ESV Study Bible | English Standard Version

Endorsements

“The ESV is a dream come true for me. The rightful heir to a great line of historic translations, it provides the continuity and modern accuracy I longed for. Now the scope and theological faithfulness of the ESV Study Bible study notes is breathtaking. Oh how precious is the written Word of God.”

John Piper, Pastor for Preaching and Vision, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Minneapolis, MN

“The ESV Study Bible is the most important resource that has been given to the emerging generation of Bible students and teachers. The ESV Study Bible is the best. Period.”

Mark Driscoll, Preaching Pastor, Mars Hill Church, Seattle, WA; President of the Acts 29 Church Planting Network

“The definitive clarity and beauty of the ESV Study Bible is extraordinary. In a world where words are distorted to mean anything, it is wonderful to have complete confidence in the reliability and truth of the Bible—so clearly and persuasively demonstrated by this world-class team of Bible scholars and teachers. For everyone who wants to understand God’s word in a deeper way, the ESV Study Bible is an outstanding resource. I will be an avid user!”

Joni Eareckson Tada, Founder of the JAF International Disability Center, Agoura Hills, CA

“The ESV Study Bible is the finest study tool I have seen in fifty years of Bible teaching. The notes, articles, maps, and illustrations are all of the highest quality. It is a great achievement!”

Jerry Bridges, speaker, bestselling author of The Pursuit of Holiness

“Outstanding! The ESV Study Bible is a treasure—a beautiful volume, filled with a wealth of resources. It will be just as useful for the seminarian and long-time pastor as it will be accessible to the brand-new Christian.”

R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, Louisville, KY

“Like the ESV itself, this Study Bible sets a new standard in excellence. The craftsmanship invested in every page—from the insightful articles and informative notes to the crisp design and gorgeous illustrations—makes it an invaluable tool for students of God’s Word. As a pastor it’s my goal to get one into the hands of every member of my church.”

Joshua Harris, Senior Pastor, Covenant Life Church, Gaithersburg, MD

“Wow! Concise, lucid, enlightening—the ESV Study Bible is an amazing resource. With its textual fidelity, doctrinal substance, and artistic beauty, the ESV Study Bible will be an immense help to all who hunger for God-breathed Scripture. I wholeheartedly recommend this exceptional resource.”

Randy Alcorn, bestselling author of Heaven and Money, Possessions, and Eternity

“The ESV Study Bible is an invaluable and inexhaustible resource—for those who already know and treasure God’s Word, as well as for the new generation of Bible students who have yet to discover the wonder and wealth of Scripture. I especially love the way the notes and articles highlight the great redemptive story and ‘connect the dots’ between the various portions and themes of Scripture. Full of rich insight, scholarly yet accessible—I am deeply grateful for this magnificent work.”

Nancy Leigh DeMoss, author, host of Revive Our Hearts Radio

“The ESV Study Bible is a gift to God’s people everywhere. Building on the finest biblical text available, the study notes are solidly evangelical and totally practical. Every serious student, teacher, and communicator of the Bible will want a copy of this magnificent edition of God’s Word.”

Jack Graham, Pastor, Prestonwood Baptist Church, Plano, TX

“I can’t imagine a greater gift to the body of Christ than the ESV Study Bible. It is a potent combination indeed: the reliability and readability of the ESV translation, supplemented by the best of modern and faithful scholarship, packaged in an accessible and attractive format. A Christian could make no wiser investment for himself, a pastor could recommend no better resource for his congregation.”

C. J. Mahaney, President, Sovereign Grace Ministries, Gaithersburg, MD

“The stunning illustrations and full-color maps immediately set apart the ESV Study Bible. Not only are the graphics highly attractive, they reflect detailed accuracy and the most recent archaeological discoveries. The three-dimensional reconstructions bring the biblical cities and buildings to life, and with 200 in-text maps, the reader doesn’t need to reach for an atlas to see the biblical sites. With its first-rate translation, top-notch scholarly notes, and superior illustrations, the ESV Study Bible is in a class of its own.”

Todd Bolen, Associate Professor of Bible, The Master’s College, Santa Clarita, CA; Photographer, BiblePlaces.com

“I was privileged to act as General Editor of the English Standard Version, and now that I look back on what we did in producing that version, I find myself suspecting very strongly that this was the most important thing that I have ever done for the Kingdom, and that the product of our labors is perhaps the biggest milestone in Bible translation in certainly the last half century at least, and perhaps more. And now, as Theological Editor of the ESV Study Bible, I believe that the work we have done together on this project has set an altogether new standard in study Bibles.”

