The Catholic Study Bible, 2nd Edition, New American Bible

Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.25 inches, thumb indexed.

Book Notes:
The Catholic Study Bible was a response to the call issued by the Second Vatican Council for biblical renewal in every aspect of Catholic life. This unique volume has been widely accepted for use by readers that have benefited from its wealth of background information on the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the Bible.

The Second Edition of this landmark resource has been significantly upgraded. The study notes have been completely rewritten, and there are new and expanded essays and sidebars on special topis in the study material and biblical text. Among the new material:

• Biblical History and Archaeology
• Catholic Interpretation of the Bible
• Challenges of Biblical Translation
• 1 & 2 Samuel Introductory Section
• 1 & 2 Kings Introductory Section
• Major Prophets, Baruch, and Lamentations Introductory Section
• Paul and his writings
• Index to study