#study bibles

The Ryrie Study Bible is one of the most influential study Bibles of the modern era. First published in 1978, it was created under the editorial leadership of Dr. Charles Caldwell Ryrie (1925–2016), a prominent evangelical theologian, professor, and prolific author. Known for his clear writing style and firm commitment to dispensational theology, Ryrie sought to provide readers with a study Bible…

For many Bible readers, choosing the right edition is more than a matter of aesthetics—it’s about finding a tool that supports a lifetime of study, devotion, and reflection. For me, that Bible is the Cambridge KJV Concord Wide Margin Reference Bible. Over time, I’ve discovered that this edition, and Cambridge Bibles in general, stand apart for their craftsmanship, usability, and commitment to…

The Scofield Reference Bible, first published in 1909 by Cyrus Ingerson Scofield, is one of the most influential study Bibles in modern Christian history. Known for its extensive commentary, cross-references, and dispensational framework, it has shaped evangelical theology for over a century. Its significance lies not only in its theological content but also in the way it revolutionized how…

For years, I’ve collected study Bibles. For a while, this was my hobby, but I recently acquired what I believe will probably be the last study Bible I ever buy, both because of the expense and because I doubt any will come out in my lifetime that I like better. As well as a collector, I am a compulsive Bible annotator. I anotate as a kind of religious discipline: In my office, with no…