in the actual Augustine Bible itself, I include pictures and a few comments below. So much for that! Most pages in the Bible look like this – simple and uncluttered. Hello Select your address Given the very minor differences between the ESV and the ESV-CE, it would make sense to consider the ESV with Apocrypha from Anglican Liturgy Press (which Timothy reviewed on this blog) as an alternative. Most of these are not a big deal, but they’re worth noting. I ordered a copy and have some first impressions and photos to share. The pages are thin enough to allow moderate ghosting of text from the back of the page and the adjacent page. He gives advice on how to gain the necessary factual and linguistic information to approach the biblical environment and how to deal with its often so strangely figurative and obscure style of expression. Over all I am amazed with the quality of the translation this is certainty an improvement on the RSV and I can not wait to see it go mainstream for all English Speaking Catholics as a more commonly owned bible translation. OK lemme know when. The thread which was used to sew the signatures together will be visible deep in the groove (sometimes known as the “gutter”) between the pages. Well… I just checked the Catholic.store shop and the price has dropped by 40% to $29.95. Printed in Italy, The Augustine Bible features the English Standard Version® Catholic Edition translation, which many consider to be the best available English translation of the Bible. In reflection on St. Augustine’s experience, we have named this Catholic edition of the Bible The Augustine Bible—thus affirming that we too can turn our hearts to the Lord every time we “take and read” God’s Word. 2) they lack a true market price research team, so their initial pricing is a guess (on the higher side) to what the market will support. This is why pages are much more likely to fall out of a glued binding as it ages, compared to a sewn binding. This one will only bother Catholics, but it’s not actually a bad translation. which says the Church – not the Bible – is the pillar of truth. A Bible translation is either faithful to the original writings or it is not – and that is all that matters. Overall, this paperback cover reminds me of the cover for the Catholic Youth Bible (NABRE) from St. Mary’s Press (see my impressions of that bible here). Granted, the RSV is also not free from this though it seems to be less apparent in major moments of the text and rather occurs in less notable sections. I posted the ad all over social media, and was one of the first to order one.It arrived today, and I thought I’d let you in on my thoughts in case you are hesitant about dropping the hefty $60.00 Ascension is asking for it. The Bible is printed on thin, high quality Bible paper in a very readable font. It was with reluctance that I put it on the shelf and began a search for a Catholic (i.e., complete) Bible. Thank you. This year, I have the great pleasure of announcing that this new translation is now available for purchase in the United States, thanks to the Augustine Institute! The Augustine Bible features a beautiful foil-stamped slipcase and a durable matte cover to ensure that you can use and treasure this Bible for years to come. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. It’s a simple, minimalist Bible with decent build quality and a fair price. other than the Douay-Rheims, you pretty much won’t find any Bible that say it the way Catholics pray it. The ESV is a pretty straightforward literal translation. However, in 2018, the Bishops of India approved a Catholic edition of the ESV! The paperback cover is sturdy and thick, and it has a large fold-out extension which could potentially be used to mark a page. Overall I am happy with The Augustine Bible. So below I will call out some of the positives and negatives I have discovered. In reflection on St. Augustine’s experience, we have named this Catholic edition of the Bible The Augustine Bible—thus affirming that we too can turn our hearts to the Lord every time we “take and read” God’s Word. The paperback cover is sturdy and thick, and it has a large fold-out extension which could potentially be used to mark a page. All we need to do is to recognize the Scriptures for what they are: a personal message from God, who made us and loves us. Like Luke 1:28 above, some Catholics might get miffed about the ESV’s rendering of “person” into “presence” because it seems to take away from the “persona christi” role of the priest in confession. For original video content, see my YouTube Channel All we need to do is to recognize the Scriptures for what they are: a personal message from God, who made us and loves us. The printing is top-notch, ghosting is negligible, the imitation leather cover is decent in quality, and the study helps come from a well-known and well-loved Catholic study series. I emailed the Augustine Institute inquiring into when they’ll be releasing a hardcover edition. The Bible is medium sized (9″ x 6″ x 1 1/8″). Marc, This Catholic Edition was reviewed in accord with the norms of Liturgiam authenticam and abides by Catholic hermeneutical principles. 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