COMPREHENSIVE TOPICAL STUDY

The Thompson Chain-Reference Bible is an unparalleled tool for topical Bible study, featuring over 100,000 references listed in the Bible’s margins, covering more than 8,000 topics. This chain-reference system enables you to explore the breadth of Scripture’s teachings on thousands of topics and follow them throughout the entire Bible. With alphabetical and numerical indexes, you can easily find any topic you wish to study, making it an ideal resource for personal devotions, sermon preparation, and in-depth Bible study.

EASY READING AND NAVIGATION

Printed in Zondervan’s exclusive NIV Comfort Print typeface, this Bible offers an easier reading experience that complements the New International Version (NIV) text. The fresh, two-color design preserves the original look of the chain-reference system while making each page cleaner and easier to read. The 9.5-point print size and leathersoft cover that lies flat when open ensure a comfortable reading experience.

RICH STUDY RESOURCES

This Bible also features an extensive study resource section, including biographical sketches, illustrated studies, maps, and charts. The 16-page full-color map section with map index provides valuable geographical context, while the concordance, Bible harmonies, and other study tools help you dive deeper into Scripture. With 66 book introductions and words of Jesus in red, this Bible is designed to facilitate a deeper understanding of the Bible.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Complete text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV)
• Easy-to-understand chain-reference system with over 100,000 topical references
• Alphabetical and numerical indexes highlight study materials for over 8,000 topics
• An extensive study resource section includes biographical sketches, illustrated studies of the Bible, a concordance, Bible harmonies, and many other helpful study tools
• Fresh, two-color page design
• 66 book introductions
• 16-page full-color map section with map index
• Words of Jesus in red
• Presentation page for gift-giving
• Two double-sided 3/8-inch wide satin ribbon markers
• Leathersoft cover lies flat when open
• Exclusive Zondervan NIV Comfort Print typeface
• 9.5-point print size