ESV Woman’s Study Bible

 

This ESV Woman's Study Bible TruTone® Deep Brown is gorgeous. A striking piece of artwork by artist Dana Tanamachi begins each Bible book. Additionally, her artwork appears randomly throughout the Bible pages. Additionally, Tanamachi's artwork can be found along the spine of the Bible.

Editors adapted material from both the bestselling ESV Study Bible and the ESV Woman's Devotional Bible. They crafted a Bible for women seeking a deeper study of God's Word. Just to be clear, the scripture itself was not edited or changed. Some of the material I am talking about:

• Articles on significant theological topics. 

• 523,000 words of study notes content

• 120 Bible character profiles

• Introductions and timelines for each Bible book

• Extensive Concordance

• Glossary with concise definitions of key terms

• More than 80 maps and illustrations throughout

• 80,000 cross-references

• Reflections on key passages 

With a list of over 350 Reflections categorized by Bible books readers can find topics by scanning the pages. 

In the book of Isaiah chapter 52:13-53:12 is a reflection entitled The Substitutionary Atoning Death of Christ written by Lee Tankersley. "How can a holy and just God cleanse and forgive a sinful people?" In our sinful condition, we can only find that answer in the work of Jesus Christ, and his death for sinners. These Old Testament verses in Isaiah give a clear picture of God's servant, Jesus. 

Written by Dan Doriani, The Alter of Incense is based on Exodus 30:1-10. The Old Testament altars needed to atone for sin were built according to strict rules, which were accessible by priests who made burnt offerings to atone for sins for the people. By Jesus' sacrifice, the Old Testament law of sacrifice and atonement was replaced. Throughout the New Testament, we are taught how to pray, read and proclaim God's Word, and above all how to focus on Christ's work. 

Ezekiel's purpose in writing this book was to restore God's glory before Israel. Israel who without shame rejected God before tribes and nations. I am in awe of Dana Tanamachi's artwork. In this picture, I see God's hope for a new heart and spirit for Israel. God gifts new hearts as his gracious gift. The Spirit produces a miraculous garden that is beautifully reflective of God's will.

Each Bible book includes an Introduction including:

• Timeline
• Author, Date, and Recipients
• Theme and Purpose
• Background
• Key Themes
• Outline
• Map

The below page illustrates:

• The Table for the Bread of the Presence
• The High Priest's Holy Garments
• The Altar of Incense
• The Golden Lampstand
• The Bronze Altar
• The Ark of the Covenant 

Here are three pieces of art by Danish artist Dana Tanamachi highlighting Bible verses.  

It's impossible not to fall in love with the I Peter Artistic Illumination. It looks like these sheep made their way through the thicket of trees into the light.

Study notes are written below the black line, with scripture at the top. Verse explanations are provided for individual verses or groups of verses. Not all verses have study notes. In the study notes, scripture is bolded in print. Explanations follow bolded scripture words or phrases. 

The ESV Woman's Study Bible is the perfect gift for any woman in your life. I am currently using the ESV Study Bible and absolutely love it! I could not imagine reading or studying scripture without it. I have five daughters, ages 27 to 15. One of my daughters started a Bible study this year and I thought the ESV Woman's Study Bible would be a valuable addition to her Bible study. My daughters currently use the ESV Thinline Bible, Brown Natural Leather, Flap with Strap. I found the ESV Woman's Study Bible TruTone® Deep Brown to be the perfect choice after looking at all the options. Special is the way to describe this Bible. This would be a wonderful gift under the tree this Christmas.

Disclaimer - I received this product in exchange for my honest thoughts.