ESV–CE Catholic Bible. The Official Catholic Lit – Anglicized Baptism Edition: English Standard Version – Catholic Edition

The Official Catholic Liturgical Bible for England, Wales and Scotland from Advent 24

A Bible to mark the most precious beginning - the official Catholic liturgical text, beautifully presented in a white hardback with silver foil, Skylar White's stunning illustrations, and a protective slipcase to keep it safe for a lifetime. The ESV-CE is approved by the Catholic Bishops' Conferences of England, Wales and Scotland for use at Mass from Advent 2024. Created by a team of over 100 leading scholars, this essentially literal, fully Anglicised translation renders the original Hebrew and Greek with precision and clarity. With the deuterocanonical books included in their canonical Catholic order, this is the complete Catholic Bible - given at the very start of a faith journey. Sixteen full-colour plates of authentic, beautifully crafted illustrations by artist Skylar White bring the most beloved stories of scripture to life, drawing young readers into God's Word from their earliest years. A personalised dedication page means this Bible can be inscribed with the child's name, the date, and a message of love - making it a keepsake as well as a scripture. Features:* Complete ESV-CE text, Old and New Testament, including deuterocanonical books* Official liturgical Bible for England, Wales and Scotland from Advent 2024* White hardback with silver foiled design - presented in a protective soft slipcase* 16 authentic full-colour illustration plates by Skylar White* Personalised dedication page* Colour illustrated endpapers with "This book belongs to" personalisation* Two silver ribbon markers* Silver head and tail bands* 9.5-point award-winning typeface in double-column layout* Inline chapter headings and chapter numbers* British text, fully Anglicised throughout* White paper from sustainable sources* 12 pages of maps* 234 x 156 mmThe most treasured Baptism gift you can give - a complete Catholic Bible, illustrated for children, and presented with the care this sacred occasion deserves.