J. I. Packer, Professor of Theology, Regent College, Vancouver, Canada

“The ESV Study Bible is accessible, comprehensive, theologically sound, beautifully and helpfully formatted, chock full of maps, charts, well-chosen cross-references, and illustrations. I’m confident that it will be an instant and reliable help to growing Christians; high school, college, and seminary students; busy pastors; and Bible teachers. In short, the ESV Study Bible is an edifying, state-of-the-art resource that I highly recommend and will use with joy!”

Ligon Duncan, Senior Minister, First Presbyterian Church, Jackson, MS; President, Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals

“The ESV Study Bible is unparalleled in quality. Like the ESV text itself, the Study Bible notes, articles, and graphics set the standard for the 21st century.”

R. Kent Hughes, Senior Pastor Emeritus, College Church, Wheaton, IL

“The ESV Study Bible is a tour de force: innovative production, beautiful graphics, and notes by outstanding scholars packed with useful information.”

Mark Dever, Senior Pastor, Capitol Hill Baptist Church, Washington, DC

“I am thrilled with the ESV Study Bible, especially for what it will mean to many who have only recently discovered the life-giving power of God’s Word. If you are looking for an in-depth understanding of God’s Word, pick up the ESV Study Bible. It’s perfect for this new generation of Bible readers who are eager to learn.”

David Helm, Senior Pastor, Holy Trinity Church, Chicago, IL

“The ESV Study Bible provides an extraordinary collection of study tools and rich theological insights. It is a providential gift of our Lord that will impact not only this generation but generations to come. I cannot overstate its value for individual believers, the church, and Christian leaders.”

Harry L. Reeder III, Senior Pastor, Briarwood Presbyterian Church, Birmingham, AL; author of The Leadership Dynamic

“I believe the ESV Study Bible is the world’s best single-volume resource for reading, studying, and teaching the Bible. Produced by a team of leading evangelical scholars, the ESV Study Bible provides a wealth of theological, historical, grammatical, and archaeological information in the articles, book introductions, and verse-by-verse notes. Exceptional attention has also been given to producing new maps, charts, and visual illustrations of places in the Bible. The visual impact is stunning—with beautiful images that will draw readers back to the study Bible again and again, giving them a deeper understanding of the sites and settings of the Bible.”

Philip Ryken, Senior Minister, Tenth Presbyterian Church, Philadelphia, PA

“Created by Bible-believing scholars with great wisdom, vast knowledge, and deep faith; who vigorously apply mind and heart to what God’s Word says; based on one of the most beautiful Bible translations ever—the ESV Study Bible is extraordinary. What a great gift to the church! What a great tool for preachers! What a great resource to God’s people!”

Bryan Chapell, President, Covenant Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO

“Study Bibles have reached a new level of excellence with the publication of the ESV Study Bible—a marvelous resource for students of Holy Scripture. Produced by a top-flight team of scholars, it is the most instructive and attractive study Bible available today. The carefully generated maps and illustrations beautifully illuminate the thorough exegetical notes and informative thematic articles. I am enthusiastic about the ESV Study Bible!”

David S. Dockery, President, Union University, Jackson, TN

“The designers and contributors to the ESV Study Bible have put the ‘study’ back into ‘Study Bible.’ Not only is the English Standard Version proving to be a standard among modern translations, but the ESV Study Bible will prove to be a standard setter as well. I will most certainly use it and encourage the members of our local churches to do the same.”

Anthony J. Carter, Lead Pastor, East Post Church, East Point, GA

Blog Reactions

From what I can see, it looks beautiful. The design specs are impressive—and they apply to all editions, from the bottom to the top of the spectrum. Someone asked me recently why the ESV Study Bible has been so long in coming, and based on the details released now, I'd say the explanation is, they were determined to do it right. I'm looking forward to the release. I should also add that I'm impressed by the level of disclosure Crossway has provided. It's often difficult to get specifics about a Bible, particularly the unglamorous details of design and binding. Knowing in advance about font size, layout, paper quality and binding is a real pleasure.

J. Mark Bertrand

Not long from now the long awaited, years-in-the-making ESV Study Bible will be available. Many of the people involved with this project are people that I know and hold in the highest esteem. They are first rate scholars, writers, artists, and editors. I have no doubt that the arrival of this study Bible will be one of God’s great gifts to his church in the 21st century. Seriously.

Tullian Tchividjian

Despite the fact that all three of my kids are sick today… despite the fact that my property taxes next year will likely be as much as my current house payment… I am a bit jovial today. The ESV Study Bible Web site just went live - and man they are doing this thing right. Props to the moms and pops at Crossway and the team putting this together.

Reid S. Monaghan

I think this will become the Study Bible that I recommend to the people at my church as well as my friends and family…Can you tell that I’m VERY excited about this new Study Bible? I believe this will set the standard for Study Bibles in the next few decades. Many of us have waited a long time to hold this book in our hands, and it is clear the wait was well worth it!

