The 1560 Geneva Bible in Black Genuine Leather

[@RGrantJones]

If you're interested, this unique Bible is available at Christian Book Distributors: www.christianbook.com/1560-edition-genuine-leather-protestant-reformation/9781598562132/pd/562132?event=AAI . They sell the hardback as well. (No, to my knowledge I own no stock in either CBD or Hendrickson!)

[@williamjhunter5714]

Yeah I bought my leather version from Christian Bookstore and they even personalised the cover with my name and baptism location in gold for a small fee. Thanks for your detailed reviews Grant.

[@wadealley74]

It’s not available anymore

[@wadealley74]

@@williamjhunter5714 do you have a website?

[@SpirituallyRefined]

It’s no longer available, is there somewhere else that sells the soft leather version? All I seem to find is hardcover.

[@wadealley74]

@@SpirituallyRefined I got a hard back for my birthday from eBay

[@DanFree7]

the greatest treasure of the 1560 Bible are the commentaries ;)

[@scottbenzing1361]

Thank you for taking the time to give us a sneak peak into your new Bible. I am looking at getting that same edition, so I appreciate your work to create this content.

[@RGrantJones]

You're welcome. If you decide to get it, I hope you enjoy your copy as much as I do mine. I think Hendrickson did a very good job with this one.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Consider: Counterfeit Bibled Geneva, NKJV and false KJB bibles. Yes they do print false ones.

[@scottbenzing1361]

@@judyswiderski2682 can you list a counterfeit that you know of?

[@brendakauffman2222]

@@RGrantJones They did a good job, I got the hardback of this.

[@misskim2058]

This version is lovely. I’ve been looking for a Geneva Bible *app* that retains the original spelling. I had one, I loved it, I had all my notes in it. Then my phone crashed. That’s when I realized how much I referred to it, it was front and center on the home screen, dear to my heart. And when I went to get the app again, even though I had lost all my notes… The one I had is not available, although there is one using the same icon, though from a different developer than the one I had, or so it seems. Some things are the same, some things are different. My version had many fonts to choose from, which was wonderful. It had more little adjustable details, such as letter and line height and spacing, but most importantly, it retained the original spelling, and the fonts held to the original forms of certain letters as well. When I saw the same icon, for a moment, I thought I had found it. But no, I was mistaken. Although the page layout is the same, it is a stripped down, bare-bones, modernized version than what I had. Heartbreaking. There are a handful of Geneva Bible apps…but they all are “modernized”. What’s the point of a modernized Geneva Bible? Don’t we have enough “modernized“ Bibles? They all have “fixed“ the spelling. I do not want it “fixed”. I want it exactly as-is, like it is here. Not everyone wants things dumbed-down for them. It’s been a vexing situation to try to find an app in the original spelling. I just want the one that was on my phone that died. It was perfect. I’m looking for some rogue app, because app stores and large market places only have the stripped down, modernized Geneva Bible. I have a flash drive with wonderful old Bibles on it, including the Geneva, but I like having one that I can read on my phone, wherever I am, at anytime. I also use it to compare, and see how far some have drifted away when they go quoting the Bible from modern translations. I prefer KJV or earlier, and I’m really fond of the Geneva in particular. I am still on the lookout for an app where I can just go right to a particular book, and keep some notes as well. And I would love an early Bible…one with no verses, to read the scriptures as they were originally written. It does change the flow, and sometimes it’s really important. Sometimes they really chop it up to make a verse, in weird spots that I don’t particularly like. Even in mid-sentence, for example. I wouldn’t mind reading it as it was, just with the original flow. I don’t know how it was in Hebrew and Aramaic, (and Greek and Hebrew for the NT), if they made paragraphs and chapters, or if they just wrote all the way through a book or letter, but I don’t mind just reading it the way the scribes would have done… in our language. Clearly, we don’t read right to left as they did and do, and so forth.

[@njiomonansichristianfreder6374]

Have you managed to find an adequate app ?

[@mountaineer7435]

I have been looking at that one on the Internet. Since, you showed it. I now know that's exactly what I've been wanting! Thanks brother! Six years later it's 175.00 now!

[@joeymac6970]

The question is not which reading one believes to be easier or clearer according to their own understanding, but rather which has the correct reading regardless....

[@joeymac6970]

@Eremias Ranwolf I fail to see how my comment would lead anyone to believe i have misconceptions.

[@joeymac6970]

@Eremias Ranwolf From your comment it is apparent that we have different views about the scriptures, so we are coming from different places. Safe to say however that I already understand what you are trying to tell me. Cheers.

[@joeymac6970]

@@nojustno1216 Yes and reading your words I know where you’re going too. It is into the land of Bible rejecting apostasy where you’re your own authority and pick what you “prefer” It’s called faith. Were you there at the resurrection? *yawn*

[@yeshualionofjudah7107]

I've done the research, Geneva Bible is more accurate.

[@joeymac6970]

@@yeshualionofjudah7107 Incorrect.

[@chrismuller6563]

Thank you so much for your time in putting together such an informative and soothing review of this bible. Your intelligence shines through in your syntax and word usage combined with your eloquence. It was truly a pleasure to listen to you for 26 minutes. I have been struggling as to which version to purchase. I wanted an authentic reproduction with the original English but was very concerned about the font size, as I would like to read this bible on a daily basis. You have addressed all my concerns and helped me to make a decision. I am buying this bible. I can only pray that I will one day be able to read it as smoothly as yourself. Warm blessing and appreciation.

[@RGrantJones]

Thank you for those very kind words, Chris Muller. I hope you enjoy this Bible. The notes in the side column are sometimes hard to read, but I've found they can usually be decrypted with effort.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bibles Geneva, NKJV and false KJB. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin.

[@דגנדשסקט]

Thanks for giving the necessary information so anyone can purchase. 6 mo later: I have found the Geneva a bit more clear than KJV, possibly even eliminating the concordance, although I was not seeking to be lazy about the words. For instance, Potiphar in the Geneva is called exactly what he is, a eunuch. KJV requires a concordance. Suddenly it sheds light on his wife, as to why she wanted Joseph, and gives her a chance to defend herself... that maybe the woman was desperate for a child which castrated men don't beget. Many of my peers, even myself thought this was an adulterous woman. I've since reconsidered that because of the added clarity.

