CEB daily companion bible

The Common English Daily Companion Bible is a fresh way for adults to study the Bible. Featuring the complete text of the Common English Bible translation, 260 scripture readings with devotional commentary—five for each week of the year, space for personal reflection, and an easy-to-use thematic index, the Common English Daily Companion Bible helps you discover biblical truths and apply them to your life.

This versatile, two-part format—reading selections in the front followed by the full Common English Bible text—allows readers to follow a traditional year-long Bible reading plan or study topics pertinent to their lives. This unique approach to daily Bible reading will allow you to gain fresh perspective from the Common English Daily Companion Bible for years to come. Also includes 8 pages of full-color maps from National Geographic.

Features

* 260 scripture reading selections with brief insights on relevant life themes
* Space for personal reflection
* Topical index
* Study and reading helps
* In-text subject headings
* Two-column setting with black letter text
* 8 pages of full-color maps exclusively from National Geographic
* Ribbon marker
* Presentation page
* 9-point type
* format 8.50" x 5.50" x 1.00"

The Background of the Common English Bible

The Common English Bible is not simply a revision or update of an existing translation. It is a bold new translation designed to meet the needs of Christians as they work to build a strong and meaningful relationship with God through Jesus Christ.

A key goal of the translation team was to make the Bible accessible to a broad range of people; it's written at a comfortable level for over half of all English readers. As the translators did their work, reading specialists working with seventy-seven reading groups from more than a dozen denominations review the texts to ensure a smooth and natural reading experience. Easy readability can enhance church worship and participation, and personal Bible study. It also encourages children and youth to discover the Bible for themselves, perhaps for the very first time.

Who Is It For?

The Common English Bible is committed to the whole church of Jesus Christ. To achieve this, the CEB represents the work of a diverse team with broad scholarship, including the work of over one hundred and twenty scholars—men and women from twenty-four faith traditions in American, African, Asian, European and Latino communities. As a result, the English translation of ancient words has an uncommon relevance for a broad audience of Bible readers—from children to scholars.

Who Sponsored the Common English Bible?

The Common English Bible is a distinct new imprint and brand for Bibles and reference products about the Bible. The translators and editors that worked on the Bible are from various denominations and locations around the world. Publishing and marketing offices are located in Nashville, Tennessee. The CEB translation was funded by the Church Resources Development Corp, which allows for cooperation among denominational publishers in the development and distribution of Bibles, curriculum, and worship materials. The Common English Bible Committee meets periodically and consists of denominational publishers from the following denominations: Disciples of Christ (Chalice Press); Presbyterian Church U.S.A. (Westminster John Knox Press); Episcopal Church (Church Publishing Inc); United Church of Christ (Pilgrim Press); and United Methodist Church (Abingdon Press). Abingdon Press is the sales distribution partner for the CEB.