This new Bible is the first in English to be developed from the ground-up with notes that are distinctively Lutheran, prepared by Lutheran theologians and pastors from over twenty Lutheran church bodies. Current Lutheran scholarship, insights from the Church Fathers, and rich devotional commentary provides meaningful perspective for both young and mature Christians. Features all of the same great content found in the regular editions but in a more compact size. Features: 26,500-plus uniquely Lutheran study notes. Over 2,000 application note 80,000 center column cross-references. Over 900 cross-references to 120 full or half-page maps, charts, and diagrams. 220-plus articles and introductions to biblical books and topics. 31,000 concordance entries. Insights from early church, medieval Uses the English Standard Version translation (ESV), one of the most precise English translations available. Words of Christ in black.