[@No_bread-and-circuses]

Doesn't matter if her husband is a eunuch or simply impotent. Any sex outside of the person's marriage is still adultery.

[@nailtoncesardossantos136]

Good morning Dear! I feel enchanted by this wonderful work and also by challenging myself to read it in Old English. and I want to emphasize how you have this brilliance and ease of syntactically interpreting words that are so old that this beautiful bible presents to us. May God always enlighten you and may your intelligence be a reflection for our understanding.

[@robertflower1160]

This was the first study bible ever to my knowledge. Bible looks great. Thank you for the great review, Mr. Jones!

[@RGrantJones]

I believe you're correct. Thanks for the encouraging comment!

[@geraldparker8125]

I wish that some publisher would release an edition of this 1560 Geneva Bible with spelling modernised. It is nice to have a facsimile (and I have this in hardback), but I suspect that I and others would use it more if it were in modernised spellings (not involving word changes, just the Geneva's words spelled as current Enlgish spells them in either England or in the U. S. of A. There is such an edition of the 1599 Geneva Bible, but it lacks the Apocrypha, which the 1560 Geneva included. This would be helpful for Lutherans and Anglicans who use the Apocrypha to varying degrees.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit bibles Geneva. NKJV and false KJB.

[@johnpearce3714]

JUDY SWIDERSKI , IF THIS IS SO ---- WHAT IS THE BIBLE --- THE WRITTEN * WORD OF * GOD TO BUY ???!!! ---- MILLIONS OF PEOPLE USE THE KJV. & SOME USE THE GENEVA BIBLE. ---- OF COURSE MANY ALSO USE THE ESV , G.NEWS , N.A.S.V. ETC. ----- TAKE NOTE !! JUDY ----- MANY * CHRIST CENTRED PREACHERS & TEACHERS USE THE K.J.V. ---- ARE YOU A ROMAN CATHOLIC ???!! ---- IF YOU ARE YOU HAVEN'T BEEN ENCOURAGED TO READ & STUDY HIS * WORD UNINSPIRED BY THE * HOLY SPIRIT ----- FOR HE * CHRIST IS THE * WORD OF * GOD THE * FATHER IN THE FLESH / HUMAN ---- HE WHO KNEW NO SIN , BECAME SIN FOR US SINNERS !! ----- THUS BELIEVE IN THE * LORD YESHUA / JESUS * CHRIST & YOU SHALL BE SAVED !! ACTS 16 VS.27 ------ 32 , ACTS 4 V.12 , JOHN 3 , 6 V.44 , 14 V.6 , READ / SEE -- THE GOSPEL OF JOHN. ------ AS HE THE * LORD YESHUA / JESUS STATED ---- UNLESS YOU BELIEVE THAT * I AM HE -- YOU WILL ALL LIKEWISE PERISH / DIE IN YOUR SINS !! ----- HE ALSO STATED --- BEFORE ABRAHAM WAS ( BORN ) * I AM. ---- HE IS ONE WITH THE * FATHER --- AS HE ALSO STATED --- YOU HAVE SEEN ME , YOU HAVE SEEN THE * FATHER --- * I & MY * FATHER ARE ONE. AMEN. ----- * CHRIST FOR ALL !! ------ JOHN UK. ------ -----

[@johnpearce3714]

P.S. AN ERROR IN SPELLING ---- SHOULD READ ------ INSPIRED BY THE * HOLY SPIRIT. ---- * CHRIST FOR ALL !! ---- JOHN UK. ----

[@cheese9812]

@@judyswiderski2682 shill!

[@brendakauffman2222]

Gerald Parker, Agree totally. It was great they did an update of the 1599, but I'd like to see modern Type with the 1560 Geneva Bible.

[@kal-el-vinist1507]

Thanks for another fantastic review, brother.

[@RGrantJones]

Thanks, Stacy. I enjoy making these videos, and it's good to know that others appreciate them.

[@michaelboucher4544]

I enjoy your videos, especially this one, and appreciate your knowledge. Many bible reviewers waste five minutes to talk about the box. Rather irritating. Best bible review channel IMHO.

[@RGrantJones]

I try to focus on what I find interesting, and that usually isn't the box! Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bible Geneva, NKJV and false KJB. Also, Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin.

[@cheese9812]

@@judyswiderski2682 shill

[@haitaiamber5805]

Thank you! Outstanding review. I was considering this version and both Geneva bible that you have in this video were recommended. I see now their true comparison.

[@RGrantJones]

Thanks for those kind words. Glad it was useful to you. You might want to watch this one also: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJzTlKenqdF-adU .

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bibles Geneva, NKJV and false KJB. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin

[@AHappyBachelor]

An excellent review of this bible, thank you!

[@TradertalkwithGaz123]

Great review. I am currently waiting for this to be back in stock in my local book store. Should be picking it up in a couple of days now. Very eager to get my hands on it and read it well. I have a better understanding of the old English text now. V becomes U (Heauen) U becomes V (Vpon) S becomes f (God faid) J becomes I (Ieremiah) Whom has an e on the end of it (whome) Word also (worde) Son becomes (sonne) And I'm sure there is more waiting for me in there hahah . Thanks for the upload. God bless ✝️✌

[@p.williamfox6417]

I greatly appreciate your detailed reviews.

[@RGrantJones]

Thank you for that kind comment!

[@magP787]

I just purchased 2, I'm so existing can't wait to get😃

[@cherylstevens4302]

Thank you for your review of this most beautiful Bible, with the original spelling.

[@RGrantJones]

You're welcome, Cheryl! Thank you for commenting!

[@reccocon3442]

Thank you for what you do. A first "bible" was paperback "Good News bible" from catholic middle-junior school, personal use. Did not read in its entirety. Decades later have kjv -read front to back and of course, study and inspiration. Investing for the Geneva. The dagon nor its shenanigans not the Savior nor father, etc. Lord GOD bless !

