The Book of Genesis (Ignatius Catholic Study Bible)

Large format, featuring large text size and additional margin space for personal annotations! The larger format enhances both individual and group study.

Based on the Revised Standard Version – Second Catholic Edition, this 14th volume in the preferred Bible study series leads readers through a penetrating study of the Book of Genesis the use of the biblical text itself and the Church’s own guidelines for understanding the Bible. Ample notes accompany each and every page, providing fresh insights and observation by renowned Bible scholars Scott Hahn and Curtis Mitch, in addition to time-tested interpretations from the Fathers of the Church. They provide rich historical, cultural, geographical or theological information pertinent to the Old Testament book—information that bridges the distance between the biblical world and our own.

The Ignatius Study Bible also includes Topical Essays, Word Studies and Charts. The Topical Essays explore the major themes of Genesis, steadily relating them to the teachings of the Church. The Word Studies give an explanation for the background to important Bible terms, whilst the Charts summarize an important biblical information “at a glance”.

Each page includes an easy-to-use Cross-Reference Section. Study Questions are provided for each and every chapter that can deepen your personal study of God’s Word. There could also be an introductory essay covering questions of authorship, date, destination, structure and themes. Also included is an outline of Genesis in addition to several maps.