Oxford Bibles Catalogue Including prayer books and reference resources

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1 Oxford Bibles Catalogue 2007 Including prayer books and reference resources

2 contents New Revised Standard Version 3 Authorized / King James Version 7 Revised English Bible / Specialist Study Bibles 8 Prayer and Liturgy 10 Bible Reference Works 12 Very Short Introductions 15 This catalogue lists all the Bibles and related books originated by Oxford University Press in the UK, together with a representative list of those published by OUP USA. For complete details of specialist bindings and editions available from OUP USA, contact Bibles Enquiries on , or bibles.uk@oup.com Church and School Bible Discounts Discounts are available on a selected range of Bibles and prayer books to enable churches, schools and some other organizations to purchase bulk quantities at reduced prices. Eligible books are marked * in this catalogue. For discount order details, contact Bible Enquiries, as above. Private Customer Orders To place an order contact Direct Sales Department, OUP Saxon Way West, Corby Northamptonshire, NN18 9ES Telephone: hour answerphone for credit card holders: Fax: bookorders.uk@oup.com Trade Orders To place an order contact tradeorders.uk@oup.com Trade Enquiries - Specialist Religious Bookshops, UK and Ireland To contact a rep or make an enquiry, contact CPR (Christian Publishers Representatives) 36 Causton Street London SW1P 4ST Telephone: Trade Enquiries - all other bookshops To contact a rep or make an enquiry, contact Sales Department Oxford University Press Great Clarendon Street Oxford OX2 6DP Telephone: Fax: Details are correct at time of going to press. Prices, specifications and availability may change without notice.

3 New Revised Standard Version New Revised Standard Version First published in 1989, the NRSV is widely noted for its faithfulness to the original manuscripts, its unbiased scholarship, and for the dignity and clarity of its language. It is in widespread use in numerous churches, colleges and schools; its scholarly background makes it the natural choice for anyone wishing to study the Bible in depth. In 1995 Oxford University Press introduced the anglicized edition of the text, with British English usage throughout, encompassing spelling, vocabulary, grammar, punctuation, and idiom. Popular Text Edition The classic edition for church, home, or study Attractive, hard wearing imitation leather over boards with dust jacket Clear, easy-to-read typeface Ideal as a pew Bible pagination matches Lectern Bibles (see page 5) Quantity purchase discounts available to churches and school 210x140mm, hardback, imitation leather boards, gilt blocking Without Apocrypha , With Apocrypha , actual text size The NRSV text is published courtesy of The National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA. New Testament Pocket Edition An elegant new edition of the New Testament Single-column design gives excellent legibility in this compact, pocket-sized book. Quantity purchase discounts available to churches and schools 165x105 mm, paperback , Quantity discounts available - see page 2 3

4 New Revised Standard Version actual text size 227x165mm, hardback Without Apocrypha , With Apocrypha , Our aim has been to make Scripture its own commentary a commentary that time can never supersede. Professor Bruce M. Metzger, Consultant Editor Cross-Reference Edition Consultant editors: Bruce M. Metzger and John Barton Managing editor: Martin H. Manser An essential Bible study tool for clergy, lay people, and students of all Christian traditions The first comprehensive reference Bible based on the NRSV Anglicized version Quantity purchase discounts available to churches and schools 100,000 cross-references all researched from first principles for this publication The cross references direct the reader to Verses containing the same phrase, word, or idea Quotations from other parts of the Bible Allusions to related theological ideas Parallel passages Direct references to events, places or people Compact Edition A sturdily produced, economically priced edition. Handy format with no dust jacket. 200x130mm, hardback Without Apocrypha , With Apocrypha , actual text size 4 Quantity discounts available - see page 2

5 New Revised Standard Version 305x230mm Without Apocrypha , With Apocrypha , x230mm Lectern Bibles Lectern bibles for all churches, schools and college chapels who use the Anglicized NRSV. Pagination matches the Popular Text edition (see page 3) Elegant, traditional design to enhance any church Burgundy rexine binding, bevelled boards, gilt edges and blocking Three ribbon markers Loose presentation page Available with bulk purchase discounts when ordered with pew Bibles actual text size 285x210mm, hardback The Book of Gospels A superbly produced Book of Gospels for use in the celebration of the Eucharist with full text of the four Gospels. Fine bound in red calfskin over boards Gold edging, with two ribbon markers High quality slipcase Clear single-column text and heavyweight cream paper giving maximum legibility Can be used with any lectionary Pocket Edition The NRSV (US edition) in a very compact format, ideal for carrying. 156x115mm, bonded leather, black With Apocrypha, , Without Apocrypha, , Quantity discounts available - see page 2 5