[@WilliamCato]

What a great review. I almost bought the Geneva Bible that Kirk Cameron was advertising a few years ago. This just makes me want it more.

[@RGrantJones]

I think the edition he promoted is similar to this one -- kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJzTlKenqdF-adU&t= . Thanks for the encouraging comment!

[@judyswiderski2682]

Mr. Jones may well be correct on the quality but consider: Counterfeit Bibles Geneva, NKJV and false KJBs. ..Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin.

[@AmericanShia786]

Quite a nice video. I have considered getting this facsimile, and now I want it even more.

[@RGrantJones]

It has some good features, the thick paper in particular. The archaic typeface can be a bit tricky to read. But I like this Bible quite a lot. I may get it rebound one of these days.

[@AmericanShia786]

I have other books with the archaic typeface, otherwise I would be bewildered by it. You did a great job of describing its features, at any rate.

[@d0g_0f_Christ0s]

Insane print rules, would do my head in, but what an awesome version. Great review.

[@OneHope4Heaven]

Thank you SO SO much for this video! It's exactly what I needed to see - a review & explanation of the content & layout of the 1560 version, as well as confirmation that the 1599 version (which I happily already own) is still a legitimate option. After many upgrades over the years replacing various other erroneous versions of the Bible (catholic, NIV, NLT, & NKJV), I had to wonder after having recently learned that the KJV is just as tainted as all the others! I was surprised to discover that King James, from what I've gathered online, was quite a corrupt deviant (a homosexual, sadist towards both animals AND people, and flat-out narcissist who wanted everyone to worship HIM instead of God's TRUTH) - something you wouldn't expect having been told the KJV was THE standard version to study (inasmuch as the English translation allows). Anyway, I will be looking into getting a 1560 version as soon as possible because it gets even closer to the original scriptures, & I love the side notes vs. notes at the bottom. Again, this has been a hugely valuable service to me, so thank you, kindly, once again for putting the hard work in for us! :) God Bless!

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bibles Geneva, NKJV and false KJB. Also. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin.

[@OneHope4Heaven]

@@judyswiderski2682 even the 1599 Geneva is counterfeit?

[@cheese9812]

​@@judyswiderski2682 Don't mind this user, shes a shill. Commenting on every video saying that this is a false Bible. Looks like the shills are out in full force trying to make people not read this particular version of the Bible. I wonder why..

[@cheese9812]

Ναζωραῖος no kidding but it was the state sanctioned version of the bible they took out a lot of commentary compared to the peoples bible, the geneva bible

[@voldibayizitunda2178]

Thank you for the bible 👍👍 I have had trouble deciding which bible is the most likely to be the God's word : 1611 king James or 1560 geneva bible. Aside for the way it's written, the geneva bible seems to be the most accurate Bible. Since you pointed out how the geneva doesn't shy away from disrespecting Kings at the cost of following God whereas king James is more subtle

[@RJ-ku2mh]

What a beauty!

[@bobhopeless4106]

Had the good fortune of acquiring one of these several years ago. It's one of my prized possessions! My only real disappointment with it is the ink fluctuations from page to page (i.e., some pages lighter than others). This could be a combination of printing technique used in olden times, as well as Hendrickson's digital process of "cleaning up" the text after it's 'photographed.'

[@wadealley74]

I’m very interested in one of these bibles to use as reference

[@robb9945]

Do you know where I can purchase this same leather version? Been searching but can only come across the hardcovers..

[@RGrantJones]

No, sorry. I think it's out of print at the moment. You could try used book sellers, like eBay.

[@ZommBleed]

Thanks for a great review!

[@cringeman4199]

I can not seem to find this online nor in the link you posted. Where can I get one?

[@RGrantJones]

It may be out of print. The last time I checked, it was still available in hardback.

[@cringeman4199]

@@RGrantJones alright, thanks.

[@geraldparker8125]

The writings in the Anglican Apocrypha but not included in the Douay-Rheims and other Romish Catholic Bibles are, however, included in really complete editions of the Clementine Vulgate Bible, as appendix matter. So, it is not quite entirely true that Romish Bibles do not include that handful of writings.

[@maryandersen557]

I would like the leather Geneva Bible 1560 but seems there unavailable

[@gbantock]

The hardback ed. is very well done and sturdy, buckram over boards, well connected to the spine. It is so fine in its own right that I cannot see any reason to have a leather bound ed. of this Bible. The hardback binding very likely would outlast the leather one.

[@RGrantJones]

I've grown to appreciate hardback Bibles more in recent months. They can be stored upright, and so are easier to access. Also, they take up less room on a desktop when not in use.

[@fnjesusfreak]

The small caps "LORD" convention wasn't adopted consistently at the time, but I think it was first introduced in 1530 by William Tyndale.

[@RGrantJones]

Thanks, sarachikorita. I find these little details fascinating. I'm not sure why.

[@colonyofcellsiamamachine6175]

The 1599 geneva bible by tolle lege press is easier to read bec it modernized the spelling. The notes in the margin got moved to the footnote area so the notes are also easier to read. 1599 original did not seem to have apocrypha. It seems the first Bible in English to exclude the Apocrypha was the Geneva Bible of 1599.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bibles: Geneva, NKJV and false KJB. Also, Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin .The Forbidden Book video KZbin. It has some Americsn history. Church history: Lamp in the Dark video KZbin.

[@irkairenka8552]

@@judyswiderski2682 do which Bible is the best choice? I have been watching lamp in the darkness recently, do you know that there are other parts of it, like for example bridges to Babilon

[@judyswiderski2682]

@@irkairenka8552 Those are both excellent. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin is very good. The unchanged KJB saved many souls for over 400 years.Hearts were changed. I used the NKJV for many years. Then I read the ESV and loved the wording. But when I opened to John 7 one day, I decided to read it. I was shocked. The ESV quoted Jesus lying to his brothers! He said he was not going to the feast. Not going, not me. Jesus actually said I am not going up yet to the feast. No not now, not yet. They both wait and then go. Which one lied? You may want to look up: Look What's Missing even in Revelation. God places a curse on them that change His word. Also Deadly Translation NKJV. Book: Look What's Missing by David Daniels chick Publication. My confidence in Jesus has greatly increased since I began reading the preserved word of God. Psalm12:6,7 . Many times you can put in the name of a bible followed by the word false to get info. Has this answered your question?