John Botkin

As you know, I preach from the ESV because I believe it to have the best combination of readability and accuracy of any English translation of the Bible. This study Bible looks like it is going to be the best study Bible ever… The layout and typesetting is handsome, and the color maps and illustrations look gorgeous. I am looking forward to getting my hands on a copy. If you are thinking about buying a study Bible, hold off until October and check this one out!

Les Bollinger

…More importantly, in my opinion, is the high quality with which Crossway has planned into the production…. The ESV Study Bible will be available in 8 editions. Hardcover, two TruTone, two bonded leather, two genuine leather and a calfskin. Thats right, a calfskin edition right out of the starting gates!

Jesus DeSaenz

I was excited, therefore, to note that Crossway is producing an ESV Study Bible. Looks like a good volume from the preview on the website. Interestingly, purchasing the Bible gives online access to the entire volume.

Chuck Bumgardner

I have had different study bibles that I have appreciated, but I have never had one that I absolutely wanted to recommend. Now I do! It won’t be in bookstores until October, but the ESV Study Bible appears to be about as fine a study Bible as I could imagine.

John McLamb

A most dangerous Study Bible (review). Oh man. Introducing the new ESV Study Bible. And by dangerous, I mean AWESOME. As in, good.

Doug

…this critical publication will bear significantly upon… countless other churches and individuals in the years to come.

Michael L. Johnson

I'm really looking forward to the forthcoming ESV Study Bible which I have earmarked as my next Bible purchase.

Mark Heath

For about the last year, I’ve been pushing the English Standard Version of the Bible pretty hard. The ESV is available in about 120 different versions… The most interesting one, however, is the new ESV Study Bible that’s coming out in October 2008.

Ben Hutton

This new bible was done by some of the top rated scholars of our day, and it promises to be a tremendous resource to everyone.

Roger Servin

When I visited the new website late this morning I quickly realized that this new study Bible includes a great deal more than I had expected. If you're at all familiar with the latest and best biblical commentators you'll be delighted to see how many of them have been enlisted to contribute to this project…. WOW! and thank you Crossway Bibles!

Jason Button

If you haven't seen it yet, be sure to check out the ESV Study Bible due to come out soon. Check out the list of contributors. This will be one of the finest study Bibles ever. Period.

Todd Gwennap

The features and the translation of the ESVSB are incredible. Check out the website for yourself and you can see why I am so excited about this product. Now we can see the future, and the future is the ESV Study Bible, it will be the standard text for serious seekers of truth from God's Holy Word.

Sam

I cannot contain my slobbering excitement over this new release.

M.B. Redmond

If you're in the market for a study Bible, let me suggest you wait until October. Why? It looks like The ESV Study Bible (which comes out in October) is going to be better than anything out now - just judging from the list of contributors and the reviews it is getting.

Kaleo

Wow. You gotta admit it, this is a pretty impressive study Bible. Amongst the many names that caught my eye was David Black's, who has written an article for this publication entitled The Original Languages of the Bible: Greek. As you might recall, I've got his Greek grammar, which is top-notch.

Mike Knox

Pardon me while I wipe drool from my keyboard…I have nothing that comes close to the ESV Study Bible… So when October comes, I'll be getting a new Bible.

Chris Meirose

Although I love my current ESV, I may be tempted to upgrade. Well, in as much as you can be tempted to buy a Bible.

Shaun Tabatt

I’m going to be the first in line to get my hands on one of those ESV: Study Bibles. I’ll race you! :)

Dan Ko

I will be getting a copy, if not two, of the ESV Study Bible. I intend to use it. From what I can see, this may actually be a very helpful study Bible.

Christopher Taylor

As my preferred translation, this brightens my already bright mood.

Roger Mugs

From what I have read about it at the website, it seems that this will probably be the best study Bible on the market!… As for me, I will definitely get myself the ESV Study Bible. However, there is a downside to the ESV Study Bible… it will only be available October 2008!!

William Dicks

You can be sure that whatever the notes contain, they will be the focus of a lot of attention for years to come.

John F. Hobbins

Crossway recently announced it is coming out with an ESV Study Bible in Ocober. For most of you this won’t be a big deal, but I’m totally geeking out on this one.

Greg Qualls

My recommendation for this particular study Bible is because the team that put this together is one of the greatest scholarship teams to come along in quite some time. 

Brad Jones

I just wish we didn’t have to wait all the way until October to get our hands on this study Bible.  (Hey Crossway - are you listening?  We could write up a nice review for you for a few early copies! <grin>)

Jay Wingard

This looks like it will be the ideal study bible for scholar, preacher, and layman alike.

Jacob Davis