Scofield this annotated bible contained several innovative features. This was pure law, with no provision of priesthood and sacrifice for failure, and was accompanied by the judgments. The original and 1917 text of the scofield reference bible has fallen into the public domain in the united states. The scofield bible does not change or alter the text of the kjv in anyway, it simply provides additional information to provide better understanding of the scriptures for personal application. This was pure law, with no provision of priesthood and sacrifice for failure, and was accompanied by the. The old scofield study bible, kjv, classic edition leather.
Featuring a traditional type setting cherished by many longtime scofield readers, the classic edition, whose notes date from 1917, is the best cross reference study bible ever published. The new scofield reference bible 7 biblical prophecy as related to the jews, the gentiles, and the church of god. Featuring a traditional type setting cherished by many longtime scofield readers as well as a protective twopiece box which commemorates the 100th anniversary of the publication, the classic edition, whose notes date from 1917, is the best cross. Scofields intent was to provide a concise but complete tool that would meet the need of someone just beginning to read the bible. God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the gentiles. The holy bible, containing the old and new testaments. Scofield became a popular speaker and in demand at bible conferences throughout the country. Oxford university press continues to publish revised editions of this bible under the title oxford scofield study bible, which it offers with a variety of translations in addition to the original king james version. Means in some cases notes could be updated, as in scofield bible iii.
King james version is clearly printed on the cover, but since when has it been safe to judge a book by its cover. Featuring a traditional type setting cherished by many longtime scofield readers as well as a protective twopiece box which commemorates the 100th anniversary of the publication, the classic edition, whose notes date from 1917, is the. New scofield reference bible hardcover june 1, 1967 by c. The bible forms one continuous storythe story of humanity in relation to god. For over 90 years people have relied on this reference work in their daily study of gods word. Brookes in a pamphlet rightly dividing the word of truth, which according to ehlert was produced in the. Therefore the nsrb of 1967 is not a scofield bible and it is not a kjv. Scofield by charles gallaudet trumbull contents chapter i how the training began chapter ii naming ingalls for the senate chapter iii won to christ chapter iv daring to be a pastor chapter v really studying the bible chapter vi victory and missions chapter vii the reference bible begun chapter viii drudgery and genius. Contains the complete scofield reference note text as far as we know and retains the hundreds of instances of greek characters colored in blue, see matthew 2. This edition also contains new scofield reference bible about. These first editions were published by the oxford university press. Whatever edition one is using, the notes are very valuable and useful. See all 2 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. I had studied from this version as a young man and have now returned to it because its flow makes sense to in my older years as opposed.
The new scofield reference bible gilbert independent baptist. The brevity of the notes allowed scofields commentary to be included in the margins and footnotes in study bibles, which countless christians use as their primary study bible. The scofield reference bible is a widely circulated study bible edited and. Readers will find this goal affirmed in several different. Featuring a traditional type setting cherished by many longtime scofield readers, the classic edition, whose notes date from 1917, is the best crossreference study bible ever published. May your understanding of the words written within this holy book agree line. A modern version of the reference notes called the new scofield reference bible exists, but is a 1967 revision having no relation to c. Authorized version, with a new system of connected topical references to all the greater themes of scripture, with annotations, revised marginal renderings, summaries, definitions, and index. The scofield reference bible is a widely circulated annotated study bible that was edited and annotated by lawyer, failed politician, bribery convict, and bible scholar cyrus i. Scofields, one of americas preeminent dispensationalist theologians, magnum opus.
Scofield study bible new king james version scofield. The riches of the old scofield study system and references have guided students of the word for over a century. Find in a library download this page pdf download left page pdf. Old scofield study bible classic edition, kjv, bonded leather burgundy. Scofield, is the premiere dispensationalism study bible. The scofield reference bible was published with the aim of helping students understand the text of the bible when the. Scofield, that popularized dispensationalism at the beginning of the 20th century. Jan 02, 2020 the scofield reference bible was the first of its kindan annotated bible designed to aid the reader in understanding the text. Within 30 years of its issurance oxford university press reported that 1,925,000 copies had been published. References of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after christ. Scofield reference notes to the bible 1917 free pdf, doc. We owe it to ourselves to examine the beliefs and writings of this scholar and the fruits of the dispensational movement. The original versions contained the traditional king james version text edited and annotated by cyrus i.
Protestant king james version, it first appeared in 1909 and was revised by the author in 1917. The newberry reference bible 1893, the thompson chainreference bible 1908, the scofield reference bible 1909, and the companion bible 1910. Scofield had been dead many years when the nsrb was published in 1967. The newberry reference bible 1893, the thompson chain reference bible 1908, the scofield reference bible 1909, and the companion bible 1910.
Scofield reference notes to the bible 1917 free pdf. The scofield reference bible, more than any work, has served to popularize the dispensational and pre trib or tribulational rapture view of theology. Genesis, 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23. The scofield reference bible has proven to be an immeasurable aid in guiding generations of serious christians into a greater understanding of gods word. Scofield reference bible linked to bible verses ebook by c. The 1917 scofield reference bible notes are now in the public domain, and the bible is consistently the best selling edition of the scofield bible in the united kingdom and ireland. A certain lawyer of note, who had become a true christian believer about the time the scofield reference bible was started, had fallen in line with its prophetic teachings. The scofield reference bible has been relied on for over 90 years to aid bible study with cross references and notes.