[@judyswiderski2682]

@MH RM The one that promised preservation. Psslm 12:6-7. "The words of the Lord are pure words: as silver tried in a furnace of earth, purified seven times. Thou shalt keep then O LORD, thou shalt preserve them from this generation forever." Please note. It does not say that other things will not be written about it to 'historically' prove it false. In fact the translators seemed to indicate that the perfection was in the salvation message. It does not quote Jesus in a Lie! In John 78 Jesus goes not tell His brothers, I am not going to the feast. Which means he is not going to the feast. Instead Jesus actually said, I am not going up yet to the feast. Which means, not right now. It promises preservation as stated. PSALM12:6,7. Ot did not leave out hundreds of words to cast doubt and confusion. Literally hundreds. Book: Look What's Missing by David Daniels Chick.com. It is not taken from the manuscripts that replaced the Antioch Textus Receptus. That was replaced by the 'older' manuscripts called the Codex B or Vaticanus from the Vatican basement. The other is Sianiticus. They do not agree with each other and the latter has about 30 changes per page. These changes were mainly made by a 15th century scribe. 15th Century!!! See; Look What's Missing even in Revelation. See: Deadly Translation NKJV. Ttuth is, you believe God can and did leave us a standard, or you do not.

[@judyswiderski2682]

@MH RM Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin. Very old but helpful video: The Forbidden book video KZbin. Adullum Documentary Films Bridge to Babylon.

[@williamjhunter5714]

You have the First printing version of this, 2007, Printed in the USA. My leather edition is 6th Edition, 2016, Printed in China. All else is the same.

[@RGrantJones]

My review of Geneva Publishing Company's facsimile 1599 Geneva Bible can be viewed at kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIScZn2DoriMl8k . Note that the Tolle Lege 1599 edition that makes a brief appearance in the video above is a completely different book. The Geneva Publishing Company's 1599 Geneva Bible is a true facsimile, like Hendrickson's 1560. The Tolle Lege edition is set in modern type, has modern spelling, and has been radically reformatted.

[@chrismuller6563]

What do the star-like asterisks within the text mean? They are quite prevalent on the first page of the book of Psalms. (10:10 is this video)

[@RGrantJones]

They signal the presence of a marginal reference. For instance, there's an asterisk next to "heathen" in Ps 2.1. In the margin nearby Acts 4.25 is printed. If you go to Acts 4.25, you find an asterisk at the beginning of "Why did the Gentiles rage ...", with a marginal note directing you back to Ps 2.1.

[@chrismuller6563]

@@RGrantJones Thank you so much! That makes complete sense. This will certainly make my studies progress with more understanding. Deep gratitude!

[@chrismuller6563]

@@RGrantJones May I be so bold as to ask another question about the text? In the Header of information that is at the beginning of John Chapter 1, there is an unfamiliar symbol. It comes after the word "humanitie" on the first line and looks almost like an "&" but different. I would be so grateful if you could enlighten me again, Dear Teacher.

[@RGrantJones]

@@chrismuller6563 - it is an ampersand, just shaped a bit differently. That heading maps the divinity of Christ to verse 1, his humanity to verse 14, and his office to verse 17.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Christ, Mr Jones has explained things well. But this should not be your main bible: Counterfeit bibles Geneva, NKJV and false KJBs. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin. The Forbidden Book video KZbin. It has some American history.

[@chrismuller6563]

I was wondering if you could explain how you do your measuring of the paper thickness in micrometers and then convert to gsm? Thank you!

[@RGrantJones]

Sure. But before I start, remember that this is just an estimation technique: It assumes that the density of paper used in most Bibles is fairly constant. (1) Tally the page counts for the various sections (introduction, Old Testament, New Testament, any blank pages, etc.). (2) Measure the thickness of the text block in mm. (3) Divide the text block width by the page count. The resulting value is usually somewhere in the range 0.01 to 0.03 mm/page. (4) Convert that value to a thickness per sheet by multiplying by 2000. The 2 comes in because there are 2 pages per sheet. The 1000 is needed because there are 1000 micrometers per mm. (5) Multiply by 0.914. Where does 0.914 come from? It's an estimate of the paper density derived from measuring the text block thickness divided by the sheet count for ten Bibles of known paper weight. If you think about it, thickness per sheet multiplied by paper density gives you mass per square area per sheet, which is paper weight. If the sheet thickness is 35 x 10E-6 meters (35 micrometers), and I multiply by a paper density of 0.914 x 10E6 grams per cubic meter, the 10E-6 and the 10E6 cancel, and we're left with paper weight (35 x 0.914 grams per square meter). But using that value (0.914) gives an estimate that's a bit too high for Cambridge Bibles with "high opacity" (read "low density") paper. So if I suspect the paper is "high opacity", I use the lower factor (~0.84). I've thought about making a video to go through this in detail, but I suspect it would be about as popular as my "How to Measure Line Height" video -- in other words, not very popular. Thanks for the question!

[@chrismuller6563]

R. Grant Jones R. Grant Jones, thank you so much for your response. I am grateful for your thoroughness in your generous answer and amazed by your intelligence (yet again) displayed in your method. This is so very helpful as I will try this out on all of my bibles. A video on this would be absolutely incredible. I for one would certainly watch as I did your “How to measure Line Height” video. Thanks to your video, I was able to do the line height in all my bibles and learnt a lot about point sizes when considered new bibles. So I for one am so grateful for your generosity, thoroughness, and shining intelligence, with a helpful spirit to boot! So thank you ever so kindly, Blessings,

[@donnaesmith8161]

How do you get the hardcover version of this one?

[@RGrantJones]

I recommend doing an internet search. When I searched for 'hardcover Hendrickson Geneva Bible' I found this www.christianbook.com/geneva-1560-edition-hardcover-protestant-reformation/9781598562125/pd/562125?en=google&event=SHOP&kw=bibles-40-60%7C562125&p=1179710&p=1234073&dv=c&cb_src=google&cb_typ=shopping&cb_cmp=20704420694&cb_adg=150161845570&cb_kyw=&snav=GMERCH&gclid=Cj0KCQjwt4a2BhD6ARIsALgH7DqYIf9cPc28Tsba7dZnFUUEkkmvOOQ9Sio_PlPKuZUHXjmjvvi04q8aAvVGEALw_wcB .

