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NAS Electronic
Bible Library New American Standard Bible (NASB): Since its completion in 1971, the New American Standard Bible has been widely acclaimed as the most literally accurate translation from the original languages. Millions of people-students, scholars, and pastors, missionaries, congregations, and lay persons-all have trusted the NASB, learned from it, and applied it to the challenges of their daily lives. With the NASB, anyone can discover what the original text really says, word for word, because the NASB consistently follows the oldest and best manuscripts. In 1995 this literal word-for-word translation was updated continuing this commitment to accuracy while increasing clarity and readability. Vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure have been carefully updated for greater understanding and smoother reading. The NASB remains the most literally accurate Bible in the English language. NASB Cross References and Marginal Notes: The NASB contains extensive Cross References and Translators' Notes. Over 25,000 verses contain a Cross Reference to more than 44,000 words or phrases. These Cross References in turn make over 95,000 references to other verses in the NASB. Over 13,000 verses contain Translators’ Notes on over 18,000 words adding to the accuracy and clarity of the translation. Amplified Bible (AMP): This is a literal word-for-word translation that reveals shades of meaning and nuances in the original languages. Produced by The Lockman Foundation. La Biblia de las Américas (LBLA): This translation was completed in 1986 by The Lockman Foundation and is an original translation from the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek into modern Spanish. It is a literal word-for-word translation that is also easy to read. LBLA Cross References and Marginal Notes: LBLA contains extensive Cross References and Translators' Notes. Over 25,000 verses contain a Cross Reference to more than 43,000 words or phrases. These Cross References in turn make over 91,000 references to other verses in the NASB. Over 14,000 verses contain Translators' Notes on over 19,000 words adding to the accuracy and clarity of the translation. King James Version (KJV): The KJV version of the Bible was very accurate according to the manuscripts available at the time it was translated. Since the KJV there have been a number of earlier manuscripts discovered. The NASB is based on the earlier manuscripts and is considered by scholars the most literally accurate translation of the Bible. American Standard Bible (ASV) of 1901: This translation is the American counterpart of the KJV and was published in 1901. The ASV, a product of both British and American scholarship, has been highly regarded for its scholarship and accuracy. NAS Exhaustive Concordance with Hebrew-Aramaic and Greek Dictionaries: Based primarily on the Hebrew-English lexicon by Brown, Driver, and Briggs and the Greek lexicon by Bauer. It uses Strong’s numbering system. Each dictionary entry includes the transliteration, derivation, and abridged definition of the Hebrew or Greek word, with a unique option to view and search the English translation. NAS Topical Studies Index: Contains over 19,000 topics and sub-topics cross referenced to over 50,000 verses. Topics were researched and prepared by biblical scholars, and include contemporary topics relevant to today’s issues. It includes 130 annotated topics. Easton’s Bible Dictionary: Provides informative explanations of the history, people and customs of the Bible. The New Nave’s Topical Bible This best known and most comprehensive topical Bible contains over 20,000 topics and sub-topics with over 100,000 scripture references. Logos’ New Nave’s includes 260 new articles and more than 1,300 topics. It also features more than 1,500 modernizations of archaic English terms. Matthew Henry’s Concise Commentary: An eighteenth-century masterwork of learning and devotion. Matthew Henry (1662–1714) studied law at Gray’s Inn and was ordained a Presbyterian minister in 1687. He served churches in Chester and in Hackney, near London. He began writing his famous commentary in 1701. This concise edition makes a great reference and study tool. Logos Deluxe Map Set: This set contains more than 200 maps covering Biblical history. The maps are beautifully rendered 3D views of the landscapes with vivid, pop-up descriptions of Biblical events. The maps can be searched by Bible reference, place name, or person. Bible History: Old Testament—Edersheim A study written by one of the most respected Bible historians. An excellent resource for those who desire a knowledge of the historical context of the O.T. History of the Christian Church—Philip Schaff For nearly a century this work has been considered a standard reference of church history. Originally published in eight volumes with more than 7,000 pages, this new single volume electronic version contains the complete and unabridged 1910 third revision. For anyone who wishes to understand our common Christian heritage this book is essential. Institutes of the Christian Religion—John Calvin John Calvin is best known for his monumental Institutes of the Christian Religion written as a theological introduction to the Bible. After appearing in several editions beginning in 1536, Calvin’s Institutes was finally published in this authoritative edition of 1559. Commentary: Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible—Jamieson, Faussett and Brown. A work which has earned the reputation of being trustworthy, conservative, devout and practical. The comments are based on the original languages, and while not being overly technical, they are scholarly and insightful. |
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