Douay-Rheims Hardbound Bible
$56.95
Even after all of the modern "revisions" of the bible that are now available to Catholics, many still think that the Douay-Rheims version, (the only English translation of the Catholic Vulgate bible in use for almost 400 years) is the very best ever produced. This beautiful genuine bonded leather hardbound edition features text that is clear and easy to read and the two satin ribbons mark he pages where your daily reading is to begin. This Bible fills the need for a small (6 x 9 inch good quality hardbound Douay-Rheims bible. It is a perfect gift for Christmas, First Communions, Confirmations, weddings, birthdays, etc. and is also great for those who want a portable bible that is durable. Douay-Challoner version, by Loreto Publications Hardbound Smythe-sewn binding, New Size: 6 X 9 inches Genuine bonded leather cover Gold embossed title and decoration on spine and cover Top quality bible paper, 1585 pages. Family Register pages Papal Encyclical Providentissimus Deus of Leo XIII at front. Sharp, clear, modern readable text Gold and red satin ribbon page markers illustrations Index The Douay-Rheims Bible was the original translation of Scripture for English speaking Catholics. The New Testament was first published in 1582 by the English College of Rheims, France, while the Old Testament was published in 1610 when the University moved to Douay, another city of France. Translated from Saint Jeromes Latin Vulgate, it contains the most pure and most genuine passages expressed in eloquent English common during the 16th and 17th centuries. This same text is used during the Liturgy of the Word in the Latin Tridentine Mass. Among the various translations of the Bible, the Douay-Rheims is ideal for those searching for a deeper understanding of Holy Scripture.