[@KevinFreist]

good info. thank you very much.

[@veneroantonio905]

What’s your take on Revelation 18,the last verse,the Geneva and some older English bibles read “THE prophets,THE saints”,where most bibles don’t have “THE”, is it omitted in other translations or was it added in the Geneva and other older translations?

[@Lifeinsidethepromisedlande]

Where can i get 1 to buy?

[@RGrantJones]

I think the leather-bound edition is out of print. A hardback is still available for purchase: www.christianbook.com/geneva-1560-edition-hardcover-protestant-reformation/9781598562125/pd/562125?event=ESRCG .

[@gypsylane8723]

Nice bible. Great review.

[@RGrantJones]

Thanks, gypsy. It really is a nice Bible. I feel a bit like I'm a time traveler when I use it. I'm looking forward to your next review.

[@yahnaza]

What’s the difference between the 1599 and the 1560?

[@RGrantJones]

I discuss some of the differences in this video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/hJzTlKenqdF-adU . A man named Laurence Tomson revised the translation in the 1570s, and many editions of the 1599 Geneva Bible include his changes. In that video, at about the 24:37 point, I show the translation changes I found in Romans. Many alterations to the notes were made also, usually by expanding them. I show an example of changes to notes in that same video at the 20:12 point.

[@Fourwedge]

Great review

[@victorcastillon1389]

I need that bible! Beautiful

[@TheologyUnmasked]

Hi thanks for the work, where can i get this edition, ive searched but found none, kindly help

[@RGrantJones]

I think it's currently out of print, but a hardback is still available: www.christianbook.com/geneva-1560-edition-hardcover-protestant-reformation/9781598562125/pd/562125?event=ESRCG .

[@TheologyUnmasked]

@@RGrantJones thank you. GOD BLESS YOU

[@johnpearce3714]

HI R. GRANT JONES , IS THE GENEVA 1599 WITH THE CLOTH COVER THE SAME AS THE HENDRIKSON ONE THAT YOU ARE RE.VIEWING . -- DOES IT HAVE A HARD COVER UNDER THE CLOTH ?! -- I KNOW IT'S THE CONTENTS ------ THE * WORD OF * GOD --- THAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT AT THE END OF THE DAY. ---- JOHN UK. ------ * CHRIST FOR ALL !! -------

[@RGrantJones]

No, it isn't. This is a 1560 Geneva. Between 1560 and 1599, the Geneva Bible was revised by Laurence Tomson. It's not hard to find differences between the 1560 and the 1599 if you read them side-by-side. The Hendrickson 1560 Geneva is bound in flexible leather.

[@P-el4zd]

Great review of the Calvinist Bible.

[@RGrantJones]

Thank you for the encouragement, Paul!

[@njiomonansichristianfreder6374]

It is not a 'calvinist' bible: it is a Holy Bible, translated into English out of the original tongues.

[@P-el4zd]

@@njiomonansichristianfreder6374 The annotations in the Geneva Bible are distinctly Calvinist. It’s a Calvinist bible. One good thing about the Geneva Bible, at least it has the canonical books such as; Tobit, Wisdom, Baruch, Maccabees, etc.

[@veganpolitics403]

they no longer have this bible. is there a similar one?

[@RGrantJones]

The same text block is available in hardback, I believe. You might be interested in the facsimile editions available at greatsite.com. greatsite.com/shop/facsimile-reproductions/1560-geneva-bible-first-edition/

[@hassanmirza2392]

I read that Geneva Bible, KJV, and Luther Bible became household items in Middle Ages throughout Europe. Many people were reading these everywhere. Is this correct?

[@RGrantJones]

Yes, I think it's true -- only it was a bit later than the Middle Ages. I understand that by the late 16th century Bibles had become inexpensive enough for working people to own them.

[@hassanmirza2392]

@@RGrantJones Wow, that is amazing. I think Geneva Bible looks like a study bible.

[@RGrantJones]

@@hassanmirza2392 - yes, it may be the first study Bible. It's certainly the earliest one I'm aware of.

[@hassanmirza2392]

@@RGrantJones It looks very expensive for its time, how was everyone able to afford it. Apart from that, what is the scriptural stability of this Bible compared to an NRSV or ESV Bible of today. btw, I finished reading half of Apocrypha, it is a very interesting religious read but has legends and anti-Abrahamic theology stuff too. It does not mention God much, nor invoke the name of the prophet.

[@RGrantJones]

@@hassanmirza2392 - I'm not sure what you're asking when you mention stability. The Geneva Bible text and notes were revised between 1560 and 1599 -- the notes much more than the text --, but not since then as far as I know. The Geneva Bible influenced the KJV, and they read similarly. But sometimes I find the Geneva easier to understand.

[@bondee5865]

Personally I think that the Geneva Bible is better at expressing what the Word of God is conveying in English. It seems to be more like our modern English; do you think so too? Thank you for the great review and historical information. Personally the Old English is more understanding to me and it seems to be more concise! Everyone learns different though and I understand the need for modern versions. We need to check every expression with the original Scriptures or roots where they we're originally written by the holy men of God; (in my little opinion) I rely on studying history and scholars for this.

[@RGrantJones]

Yes, I find the Geneva Bible a little easier to understand than the KJV. Thanks for commenting!

[@bondee5865]

Thank you

[@marecof864]

How did you type in Roman type (font) ?

[@RGrantJones]

I don't remember how, when, or where I found that font, but it must have been almost twenty years ago. It's called JSL Ancient. Thanks for the question!

[@marecof864]

R. Grant Jones thank you!

[@HansS11160]

17:36 Why King James (the 1st) detested the 1560 Geneva Bible

[@njiomonansichristianfreder6374]

Holy King James did not detest The Genva Bible. Neither The Holy Scriptures state that, nor the marginal notes. People just like to speculate and propagate untruths, especially against The Authorized Holy King James 1611 which reigned, reigns and shall reign supreme until The End.

