It is imperative that believers possess a Christian Bible that provides a clear, easy-to-read printing of God's Word with enough study aids for cementing an understanding in and application to the reader's life. Presentation of study aids added to the Bible should never be viewed as the Word of God but rather as tools of understanding and enrichment. In the Alexander Maclaren Study Bible, much emphasis in the included notes and aids and drives toward the "Christ Centered Life."
The obvious respect for God's Word demonstrated in the printing of the "Alexander Maclaren Study Bible" enables the reader to glean for themselves the remarkable Biblical insights of scholar and expositor, Maclaren, a man highly respected and appreciated from the late 1800's.
As I opened this new hard-cover study Bible, I see that it lays flat which enables ease of use. I see that the type font is highly readable and clear. I see that the Psalms are laid out in an almost line-poetry style with tends to impart a sense of poetic beauty.
I see that the non-scriptural notes and add-ins are highlighted in blue ink which aids in differentiating between the Word of God and added text. This is a key element in this printing because we are to never add to God's Word.
The copy I have is the New King James Version. My preferred version is either KJV or NKJV. So I am quite comfortable reading this Bible.
The obvious respect for God's Word demonstrated in the printing of the "Alexander Maclaren Study Bible" enables the reader to glean for themselves the remarkable Biblical insights of scholar and expositor, Maclaren, a man highly respected and appreciated from the late 1800's.
As I opened this new hard-cover study Bible, I see that it lays flat which enables ease of use. I see that the type font is highly readable and clear. I see that the Psalms are laid out in an almost line-poetry style with tends to impart a sense of poetic beauty.
I see that the non-scriptural notes and add-ins are highlighted in blue ink which aids in differentiating between the Word of God and added text. This is a key element in this printing because we are to never add to God's Word.
The copy I have is the New King James Version. My preferred version is either KJV or NKJV. So I am quite comfortable reading this Bible.
The extensive concordance is more expansive than I have ever seen printed within the cover of a Bible. This is quite a plus feature. Adequate and beautifully drawn maps are also included that aid in study.
About Alexander Maclaren Study Bible: Explore the Scriptures with insights from the “Prince of Expositors.”
About Alexander Maclaren Study Bible: Explore the Scriptures with insights from the “Prince of Expositors.”
Few preachers in the nineteenth century rivaled Alexander Maclaren. Called the “Prince of Expositors,” Maclaren was considered one of the best preachers of his era, acclaimed for offering remarkable biblical insights in a poetic style.
The Alexander Maclaren Study Bible invites you to learn from his powerful insights as you explore the Scriptures. Study notes drawn from his more than 1,500 published sermons illuminate every chapter of the Bible. Passage outlines based on his sermons guide you in systematic study of key texts. Short notes encourage you to apply the Bible to your life and see Christ’s relevance to all Scripture.
Features include:
- Book introductions exploring each book’s background and key themes with insights from Maclaren’s work
- 1,400 study notes that cover every chapter of the Bible
- 380 Christ Connection notes showing the relevance of Christ to all Scripture
- 380 Life Application notes to help you live out the Bible’s principles
- 209 Passage Outlines based on Maclaren’s sermon outlines
- 8 essays addressing major doctrines of Scripture, personal devotion to Christ, and how to properly apply the Bible to your life
- Comprehensive concordance and index of features
- Bottom of page study notes
- Center-column cross-references
- Line-matched, double-column typesetting
- Clear and readable 9-point NKJV Comfort Print®
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Who was Alexander Maclaren?
Born in Glasgow, Scotland, on February 11, 1826, Alexander Maclaren was the pastor of Union Chapel in Manchester England from 1858–1903. Heralded as the “Prince of Expositors,” he is considered by many to be one of the best preachers of the nineteenth century, The popularity of Maclaren’s published sermons rivaled that of Charles Spurgeon, helping him develop global acclaim for remarkable biblical insights delivered in a poetic style. Maclaren’s works continue to be read and studied due to their timeless relevance, verbal beauty, and profound freshness.
DISCLOSURE: I received a complimentary copy of the Alexander Maclaren Study Bible from publicist for Thomas Nelson Publishing to facilitate a review. Opinions are mine, alone and are freely given.