6 NRSV STUDY EDitions These editions use American spelling and grammar NEW 2007 AUGMENTED THIRD EDITION The New Oxford Annotated Bible Essential scholarship and guidance to the world of the Bible, with comment and explanation on every page. The Augmented Third Edition adds to the established reputation of this premier academic resource: New maps, charts, and diagrams further clarify information found in the Bible text Expanded section introductions Updated book introductions Annotations at the foot of the pages In-text background essays, charts, and maps A page number-keyed index of all the study materials in the volume Oxford s renowned Bible maps 227x165mm Augmented Edition, without Apocrypha , 25.99, May 2007 Augmented Edition, with Apocrypha , 26.99, May 2007 Third Edition (with Apocrypha) hardback, , The Access Bible An excellent introductory-level study Bible Includes commentary alongside the text Background articles and essays Maps and charts 225x160mm Without Apocrypha, paperback Without Apocrypha, hardback With Apocrypha, paperback , With Apocrypha, hardback The Concise Concordance to the NRSV Edited by John R. Kohlenberger As well as concordance entries, this book contains over 300 capsule biographies of significant biblical characters and an exhaustive index of over 600 of the most frequent phrases in the NRSV. 200x130mm, hardback Without Apocrypha , With Apocrypha , actual text size 6

7 Authorized / King James Version Bibles The Oxford Gift Bible A gift for any occasion, for young or old Gift-presented in an attractive card sleeve White imitation leather binding Silver top page edges Presentation certificates included authorized/king james Version The Authorized (King James) Bible is a valued part of our cultural heritage, and a living part of many people s lives. Attractive gift editions are published to mark life s special occasions. Study editions are also listed on page 8. The Oxford Christening Bible White imitation leather binding Full-colour gift sleeve Presentation certificate included 16 colour pictures Gilt page edges The Oxford Gift Bible 140x105mm , Oxford Presentation Bible Black genuine leather binding Full-colour gift sleeve Presentation certificate included The Oxford Christening Bible 140x105mm , The Little Oxford Bible A very small format Bible in a gift edition to suit every need Flexible imitation leather binding Coloured page edges, gilt blocking Includes presentation certificates 120x180mm, Blue: , Red: , Oxford Presentation Bible 140x105mm , Coronation Lectern Bible A large format traditional Lectern Bible, with Apocrypha Clear typeface ideal for public reading High quality opaque paper Black imitation leather binding Bevelled boards, gilt edges 300x235mm ,

8 REVISED ENGLISH BIBLE/specialist study bibles REVISED ENGLISH BIBLE Compact Text Edition An attractive edition of the REB, representing excellent value for money Top quality production: durable sewn binding 195x110mm, hardback Without Apocrypha With Apocrypha REVISED ENGLISH BIBLE The Oxford Study Bible The REB text with Apocrypha, plus page-by-page textual annotations, articles on the history, literary background, and cultural influences of the Bible an index to people, places, and themes in the Bible, and full-colour New Oxford Bible Maps pages, 227x152mm, paperback , NEW 2007 SECOND EDITION NEW AMERICAN BIBLE The Catholic Study Bible, Personal Study Edition The Catholic Study Bible contains a wealth of background information on the historical, literary, and theological dimensions of the Bible. Now this landmark resource has been significantly upgraded. Completely new study notes New and expanded background essays Extensive Reading Guide, leading the reader through the Bible text Helpful marginal references in the biblical text point to specific pages in the Reading Guide Complete lectionary readings 32 pages of authoritative full-colour maps 72-page concordance 2432 pages, 227x152mm, hardback , 26.99, May 2007 The Jewish Study Bible featuring The Jewish Publication Society TANAKH Translation Edited by Adele Berlin and Marc Zvi The Jewish Study Bible offers readers the fruits of various schools of Jewish traditions of biblical exegesis (rabbinic, medieval, mystical, etc.) and provides them with a wealth of ancillary materials that aid in bringing the ancient text to life. The nearly forty contributors to the work represent the cream of Jewish biblical scholarship from the world over. Complete TANAKH translation of the Bible text Section and book introductions deliver insights into the background, structure and meaning of the text Running commentary beside the biblical text provides in-depth theological interpretation of it, from the Jewish perspective Informative essays address a wide variety of topics relating to Judaism s use and interpretation of the Bible through the ages In-text tables, maps and charts Tables of weights and measures Glossary of technical terms Full-colour Oxford Bible Maps 2208 pages; maps, diagrams; 227x152mm Paperback, , Hardback, , Quantity discounts available - see page 2