[@HansS11160]

@@njiomonansichristianfreder6374 Are you a Freemason? King James I and the Geneva Bible Example of the blackletter version (1608) In 1604, the year after he claimed the throne of England, King James I hosted and presided over a conference pertaining to matters religious, the Hampton Court Conference. While the Geneva Bible was the preferred Bible of Anglican and Puritan Protestants during the Elizabethan Age, King James I disliked the Geneva Bible and made his views clearly known at the conference: "I think that of all [English Bibles], that of Geneva is the worst." Apparently, his distaste for the Geneva Bible was not necessarily caused just by the translation of the text into English, but mostly the annotations in the margins. He felt strongly many of the annotations were "very partial, untrue, seditious, and savoring too much of dangerous and traitorous conceits..." In all likelihood, he saw the Geneva's interpretations of biblical passages as anti-clerical "republicanism", which could imply church hierarchy was unnecessary. Other passages appeared particularly seditious: notably references to monarchs as "tyrants". It followed that the need for a king as head of church and state could be questioned also. James had been dealing with similar issues with the Presbyterian-Calvinist religious leaders back in Scotland, and he wanted none of the same controversies in England. Also, if annotations were in print, readers might believe these interpretations correct and fixed, making it more difficult to change his subjects' minds about the meanings of particular passages. Title page of a Geneva Bible Apparently dated 1599 but probably printed circa 1616 to 1625. So when towards the end of the conference two Puritans suggested that a new translation of the Bible be produced to better unify the Anglican Church in England and Scotland, James embraced the idea. He could not only be rid of those inconvenient annotations, but he could have greater influence on the translation of the Bible as a whole. He commissioned and chartered a new translation of the Bible which would eventually become the most famous version of the Bible in the history of the English language. Officially known as the Authorized Version to be read in churches, the new Bible would come to bear his name as the so-called King James Bible or King James Version (KJV) elsewhere or casually. The first and early editions of the King James Bible from 1611 and the first few decades thereafter lack annotations, unlike nearly all editions of the Geneva Bible up until that time. Initially, the King James Version did not sell well and competed with the Geneva Bible. Shortly after the first edition of the KJV, King James banned the printing of new editions of the Geneva Bible to further entrench his version. However, Robert Barker continued to print Geneva Bibles even after the ban, placing the spurious date of 1599 on new copies of Genevas which were actually printed circa 1616 to 1625. Despite popular misconception, the Puritan Separatists or Pilgrim Fathers aboard the Mayflower in 1620 brought to North America copies of the Geneva Bible. Source: Wikipedia, Geneva_Bible

[@HansS11160]

@@njiomonansichristianfreder6374 King James jailed Christians who rejected his Masonic Bible and his Masonic Church of England. 1601: James became a Freemason of the Lodge of Scoon. 1603: James became king of England. James persecuted Puritans and Separatists (Pilgrims) who refused to conform to the new Church of England. 1604: Mason King James appointed Richard Bancroft, later George Abbot, as Archbishop of Canterbury. King James authorized the translation of the Bible to honor himself through future generations. 1606: King James denied Puritans' request to start their own biblical church and forbade them from leaving England. 1607: King James' sheriff and bailliffs arrested and jailed the Separatists who boarded a ship for Holland, including the 17-year old William Bradford. 1608: King James' armed officers arrested and jailed those on shore trying to leave England for Holland. 1608- 1620: King James persecuted the Pilgrims in Holland. William Brewster had to go into hiding.

[@njiomonansichristianfreder6374]

@@HansS11160 I wasn't born yesterday so, before I annihilate you with reliably authoritative and truth-full sources unequivocally voiding your fabricated and untruthful assertions, and since you are the one who initiated spewed false accusations: You must provide, for the records and for all to righteously judge, the sources attached to each assertion that you made, for each year. Otherwise you shall be, by default, a false accuser and a liar. Sola scriptura. "And have no fellowship with the unfruitful works of darkness, but rather reprove them."Jésus-Christ i.e. God i.e Adonaï{Authorized Holy King James 1611}

[@njiomonansichristianfreder6374]

@@HansS11160 🚨I abhor freemasonry and freemasons, along with all liars and false accusers, so, to answer to your question: no, I am not a freemason, never was, am not, and never shall be. Provide the sources for the assertions that you made, for all the records and for all to righteously judge. Otherwise, you shall be, in default and by default, a false accuser and a liar no better than the freemason that you appear to despise. When you do, I will precisely, accurately and truthfully reply providing irrefutable sources and references for all to judge righteously. Sola scriptura. "Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?"Jésus-ChrisT i.e God i.e. Adonaï{Authorized Holy King James 1611}

[@johnpearce3714]

P.S. MANY THANKS FOR THE INFORMATION AS RE. THIS BIBLE. TRULY APPRECIATED !! JOHN U.K. --------- * CHRIST FOR ALL !! ---------

[@Ironpirate18]

I have been considering purchasing this bible, but I came across the following 2 criticisms: #1 In II Samuel 21 it says that Elhanan killed Goliath, with I Samuel 17 saying David killed Goliath. #2 II Samuel 21 says that Elhanan killed Goliath, with I Chronicles 20 (a parallel to II Samuel 21) saying Elhanan killed the brother of Goliath. A marginal note says that it was Goliath's brother who Elhanan killed in II Samuel 21, whilst in I Chronicles 20, the text itself states that it was Goliath's brother who Elhanan killed and not a marginal note. Can you verify this please? I may purchase this bible, even with the inconsistency for its historical value, but I just wanted to see what you think.

[@RGrantJones]

In 2 Sam 21.19, the 1560 Geneva Bible says that Elhanah slew Goliath, but the note in the column explains that Goliath's brother Lahmi is meant. 1 Chron 20.5 explains that Elhanah slew Lahmi, the brother of Goliath. So what you've written seems accurate. (I notice that the KJV inserts "the brother of" in italics in 2 Sam 21.19.)

