Curtis Mitch, co-editor of the Ignatius Press Study Bible, shares his expertise on effectively using this comprehensive resource. He discusses its unique features that enhance understanding of the divine narrative across Scripture. Curtis offers practical tips for beginners feeling overwhelmed, emphasizing the importance of contextual readings and annotations. He also highlights how to enrich group studies and liturgical experiences by integrating the study Bible, making it a valuable tool for all Catholics seeking a deeper connection with their faith.
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Start With Introductory Essays
Start using the Ignatius Catholic Study Bible by reading the four introductory essays to get oriented.
They explain the Bible's purpose, the Church's view on Scripture, the canon, and salvation history to prepare readers.
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Bible and Sacraments Unite
The Bible and the sacraments work together, forming a unity in Catholic life.
Reading Scripture prepares us to receive grace through the sacraments, enriching our spiritual life.
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Unique Scripture Connections
The Ignatius Bible uniquely links Old and New Testament passages to reveal a unified divine narrative.
Its icon system highlights how earlier scriptures foreshadow New Testament fulfillment in Christ.
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This volume presents the written Word of God in a highly readable, accurate translation, excellent for personal and group study. It includes extensive study notes, topical essays, and word studies that provide fresh and faithful insights informed by time-tested, authentically Catholic interpretations from the Fathers of the Church and other scholars. Commentaries include the best insights of ancient, medieval, and modern scholarship, following the Church’s guidelines for biblical interpretation. Each New Testament book is outlined and introduced with an essay covering questions of authorship, date of composition, intended audience, and general themes. The Bible also includes handy reference materials such as a doctrinal index, a concise concordance, a helpful cross-reference system, and various maps and charts[2][4][5].
The Ignatius Press Study Bible was twenty-five years in the making, and now that you have a copy. But how are you supposed to use it? Today, Curtis Mitch, co-editor of the Ignatius Press study Bible, joins Andrew Petiprin to break down the practical ways that people can use this Bible in daily life. Curtis highlights some of the unique features of this study Bible that will help readers understand not just a given passage of the Bible, but the overall divine narrative present throughout Sacred Scripture. Curtis also provides several practical tips and starting points for those who may feel overwhelmed when opening this study Bible for the first time. Finally, he explains how the resources in this Bible can be used in a group study and throughout the Liturgical Year so Catholics everywhere can gain a greater understanding of God Himself—the author of Sacred Scripture.
If you are interested in getting more out of you new Ignatius Press Study Bible, this episode is for you!
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