A Bible perfect for every-day use with the full Catholic text in an easy-to-carry size.

Pope Francis has said of the Bible, “Take it, carry it with you and read it every day: It is Jesus himself speaking to you in it!”*

This beautiful edition of the Catholic Bible invites you to read Scripture daily and hear the voice of Jesus. Small enough to carry with you to work or school, yet exceptionally readable thanks to the special typeface designed exclusively for the NRSV, the Catholic Bible, Personal Size Standard Edition is perfect for all who desire to spend time in the Word of God.

About the NRSV: Renowned for its balance of scholarship and readability, the NRSV is a trustworthy translation appropriate for personal spiritual formation and in the academy. This Catholic Edition of the NRSV bears the imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church and is approved for private use and study by the Catholic faithful. 

Features:



Complete Catholic Bible with the official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church
Anglicized text utilizing British English spelling and grammar within the text
Durable Smyth-sewn binding lies flat in your hand or on your desk
Full-color maps are a visual representation of the locations where key events take place in the Bible
Two double-sided satin ribbon markers so you can easily navigate and keep track of where you were reading
Presentation page allows you to personalize this special gift by recording a memory or note
Reading plans guiding you through the entire Bible in a year
Praying with the Bible article walking you through different approaches to help connect your heart to Scripture
Dictionary-concordance are useful tools to look up any word’s definition as well as its occurrences throughout the Bible
Words of Christ in black for a reading experience that is easy on your eyes throughout Scripture
Gilded page edging
Exclusive 9.5-point Catholic Comfort Print® typeface created specifically for Catholic Bible Press by 2K/DENMARK type foundry

* Angelus, St. Peter’s Square, April 6, 2014 © Libreria Editrice Vaticana. Used by permission.