[@judyswiderski2682]

The Translator, The KJB does not have parenthesis around 2 Samuel 21:19 in any part. Counterfeit Bibles Geneva NKJV and false KJBs. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin. The Forbidden Book video KZbin. This has some Americsn history.

[@seraphim_eternal]

@@judyswiderski2682 You need help. KJV onliest are so ignorant.

[@judyswiderski2682]

@@seraphim_eternal Thank you for all the facts that support your statement. Without them it would be just another ignorant statement

[@seraphim_eternal]

@@judyswiderski2682 Lol. You would not have the KJV Bible without the Geneva Bible. KJV onliest make no logical sense.

[@Blindsyde5762]

Id love to own this Bible. When I can afford one , Ill use your link.

[@matthewsera3585]

abfolutely wonderfvl thank yov fo mvch for that uideo it waf beavtiful.

[@anonymousperson6462]

In the facsimile version of the 1537 Matthew bible,there appears to be capital cursive J's, but no capital I's. That is, Wherever the capital I would be, the cursive capital J is in it's place. Also, there is a 1560 defined Geneva new testament in modern spelling by Dr. David L Brown and James Krueger. The "cratche" thing surprised me because we're used to manger being used there. Edit : A bit of version comparison shows that wycliffe used the same word, and it was the only one in english before Geneva to use it.

[@RGrantJones]

Thanks for commenting, Nathan. That's all good information. I was likely misled into thinking the J wasn't present in English before 1633 by this sentence in a Wikipedia article: "The first English language book to make a clear distinction between ⟨i⟩ and ⟨j⟩ was published in 1633." But, of course, as you point out that *doesn't* mean that Js weren't used earlier.

[@anonymousperson6462]

R. Grant Jones you're welcome. I once thought things like that about the letter j. Then I saw it used in wycliffe and Canterbury. the reason why I had the confusion was because there are websites that claim to have old versions (retype?) in Roman font but most of the old spelling is there with exception of the "long s" that looks like an f. In these, tyndale thru 1611 kjv have no Js but wycliffe has "Jhesus" for Jesus. Another thing,These digital readings don't completely agree with their facsimile counterparts and occasionally a random verse is skipped.

[@judyswiderski2682]

@@anonymousperson6462 Counterfeit Bibles Geneva NKJV and false KJBs. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin .

[@judyswiderski2682]

Plus. The Forbidden Book video KZbin. Thus has some American history.

[@anonymousperson6462]

@@judyswiderski2682 if it weren't for Geneva or the Matthew, you might not have a kjv. Yeah, it's either that, or your kjv would likely read quite differently. Why? Well, because +80% of your over half of your kjv came from those bibles.

[@glennjohn3919]

are you sure it's not bonded leather?

[@RGrantJones]

All I'm sure of is this: the box says it's genuine leather. Thanks for the question!

[@glennjohn3919]

@@RGrantJones My KJV Bible looks similar, and it said genuine also. However, when I look up bonded in google images, it looks like bonded leather and not genuine.

[@RGrantJones]

@@glennjohn3919 - It isn't great leather, whatever it is. I have one bonded leather Bible I bought in the late 80s that's held up well and is more flexible than some more recent genuine leather covers.

[@glennjohn3919]

@@RGrantJones Yeah it's unfortunate. I think if you want awesome leather, the smaller publishers are the best.

[@Airik1111bibles]

My new little Cameo has the Apocrypha which is so strange for me to get used to but its very nice to have for study and reference esp historically. The red letter in this little thing is the best red can get unless it becomes black LOL Nice review as usual, that bible can totally help the little guys get into the cookie jar.😂

[@RGrantJones]

The Cameo in this video is red letter also. That's the same book I used to compare to the Thompson Chain KJV's red in my quick, critical review of that Bible a few months back. The Cameo's red print isn't that bad. It's the best I've seen in recent history. But an even deeper burgundy would have been better -- and, you're right, black would have been best.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bibles Geneva, NKJV and false KJB Also Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin.

[@americanswan]

I like many Bibles. I like American Standard Version. I like the Revised Version 1885. I like the NASB2020 and NASB1995. I like the new Literal Standard Version I enjoy reading a verse or short passage in all of these. But my main Bible is the KJV.

[@MinisterRedPill]

This is a beautiful Bible, I think I'll buy this one. Good review. What's the difference between the 1599 and the 1560?

[@RGrantJones]

The 1599 edition has longer, more detailed notes. The translation is a bit different in places in the New Testament as well. Also, some printings of the 1599 edition omitted the Apocrypha section, and modern reproductions of the 1599 edition usually do so.

[@MinisterRedPill]

@@RGrantJones I'm thinking you mean the 1560 has more notes? Unfortunately, Hendrickson doesn't seem to sell the leather version anymore. I found one on a site that sells KJV bibles but it's pricey.

[@yahnaza]

Have to get one

[@RGrantJones]

I do like this Bible quite a lot. If you get one, the binding might seem stiff at first. But if you break it in a few times using the librarian-approved method, it will relax.

[@yahnaza]

Lol Oh what’s the library Approved method?

[@RGrantJones]

@@yahnaza - You put the Bible on its spine on a flat surface, like a table or desk. Then holding the text block upright, you press the covers down to the sides. Then you take a few pages from the right or left side of the block and press them down. Repeat until all of the block has been pressed down. lifehacker.com/break-in-a-hardcover-book-without-ruining-the-spine-1509842301

[@mycharmedunicorn8715]

8/10/24- “Product not found” on the link provided.

[@judyswiderski2682]

R. Grant Jones. Bloody Mary was very Roman Catholic.

[@RGrantJones]

True. Thanks for commenting, Judy!

[@susannoel6396]

Bel And The Dragon are also not in the Catholic Bible.

[@RGrantJones]

Thanks for commenting, Susan. You'll find it at Daniel chapter 14.

[@Just-a-girl]

I have this very Bible with my Name in Gold on the front right

[@lilydejesus29]

Can i have that bible please

[@patrickreindel692]

Surprised you didn't touch on the infamous Luke 21:32 footnote in this bible ;)

[@gmarz-eq4ol]

Good day sir/ maan, May someone send me this bible as a gift, i would really appreciate it, i dont have enough or any money to buy this bible but id like to have this coz havent still finish reading the bible.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bibles Geneva, NKJV and false KJBs. Yes there are false also. Tares among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin. The Forbidden Book video KZbin. This has some American history. Church history: Lamp in the Dark video KZbin.

