A highly-accurate word-for-word Bible translation, drawing on the classic tradition of the Revised Standard Version with Dr JI Packer as General Editor. Includes centre-column cross-references and concordance.

The English Standard Version is a completely new translation based on the Revised Standard Version, so that wherever possible it ties in with the traditional and literary forms of words revered down the ages. The translation work has been done by an international team of evangelical scholars concerned only to make it as accurate as possible.

So at the same time, its language is entirely up to date and all the latest advances in scholarly thinking have been incorporated. This Bible is essential for anyone who cares about accuracy of translation but doesn't want to compromise on readability.

With centre column cross-references as well as a concordance, this first edition of the new English Standard Version Bible is ideal for serious study or devotional reading.