This schools edition of the Bible uses the New International Version - the most accurate and readable translation available. With very clearly laid out text, this Bible is perfect for use in a classroom setting.
As well as the full text of the Bible, this edition also contains extra study material to help pupils tackle moral and ethical issues and get more out of reading the Bible. The Schools Bible also includes a guide to the Bible books, plus lists of key people and events. This edition uses anglicised text with British spelling, grammar and punctuation.
The New International Version of the Bible (NIV) was commissioned by the International Bible Society (IBS). Its mission is to reach out to people around the world with a faithful translation of God's word. The NIV was created by the Committee on Bible Translation (CBT), which is an independent body made up of renowned biblical linguists and scholars
The translators of the New International Version of the Bible were chosen from a wide range of denominations and various countries to form the Committee on Bible Translation, a working group overseen by the International Bible Society.
'A wonderful balance of accuracy and accessibility.'
Philip Yancey
'I warmly commend it.'
John Stott
'The Bible is the only reliable data we have about God. The NIV is a trusted Bible translation - it communicates clearly and relevantly to our world today.
I would encourage every Christian and every seeker to read this reliable translation daily and thoughtfully.'
Canon J. John