As women, we rely on our Bible as Christians to be a lamp unto our path, guiding us in daily life. God speaks to each one of us through scripture contained between the covers of a Bible.
A Bible is a very personal thing, so when it comes to choosing one, we must be careful to select an easy to understand Bible. Some of us have interactive Bibles with journaling or note areas where we write down or draw things that come to mind. Others may prefer something traditional and basic in design and features.
What is a women’s study Bible? Bibles for women are beautifully designed to reflect a feminine appeal. They also feature articles, essays, and devotionals that inspire women. Ladies, we have a few Bibles that we wholeheartedly recommend. Don’t let Bible shopping inundate you and weigh you down with confusion. Pretty Bibles are attractive, but let’s look at a few things to find that perfect bible.
We are to read our Bibles to not only seek God’s instruction
but to nourish our souls with spiritual food from His Word.
“…he who seeks finds.” – Matthew 7:8
“Your Word is a lamp to my feet, and a light unto my path.” – Psalms 119:105
“…man shall not live by bread alone but by the Word of God.” Matthew 4:4
Most Common Types Of Bibles
Why are there so many different kinds of Bibles? Bibles are classified as one of the 50 different versions. A “version” is revised writings (manuscripts) of the Bible, written a long time ago in an English dialect that we may find it very difficult to understand and interpret today. Each “version” differs in translation.
Common Versions
- AMP (Amplified Bible)
- KJV (King James Bible)
- NAB (New American Bible)
- NASB (New American Standard Bible)
- ESV (English Standard Version)
- NLT (New Living Translation)
- NIV (New International Version)
- NASB (New American Standard Bible)
- NJKV (New King James Version)
- HCSB (Holman Christian Standard Bible)
- NRSV (New Revised Standard Bible)
- TLB (The Living Bible)
- GNT (Good News Bible)
Equivalences
When translations were written, there were three different linguistic styles (equivalences) used. This is careful to pay attention to because the translation of the true scriptural meaning can be lost when paraphrasing is used.
Formal
- Recommended for those seeking pure form scripture.
- A literal, word-for-word translation that provides readers with exact scriptural meaning.
- ESV, KJV, NASB, AMP, NKJV
Dynamic
- Recommended as a beginner Bible or for those who want an easier form of scripture.
- Thought-for-thought translation that conveys the overall meaning of scripture.
- HCSB, NAV, NIV, NRSV
Optimal
- A mixture of formal and dynamic equivalences. Paraphrasing may alter the true meaning of scripture.
- NLT, GNT, TLV
Bible Features
Bibles are enhanced with various features that make it more personal and reflects your personality.
Overall Appearance and Quality
Women’s Bibles now feature beautiful colors and designs on the cover. The days of plain leather are gone. Crafty women are even hand-painting the plain covers of their Bible creating beautiful artwork.
Study Features
Reading your Bible is much more than reading a passage or two. If you do Bible studies, having a Bible with research resources provides you with a much more enhanced study experience. Having these resources makes it easier to interpret and apply scripture.
Visuals
The child in us comes out when reading books, including the Bible. Visuals and illustrations help us to become more immersed in our reading and understanding of scripture. It helps us to place ourselves in the shoes of Biblical characters as we peruse maps and charts.
Our Recommendations: Bibles For Women
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There are many Bibles that we would like to recommend. However, we have four specific Bibles for women that stand out that we want to share with you.
“Everyday Matters Bible For Women” – NLT
- Used Book in Good Condition
- Hardcover Book
- English (Publication Language)
- 1602 Pages - 09/17/2012 (Publication Date) - Hendrickson Bibles (Publisher)
Contributing Feature Authors: Kay Warren, Priscilla Shirer, Elisa Morgan, Nancy & John Ortberg, Richard Foster, Liz Curtis Higgs, and Lauren Winner.
Features
- Beautiful turquoise cover with pink orchids.
- Full color throughout
- Hardcover or softcover
- Contributing authors include a list of well-known Christian leaders who share articles and features.
- Introductions to each book
- Ribbon bookmark
- Normal size font: 9 pt.
- Dimensions: 9.13” x 6.25” x 1.75”
- 1603 pages
- Binding: glued
- Index of Spiritual Practices
“CSB She Reads Truth Bible”
- Hardcover Book
- Myers, Raechel (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 2226 Pages - 04/15/2017 (Publication Date) - Holman Bible Publishers (Publisher)
Features
- Lovely gray linen cover
- Full color throughout
- Hardcover
- 183 devotionals
- Introductions to each book
- Ribbon bookmark
- Smaller size font: 8.5 pt.
- Dimensions: 6.13” x 1.13” x 8.5”
- 2,226 pages
- Colored visuals; designs, timelines, charts, maps
- Single-column format
- Margins (wide) for journaling/notes
- Index (topical)
“The Bible In 52 Weeks: A Yearlong Bible Study For Women”
- Amazon Kindle Edition
- Moore, Dr Kimberly D (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 210 Pages - 01/28/2020 (Publication Date) - Rockridge Press (Publisher)
(Bible Study: Adjunctive Reading With A Bible)
Features
- Charming gardening theme featuring a woman on the cover
- Full color throughout; color theme with terra cotta, green, brown, white, gray
- Hardcover or spiral
- Use with your Bible for themed readings and studies.
- 210 pages
“The Women’s Study Bible: Receiving God’s Truth for Balance, Hope, and Transformation” – NIV
- Hardcover Book
- Thomas Nelson (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 2080 Pages - 01/23/2018 (Publication Date) - Thomas Nelson (Publisher)
Features
- Beautiful denim blue cover with a floral background
- Full color throughout
- Hardcover
- Ribbon bookmark
- Bibliographies of women of the Bible
- Verse by verse study notes
- 300 topic articles (in-text) for relevant issues
- Essays by women
- Introduction with outlines to each book
- Colored visuals; maps, charts, timelines, family trees
- Index (topical)
- Concordance
- Easy to read size font: 10.5 pt.
- Dimensions: 6.75” x 2” x 9.5”
- 2,080 pages
- Binding: stitched
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God.” 2 Timothy 3:16
Getting A Bible That Fits You Like A Glove
Not sure where to buy Bibles? Christian bookstores are a perfect place to start. You need to go in person to look at them and “try them on” by opening them up and looking through them. It helps you have narrowed down a list of those that interest you.
We hope that the information we have given you and our recommendations help to point you in the right direction.
Lastly, before purchasing your Bible, don’t forget to ask God to give you wisdom in selecting a Bible. He will reveal the right one that fits you like a glove!
