Espresso

I’ve heard a lot of questionable stuff about this Bible. I’ve heard even more questionable stuff on out its main translator, but I just don’t see why. It’s really just an easy to read, almost novel-like version of the Bible. It has an explanation in the beginning explaining why it’s not exactly word for word; it has great explanations and commentary to help the reader understand the verse and the translations; it encourages readers to compare with other translations; and it has all “added for context, explanation, or better understanding” words in italics so if your skeptical about anything, you’ll know whether it’s added context. I love it. It’s helped me to read the Bible so much more than I ever have before and it’s strengthened my relationship with God so much because I can not only understand what I’m reading better, but I can understand it AS I read it. Previously, it used to take hours of questions, researching, studying, and learning the history and context of even the simplest verses. I still research and make sure I truly understand what I’m reading, but this has just made it so much easier and also made it possible for me to not have to make an Olympic sport out of reading my bible every time I go to read it.

I have been enjoying the thoughts found in this translation. I use the King James Version for most of my study but this version opens thought to new ideas on the familiar verses. For example, I John 3:1 - KJ: "Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God:" Passion: "Look with wonder at the depth of the Father's marvelous love that he has lavished on us! He has called us and made us his very own beloved children". The Expresso binding is tight. The pages: you can see through where the white, non-typing is on one page and not the back page. Where typing is on both front and back pages there is no problem. The thinness of the pages is good for reading but probably not good for writing notes in the margins. The type is clear and easy to read. The font is small and you will need to use glasses if reading in the middle of the night with low light. I use this as a research Bible so I am not reading it chapter by chapter, therefore, the font is ok. I looked at other stores to buy this book but Amazon had the least expensive price, which I appreciate. I'm very pleased with this Passion translation.

If that word "intimate" scares you, or if you get a worldly image in your mind then you are missing out on what God intended. He gave us Jesus so that we could walk in divine intimacy with Him. After all, we are one with Him. If you are after a closer relationship with Him through Jesus and by the Holy Spirit, then this translation will help you get there. Forget the naysayers unless you are just after religion. But if relationship is what you want, then this translation is one of the best out there. Take for example, Psalm 139:5 "You've gone into my future to prepare the way, and in kindness you follow behind me to spare me from the harm of my past." WOW! Thank you Lord! What a GREAT God I have and that I get to be friends with. He IS my friend, but also my Lord and Savior. Look at Colossians 1:19,20 "For God is satisfied to have all His fullness dwelling in Christ. And by the blood of his cross, everything in heaven and earth is brought back to himself--back to its original intent, restored to innocence again! " Amazing what He did for us! Back to His original intent! And one more, Romans 5:1 "Our faith in Jesus transfers God's righteousness to us and he now declares us flawless in his eyes. This means we can now enjoy true and lasting peace with God, all because of what our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One , has done for us. " That makes me want to give glory to Jesus! What a great translation! I love how the author realizes and states "There is no such thing as a truly literal translation of the Bible, for there is not an equivalent language that perfectly conveys the meaning of the biblical text. It must be understood in its original cultural and linguistic settings. This problem is best addressed when we seek to transfer meaning, not merely words, from the original text to the receptor language." Go for it! It will only bring you closer to the One who LOVES you the most. Allow Him to lavish you with love, and then you'll be able to lavish others, undeserving like yourself, with love.

What a powerful Book !!!!!!!!!!! You will take many notes and re read this again and again ! The Anointing is in every page !

I use this only for a comparison with my other Bibles. It is easily to understand making it great for everyday use. Especially if your have trouble to understand the other versions.

Very nice translation! Pretty cover, good compact size. Very happy with purchase, shipped quickly nicely packaged!

Per approfondire la Bibbia è ottima.

Translation that changed my life forever. So gratefull to dr Brian Simmons and team but kost of all to God the Father for loving us so indescribably. This Passion Translation helps to see with your heart, not just headknowledge.

It’s written with the power of the Holy Spirit It literally speaks to you when you read it with all of your heart. It’s one of the most powerful versions we have ever come across.

I already had the paperback books, but I wanted to buy the full set in one book for my kindle, which is so much easier to take to bible study. It gives a fresh, new understanding of the love of God and enlightens most believers who are open to richer way of speaking, other than the old English language. Brian has a good understand of the Hebrews and their culture. He reveals background concordance information not printed in the bible.

This version is very understandable and readable. I have found it making me readdress my conventional thinking acquired over the years. It is so difficult to satisfy every reader, especially those with set preferences, but this version certainly would help those who prefer to stick to one version to see a new light. It is very readable and great for adding to understanding where a literal translation is hard to follow. At times this version, as part of its translation/rendering, can give additional words to explain a difficult Greek word. The translating dilemma is often supplemented along with informative footnotes. All translators have to fall for what they see as the "correct" or preferred translation of a word or term, especially in the light of recent research. To use this in a discussion asserting "the Bible says" and quote this lovely version to make a point still has to be returned with the question "and what did the Author say?" For those who can't read the Greek, this is a useful version to include in general Bible study. It provides a most enjoyable and relaxing read.