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Book Introductions and Word Studies
Word Studies
Within the study notes section at the bottom of various pages in the CSB Study Bible there are 'Word Studies'. These sections focus on the meaning of a Greek or Hebrew word that was used somewhere in the text. this section also provides what the translation is in English, the number of times the word was used, and what verse this word was used on the page.
Book Introductions
Throughout the CSB Study Bible are book introductions that give the reader a context of the book that they are about to read or study. Each book introduction has an opening page with an illustration and a brief overview. Below is a list of other topics that are covered in these introductions.
Circumstances of Writing
Message and Purpose
Contribution to the Bible
Structure
Outline
Study Notes and Photos
Photos
The CSB Study Bible utilizes photos of different biblical locations and ancient artifacts in various parts of the Bible. Beneath these photos are explanations of how they relate to the Bible and coincide with biblical events. These photos give us a view into the ancient world and can help the reader gain the perspective of life of those living thousands of years ago.
Study Notes
At the bottom of the page in each book of the Bible, the reader will find study notes crafted by some of todays top biblical scholars. The note at the bottom of the page correlates with the verses in the text being read. Whether an individual is studying for a sermon or just enjoying in their own devotional time, these study notes provide the reader with an understanding of the historical context of various verses along with a deep theological significance of the passage being read.
Essays and Maps
Cross References
Between the columns of verses of the CSB Study Bible are thousands of cross references. These link the verse you are reading to another verse that exists in the Bible. Whether it is a fulfillment of prophecy, relating to another Biblical story, or is liking to a related theme, these cross references provide the reader with a better understanding of how God's Word connects together.
Essays
As the reader dives into the CSB Study Bible, they will find essays peppered throughout the different books of the Bible. These essays give in depth coverage to major biblical or theological issues. Below are just examples of a few of the essays that can be found in the CSB Study Bible.
How to Read and Study the Bible
Differences in the Gospels
The Historical Reliability of the Old Testament- Genesis 9
the Bible and Civil Rights
Salvation in the Old Testament
What Really Happened to the Apostles
The Missional Church
Is Jesus the Only Way?
Illustrations
Illustrations are scattered throughout the CSB Study Bible that recreate architectural structures that were part of the landscape in which the Bible was written. Being able to visualize these structures provides a context in which to read and study passages of Scripture. Both the writer of the passage and many of his first readers knew these structures first hand. Below is a list of some the illustrations included.
Maps
Maps within the CSB Study Bible illuminate the Bible text by showing its geographical context. Some of the maps included are 'The Route of the Exodus', David's Wars and Conquest, 'Jesus's Journeys from Galilee to Judea', and 'Paul's Voyage to Rome'.
Charts
The charts found in the study notes section of the CSB Study Bible organize information in a way that enables the reader to grasp important connections found in the text quickly.