This is a review of the NKJV Personal Size, Large Print, End-of-Verse Reference Bible with premium Goatskin Leather printed by Thomas Nelson Publishing.
I received this Bible for free as a member of the Bible Gateway Blogger Grid, in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. Thank you, Bible Gateway, for the opportunity and the Bible.
First impressions: 10 of 10
From the packaging to the cover, and overall feel of the Bible, I was impressed. It came in a strong, thick box to protect the Bible. That was obviously needed because when I received the Bible, the box had a dent in the upper right corner, but the Bible was unharmed. The wrapping inside the box was a nice touch as well. You feel like you are opening something of real value.
Cover: 10 of 10
Having two other leather-covered Bibles that I personally had done at no small charge, I immediately noticed how soft and supple the goatskin leather was. My other Bibles are of cowhide. One is much stiffer, not laying open and flat for easy reading, and the other is not finished nearly as well as the Premier Collection Goatskin cover. The Smyth-sewn, edge-lined construction and the raised spine hubs are marks of high-quality construction and add a nice touch to the overall feel of the Bible.
Paper: 9 of 10
Because I like to highlight and write in my Bibles, as many do, I am very particular about the paper used. I don’t like bleed-through, being able to see highlights and writing from the other side of the page. It is almost impossible to find a Bible with pages that completely eliminate this, but some Bibles are far better than others. This Bible is one of them.
I am not sure what Premium European Bible paper is, but I like it. It is thin but not transparent. It minimizes bleed-through as well as any quality Bible I have seen. The only Bibles I have ever seen that prevent bleed-through are cheap Bibles with thick, cheap, easy-to-tear paper. My hope is that one day someone will invent a strong thin paper with zero bleed-through and zero transparency.
That being said, this Bible has the best paper available in my opinion.
Comfort Print typeface: 9 of 10
I love large print because I read constantly. Although I would not consider 10.5 font size to be large print, it is comfortable to read and minimizes eye strain.
Words of Christ in red are always preferred and come standard with this Bible.
Size and Feel: 10 of 10
The perfect size for travel to and from Church. I will easily fit into most purses and is not too bulky or heavy. For me personally, it is the perfect size.
Cross References: 10 of 10
I am a real stickler for overdone study Bibles. I have many. I truly believe that the best study Bibles have little or no commentary and only cross-references to similar scriptures that reaffirm what you are reading. The cross-references are easily found at the end of the verse, not at the bottom or center of the page making referencing quicker and easier to find. Nice concordance in the back as well. Absolutely perfect.
Maps: 10 of 10
The maps are beautiful, in the back of the Bible, and are brightly colored and easy to read.
Overall Design and Construction: 10 of 10
A lot of thought went into putting this Bible together. Its quality is outstanding and is not overdone with meaningless “fluff.” This is perfect for serious Bible students as well as the casual reader. Many nice touches from the packaging, the goatskin cover, the gilded pages, and the extra silk ribbons make this Bible special. It is a home run.
Overall Impression: 10 of 10
This is a Legacy Bible. Something you may want to pass on to your children. It was obviously designed for those who have high standards and a love for reading the Bible. The Quality and design lend themselves to constant personal use as well as professional clergy. I love this Bible!
Overall Review: 9.8 of 10
The highest score I have ever given on any Bible review. Outstanding!
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