9 specialist study bibles The Contemporary Parallel New Testament 1940 pages, 227x152mm, hardback , The Contemporary Parallel Bible, NKJV/NIV New King James Version New International Version New International Version New Living Translation New King James Version The Message King James Version New American Standard Bible (Updated) New Century Bible Contemporary English Version Scofield Study Bibles Bible texts annotated with C. I. Scofield s renowned study notes, book introductions, and cross-references. The Third Edition Bibles augment the original 1917 notes with more modern additional material. NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION TEXT The Scofield Study Bible III Hardback , Bonded leather, black , Bonded leather, black, with thumb index , KING JAMES VERSION TEXT The Scofield Study Bible III Hardback , Bonded leather, black , NEW KING JAMES VERSION TEXT The Scofield Study Bible III Bonded leather, black , pages, 227x152mm, hardback , The Parallel Apocrypha Greek Douay-Rheims King James Version New Revised Standard Version New American Bible New Jerusalem Bible Today s English Version The Holy Bible by Ronald Knox Also includes essays on the content and character of the Apocrypha, and on the role of the Apocrypha in Judaism and Christian traditions pages; 227x152mm, hardback , NEW AMERICAN STANDARD BIBLE TEXT The Scofield Study Bible III Hardback , Bonded leather, black , KING JAMES VERSION TEXT The Old Scofield Study Bible Classic Edition Bonded leather, black , Bonded leather, black, with thumb index ,

10 PRAYER & Liturgy NEW 2007 The Divine Hours Pocket Edition A handy pocket edition of Phyllis Tickle s celebrated Divine Hours, perfect for prayer and reflection on the move. Comprises of one full week of fixed-hour prayers or offices based on the Benedictine rule of prayer Each office contains the Call to Prayer, the Request for Presence, the Greeting, the Reading, the Gloria, the Psalm, the Small Verse,the Lord s Prayer, the Petition, and the Final Thanksgiving 176 pages, 178 x 126 mm, hardback, July , 9.99 NEW 2007 The Night Offices Prayers for the Hours from Sunset to Sunrise Edited and written by Phyllis Tickle Phyllis Tickle s acclaimed Divine Hours books re-cast the sixth-century Benedictine Rule of fixed-hour prayer in modern-day form. Her latest book, The Night Offices presents prayers, psalms, poetry, and scripture for daily use in the three offices of Lauds, Prime, and Matins. Three different Offices for each day of the week, and for each month: 12 Mondays, 12 Tuesdays, etc. 252 Offices in all Beautifully presented, with ribbon marker. 464 pages, 210x140mm, hardback, February , Daily Prayer Edited by Frank Topping A valuable resource for personal prayer or public worship. Daily Prayer includes familiar and new prayers, meditations, prayers from scripture, collects from the lectionaries of different denominations, and extracts from spiritual classics. Almost 1,000 prayers arranged by day and by theme Prayers and collects for every Sunday in the church s year Drawn from a wide range of Christian traditions around the world A contemporary feel in language, sources, and subject matter Based on the classic collection by Eric Milner-White and G.W. Briggs 300 pages, 234mmx156mm, hardback , Also see Love s Redeeming Work, page 14 10

11 PRAYER & Liturgy Book of Common Prayer, Pew Edition The classic 1662 prayer book in a durable binding Black imitation leather boards Coloured page edges, and gilt blocking Quantity discounts available on bulk purchase 135x85mm , 9.99 NEW 2006 The Oxford Guide to The Book of Common Prayer A Worldwide Survey Edited by Charles Hefling and Cynthia Shattuck I cannot think of a better and more comprehensive resource than this collection of expert discussions in helping us learn more of what Anglicanism has given to the literary heritage of Christianity and culture alike. From the Foreword by the Most Reverend Rowan Williams, Archbishop of Canterbury The first comprehensive study of the history, development, and influence of the Book of Common Prayer and all its descendants throughout the world. The Guide describes the development of indigenous Prayer Books in Africa, the nations of the Pacific, Asia, North and South America, and Europe. 630 pages, halftones and line drawings, hardback , actual text size NEW EDITION The US Book of Common Prayer The official BCP of the USA from 1928 to This attractive edition includes a slip-case, a presentation page, two ribbon markers, and certificates for the rites of Baptism, Confirmation, and Marriage. 178x140mm, burgundy bonded leather over boards, boxed , 23.99, May 2007 Quantity discounts available - see page 2 11

12 Bible reference works NEW 2007 FOURTH EDITION The Oxford Bible Atlas Edited by Adrian Curtis, Senior Lecturer in Hebrew Bible at the University of Manchester The Oxford Bible Atlas is an acclaimed reference work, with over 150,000 copies in print. Now, in this major revision, it becomes an even more indispensable resource for all who study the Bible. The latest scholarship The Atlas has been comprehensively updated, in the light of the latest scholarship and archaeological discoveries Superb colour illustrations Now illustrated in colour throughout, the Atlas has over one hundred illustrations, including exclusively commissioned maps, photographs of the locations, three-dimensional mapping, and satellite photographs. 224 pages, hardback, 276x219mm full-colour throughout , 19.99, March 2007 A complete guide to the geography, history, and archaeology of the Bible lands The authoritative text describes the land of Palestine, and its wider ancient Near Eastern and east Mediterranaean settings. It outlines the successive historical periods of the Bible, and describes the major civilizations with which Israelites, Jews, and early Christians came into contact. There is also an illustrated survey of the relevance of archaeology for the study of the Bible. 12

