REVIEW: CSB Single Column Personal Size in Saddle Genuine Leather

[@senennieves5958]

It is the perfect size bible to carry to church on Sunday Morning Church service.

[@joesbibles5636]

Hi Senen! I agree. Perfect size for carrying to church.

[@pattube]

A Holman Handcrafted Collection version of this Bible is slated to come out March 2024. I can’t wait. :)

[@joesbibles5636]

It's going to be a great edition for sure. Looking forward to it as well.

[@HenryPipes]

I have the older edition of this Bible, 2017 text rebound by Chips Bibles. It is so good. I like the CSB single column layout. You hit the nail on the head with the mention of letting and bold verse numbers.

[@joesbibles5636]

Me, too! The goatskin cover on that one is... not great...

[@llewellynbehrens8505]

The cover on this Bible is superb, in my humble opinion almost comparable to a more premium offering. The size of the Bible and layout are also great. The let down for me is the paper & font, however for the price it's worth it. Thanks for the review 🙂

[@joesbibles5636]

Interesting and thanks for the comment. Paper is not great but at this price point it's to be expected.

[@coltonyarbro]

Thanks for the review Joe. I have the older edition and it’s nice to see this updated version.

[@joesbibles5636]

You're welcome. According to Holman there's going to be a Holman Handcrafted version of this in 2024.

[@coltonyarbro]

@@joesbibles5636 that will be epic

[@markeggers3416]

Great Review! Holman makes a compact version of this in their synthetic leather and a Single Column Wide Margin in many different versions from synthetic leather to their Handcrafted collection. The pagination is the same on all of them. This one is probably my favorite CSB I own. (I own quite a few). It is my take to church Bible. Our Church uses CSB as it’s primary translation. I look forward to hearing your opinions as you read through the CSB.

[@joesbibles5636]

Thanks so much! It's good to know that all these edition have the same pagination and layout/content.

[@erichoehn8262]

I have this one. It is one of my favorites. I love the cover. I hope this leather makes it to the Handcrafted line

[@joesbibles5636]

It's looking to be one of my favorite BIBLES!

[@jazzmonk5670]

It’s done and coming, just hasn’t been released yet.

[@erichoehn8262]

They will also be releasing this text block in the Handcrafted line in November. The covers will be calfskin.

[@joesbibles5636]

I did see that recently. Excited for it!

[@glisellrivera449]

I have this one. I'm thinking about using it, along with a few other Bibles alongside the Bible Recap book for January. I haven't had a chance to use it yet.

[@joesbibles5636]

I love this text block! Flip through yours or spend a little time with it. It's great!

[@PinkFloyd28394]

Have never read/used a CSB bible. What is everyone’s input? Worth getting one?

[@pattube]

I'd rate the CSB like this: * Accuracy: 9/10 * Clarity: 9/10 * Naturalness: 9/10 * Elegance: 5/10 * Reading level: 7th grade For comparison, I'd rate the ESV like this: * Accuracy: 9/10 * Clarity: 7/10 * Naturalness: 5/10 * Elegance: 8/10 * Reading level: 10th grade Finally, the NIV (2011): * Accuracy: 8/10 * Clarity: 9/10 * Naturalness: 8/10 * Elegance: 6/10 * Reading level: 7th grade One more thing. Like most modern English translations, the CSB is largely based on the critical text for the NT. That said, I think the CSB might have a certain appeal to those who favor the majority text (KJV, NKJV) because the CSB's footnotes often include the majority text reading, more so than any other modern English translation, at least as far as I'm aware. I presume this is in part a nod to Arthur Farstad who initiated the CSB translation. Farstad was the former general editor for the NKJV and argued for the majority text but he passed away before the CSB was complete.

[@PinkFloyd28394]

@@pattube thanks I use the ESV, NIV, GNT, and NKJV. I have been using these 4 translations for many years. I am not very familiar with the CSB. I will have to see it I can run down a used copy.

[@joesbibles5636]

Thanks for the info!

[@sandersdca]

Pair this with a CSB Quentel in British tan ... almost a match set.

[@joesbibles5636]

Great idea!

[@WontonDisciple]

Great pick, Joe! Definitely one of the best CSBs...just not for me. Gutter margin is too small D:

[@joesbibles5636]

Fair enough! I actually didn't even pay attention to the gutter margin. I guess it didn't bother me at all. Hey, great job with your channel and thanks for the quick reference to me in one of your recent videos. You mentioned ME! Thanks, man.

[@WontonDisciple]

@@joesbibles5636 you're one of the bible reviewing greats on YT! Of course I'd mention you! I love your content, Joe, and I'm stoked to see your journey with the CSB.

[@reynaldogonzalez5919]

I want to read and join the reading plan

[@joesbibles5636]

Here's my email address: [e-mail]

[@TimHall1973]

Hey Joe, I can't join in your read through of the Bible this time around, but I would love to get your reading plan. How can I get you my email?

[@joesbibles5636]

I saw that you emailed me so let me email that plan to you.

[@anichofshi]

Hey can you send the reading plan to me please? 🙏🏼

[@joesbibles5636]

Sure. Can you email me [e-mail]

[@2Snakes]

The gutter on this bible is a dealbreaker.

[@joesbibles5636]

It could be but it loosens up over time.