[@lynnjr.1842]

I have delved into the origins of the Geneva Bible and the King James Version (KJV). I raised questions about their agendas and the monarchs, Queen Mary I and her son, the future monarch, King James. It turns out that the theologians behind the Geneva Bible supported parliamentary ideals, advocating for people's free will in politics and religion without facing de*th for disagreeing with a monarchy-style government led by a single king or queen. The parliamentary theologians who wrote the Geneva Bible had to hide from Queen Mary I, who executed those with differing political views. She perceived them as a threat to her monarchy and went as far as burning them alive. A few years later, her son commissioned the KJV. Understanding that oppressed parliamentary individuals had to hide from the monarch to avoid violence changes our perspective on the KJV, especially in today's times with concerns about potentially tyrannical governments. The Geneva Bible is transparent in conveying its message, encouraging reading both at home and in church. On the other hand, the KJV is loosely worded and intended for reading and interpretation in church, aligning with King James's desire to control the church, hence influencing both his monarchy and the parliament-the people. The Geneva Bible discusses tyrannical governments without misrepresentation or intentional omissions, a contrast to the KJV.

[@nathanjohnwade2289]

Looks like you got your Mary's confused. King James I of England is the same person as King James VI of Scotland and his mother was Mary, Queen of Scots, who was a cousin of both Queen Mary I of England and Queen Elizabeth I of England. Both of the mentioned English queen's were childless, yet, the Scottish Queen Mary had a little boy (James) when Queen Elizabeth I executed the Scottish Mary. Whilst King James VI was a boy King, Scotland was under a Regency till he came of age. Years later, when Queen Elizabeth I of England died childless, King James VI of Scotland was the closest living relative, thus becoming King James I of England. I'm a fan of history and a monarchist.

[@silver_cord]

I need one but man so pricey.

[@davewhitehead135]

Christians Should Read The Geneva Bible. They Love Old English

[@radical7663]

Very interesting but I think this bible (due to the epoch) will be pretty one sided. You said about the ‘the’ but the next shot there was a ‘the’ with the T cap dropped.

[@chrismuller6563]

Paul Treslove I noticed that as well but the pronunciation of the two ‘the”s is different. Wonder if it had anything to do with that...?

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bibles: Geneva. NKJV and false KJB Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin .The Forbidden Book video KZbin.

[@Menosaverus]

I do not like the gold. It tends to be of a lighter colour due to the environment blowing the gold particles away over time.

[@judyswiderski2682]

Counterfeit Bibles Geneva. NKJV false KJBs. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin.

[@vmax8481]

("KJV") ("👎") ("🚫") - Careful --- several word changes... --- God chose, as "He" created our history, sent the "Geneva Bible" with the Pilgrims to start this nation of America..... "He" could of waited until the misleading word changes of the KJV to send, but "He" did not !!! .... and that's for a reason..... Wisdom reasons that we all "True Christians" should be in deep study with the "Geneva Bible".... That's good enough for me.... And please note that it does make a big difference....

[@basedcataphract5852]

Why? Language changes, even Israel changed, people at Jesus's time can't speak hebrew so you mean they need to learn hebrew (which takes 2-10 years) to read scripture? Absurd!

[@davewhitehead135]

Most Christians Love THE KJV, And Go By The KJV.

[@davewhitehead135]

Christians Love The KJV

[@njiomonansichristianfreder6374]

Authorized Holy King James I6II: only and exclusively.

[@juerbert1]

Are you aware of your whistle when you speak ?

[@RGrantJones]

Yes. I wish I didn't. Thanks for commenting!

[@christar331]

$119?! I not sure if God would be happy if I was too spend that much money for his Holy Word, but then again I am spending a lick-ton of money for the sacrificial knowledge of getting to know Him. I don't know, I'll have to think about it.

[@RGrantJones]

I think that's the list price. It's about $70 at Christian Book Distributors: www.christianbook.com/the-geneva-bible-genuine-leather-black/9781598562132/pd/562132 . Thanks for viewing and commenting. Merry Christmas!

[@panokostouros7609]

There are plenty of ways for you to read Sacred Scripture. Long as you allow the Wisdom within to transform you, it really doesn't matter what version you use. However, if you have the means, I suggest buying a fancy Bible as a longterm spiritual investment for not only you but your descendants. Let your grandchildren know that "this" (Bible) is their story and their legacy, a precept reinforced by the book's quality. Nonetheless, if you're unsure of God's will for you concerning this matter, just pray on it.

[@Vettel2011]

not as good as the KJV

[@judyswiderski2682]

Amen! Counterfeit Bibles Geneva NKJV and false KJBs. Tares Among the Wheat Sequal video KZbin. The Forbidden Book video KZbin. This has some American history.

[@njiomonansichristianfreder6374]

Voilà 💯🎯

[@cheese9812]

This is the bible version the papacy doesn't want you to see. Commentary of Revelations indicates the ten horns will be the visigoths/huns whom are the monoglic tribes (scythian/tartar) and they are the true hebrew israelites of the bible who will destroy Rome I hate to be that guy but, end times are nigh imho.

[@cheese9812]

@Be Skeptical Of Everything shillbag

[@cheese9812]

@Be Skeptical Of Everything then why are you saying that the geneva bible is a catholic bible? its not.

[@njiomonansichristianfreder6374]

​​@Extra Ecclesiam Nulla Salus You are as foolish and lost as the synagogue of Satan that you represent i.e. (roman)catholicsm. The Holy BibLe is first and foremost hebrew, as inspired by Jésus-ChrisT i.e. God himself: Hebrew is the original tongue, as well as aramaic and (koine)Greek. You obviously don't know what a translation is, and probably not even what the word translation means, so, instead of spewing inanities, learn to do a minimum of research before opening your mouth.

[@jesussaves5354]

Please speak louder. Thank you.