13 Bible reference works NEW IN PAPERBACK 2007 The Oxford Bible Commentary Edited by John Barton and John Muddiman An essential reference work, this definitive book provides students, ministers, and general readers with an authoritative non-denominational commentary on the whole Bible all the books considered scriptural by Christians and Jews and a number of non-biblical writings. Written by a team of over seventy leading international scholars from various religious backgrounds, this upto-date single-volume commentary is equally valuable to Christians, Jews, and members of other religions. Complete verse-by-verse commentary on every book of the Bible Written by a team of 70 scholars Non-denominational, ecumenical scholarship For all readers expert and novice Can be read with any modern version of the Bible Covers the Bible in its entirety 1488 pages, paperback, 245x189mm, 11 maps , 25.00, January 2007 Hardback, , Easily the best one-volume commentary available. The Reader A milestone in biblical scholarship.enormously helpful. Expository Times The Oxford Companion to the Bible Edited by Bruce M. Metzger and Michael D. Coogan An authoritative one-volume reference to the people, places, events, books, institutions, religious belief, and influence of the Bible. Written by more than 250 scholars from some 20 nations and embracing a wide variety of perspectives, the Companion offers over seven hundred informative entries. 902 pages, 14 colour maps, hardback REVISED EDITION A Dictionary of the Bible Edited by W. R. F. Browning With over 2000 entries ranging from earthquakes and mice to feminism and the Dead Sea Scrolls, the dictionary is a lively and absorbing reference work for all readers of the Bible. As well as providing helpful information about important places and personalities, it is particularly concerned to expound the themes and doctrines of the Bible and to indicate their status in the light of modern scholarship , pages, paperback ,

14 reference The Oxford History of Christianity Edited by John McManners I know of no other book on this subject which is so wide in coverage and penetration. Financial Times NEW REVISED EDITION The Concise Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church Edited by E. A. Livingstone an astonishing achievement... indispensable, abundant, and compulsively readable. The Times Over 5,000 entries provide full coverage of theology, patristic scholarship, churches and denominations, the church calendar and organization, and the Bible, as well as entries on theologians, philosophers, painters, musicians, and writers of religious works. NEW 2006 The Oxford History of Christian Worship Edited by Geoffrey Wainwright and Karen B. Westerfield Tucker A comprehensive history of the origins and development of Christian worship to the present day. An international team of contributors examines the liturgical traditions of Orthodox, Catholic, and Protestant, and Pentecostal traditions throughout history and across the world. 672 pages, paperback , pages, 10 maps, paperback , pages, 31 colour plates, 190 halftones, hardback , Love s Redeeming Work The Anglican Quest for Holiness Edited by Geoffrey Rowell, Kenneth Stevenson, and Rowan Williams There is an immensely rich tradition of writing from the Anglican tradition that has helped to form the spirituality and theology of the contemporary church. This major work draws together the writings of most of the major writers from the sixteenth century to the present day. 824 pages, paperback , See also, The Oxford Guide to The Book of Common Prayer, page 11 14

15 very short introductions Very Short Introductions A series of over 150 pithy and informed guides, covering a very wide range of subjects. For full details, go to Anglicanism Mark Chapman , 6.99 Augustine Henry Chadwick , 6.99 Buddha Michael Carrithers , 6.99 Buddhism Damien Keown , 6.99 Buddhist Ethics Damien Keown , 6.99 Christianity Linda Woodhead , 6.99 Hinduism Kim Knott , 6.99 Islam Malise Ruthven , 6.99 Judaism Norman Solomon , 6.99 Kierkegaard Patrick Gardiner , 6.99 Paul E. P. Sanders , 6.99 Sikhism Eleanor Nesbitt , 6.99 The Bible John Riches , 6.99 The Koran Michael Cook , 6.99 Theology David F. Ford , 6.99 Theology Books For details of OUP s extensive range of academic theology books, contact Bibles Enquiries or visit humanities/religion Hymn Books and Music Resources Oxford University Press is one of the largest and most respected music publishers in the world, with over 1,000 publications for choirs. Organists will probably all own a number of Oxford s indispensable anthologies, and our hymnbooks are used in churches across the globe and are well-loved by congregations of all types. For catalogues and information on OUP s music publishing: Telephone: music.enquiry.uk@oup.com 15