Download free ebook of the scofield reference bible in pdf format or read online by cyrus ingerson scofield published on 1909 by. Scofield belonged to a generation and a mindset which truly believed in collective. Vern poythress says regarding dispensationalism the form of dogmatic theology found in the srb footnotes, within this movement the scofield reference bible. Scofield reference bible commentary online bible study tools. Scofield had an experiential as well as academic knowledge of the truths presented. This is the standard version of the scofield study bible. N april, 1967, fifty years from the date of the last edi. This edition combines the renowned scofield study notes and reference system with the new king james version, one of the most popular modern bible translations available. The best bible you can have is a 1967 scofield bible. His reference bible albeit the more recent edition was the first reference work i got my hands on many long years ago when i decided i wanted to grow closer to god through his word. The 1909 and 1917 editions of the scofield reference bible do not change the text. Clean, clear text and annotations are laid out in an easytoread format, making this the perfect bible for personal study and giftgiving. All of the references are linked into the king james version of the bible.
Among its many features are book introductions and outlines, unique subject chain reference system, comprehensive indexes, chronologies, a concordance and. The brevity of the notes allowed scofield s commentary to be included in the margins and footnotes in study bibles, which countless christians use as their primary study bible. Scofield, which popularized dispensationalism at the beginning of the 20th century. Sadly, it seems to go in and out of print, so what should a discerning bible student use. Matthew overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary has been relied on by millions in their daily studies for more than 90 years. He was, therefore, one of the hated and illreputed publicans. My most recent is kjv mid size wide margin reference bible executive edition published by lcbp with rl. The best bible you can have is a 1967 scofield bible for all the reasons ive discussed in my primer on bible translation. Schuy ler english claims that this bible has far outsold all other annotated editions of scriptures anywhere published. The old scofield study bible, kjv, classic edition free pdf book. The hardcover of the new scofield reference bible by c.
Scofields life and ministry were devoted to helping christians better understand faith, the prophecies of the bible, and how they relate to christ and his second coming. The bible hazards the most unlikely predictions concerning the future, and, when the centuries have brought round the appointed time, records their fulfilment. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Scofield study bible commentary for over 90 years people have relied on this reference work in their daily study of gods word. Considered a masterpiece at the time of its publication in 1909, the scofield reference bible was c. Study bible kjv scofield reference bible by anonymous. Dec 20, 2015 scofield reference notes to the bible 1917 by c. Bible is presented to this bible is printed in commemoration of the 100 year anniversary of the birth of gods prophet, william marrion branham and the 100 year anniversary of the scofield study bible originally printed in 1909. In 1967, oxford university press published a revision of the scofield bible with a slightly modernized kjv text, and a muting of some of the tenets of scofield s. I still have it, but only use it for illustration purposes. The old scofield study bible, kjv, classic edition free. Scofields reference biblefirst published in 1909is still published today, highlighting his continued relevance and usefulness among christians. The scofield reference notes online free at for sermon, bible study, and sunday school preparation. Pricing is shown for items sent to or within the u.
These studies became the basis for curriculums in many bible institutes which began in the. Its textusreceptus based, ignoring the corrupt westcotthort also known as ubs or nestlealand text. Checking this bible against a pre 1969 cambridge kjv bible i found the text to be exact, right down to the page number which to me was a bonus. There are four published by that date that are still in print. The old scofield study bible features the original 1917 notes and references in a centercolumn format.
The scofield reference bible was published with the aim of helping students understand the text of the. This bible is a joy to hold onto with its calfskin leather and its overall feel. Scofield reference bible linked to bible verses ebook by. The scofield reference bible, first published in 1909, was immensely popular among conservative protestants in the twentieth century and is still in print today and available in eight languages. The scofield reference bible is a widely circulated study bible edited and annotated by the american bible student cyrus i. Scofield reference notes, 1917 edition scofield bible book name chapters in the book. Soon after i answered gods call into the ministry in february of 1974, in a small southern baptist church in new mexico, at the recommendation of my pastor, i purchased a new scofield reference bible.
It uses the king james versionnot the revised standard version. Another counterfeit kjv is the new scofield reference bible nsrb. Scofield study bible new king james version pdf free download. The scofield reference bible contains very brief commentary, often consisting of no more than a few sentences and several crossreferences. He researched much of his reference bible during a sabbatical in switzerland. Scofields life and ministry was devoted to helping the christian better understand faith.
Published by oxford university press and containing the entire text of the traditional, protestant king james version, it first appeared in 1909 and was revised by the. Old scofield study bible classic edition, kjv, bonded. The study bible that bears his name is a demonstration of how god takes a ruined sinner, redeems and make him a channel for a great work. Originally published in 1909, the scofield notes were intended to help bible students see the scriptures as a unified whole. The idea of a reference bible had been growing in his mind for some time. Surburg 0 n april, 1967, fifty years from the date of the last edi tion, the new scofeld reference bible1 appeared. The scofield reference bible is a widely circulated annotated study bible that first appeared in 1909, and revised in 1917. The history of the scofield reference bible christian forums. The first editions of this bible were published by the oxford university press. New king james versionthescofieldstudy bible this page intentionally left blank new king james versionth. Scofield collection are rich in doctrine and scripture, giving unique insight into the prophecies of the bible. Scofield s intent was to provide a concise but complete tool that would meet the need of someone just beginning to read the bible. Cyrus ingersoll scofield and the scofield reference bible reference bibles, now generally called study bibles were rare in 1910. The origins of the scofield reference bible plymouth.
The scofield reference bible was the first of its kindan annotated bible designed to aid the reader in understanding the text. Scofield would have never referred to baptism as a sacrament, but the nsrb takes the liberty to do so in an acts 8 footnote. I have returned to the scofield reference bible because the big picture of gods plan of the ages is clearly identified and the guidelines followed throughout the book. Scofield s timehonored study system, with book introductions, center column. Later on scofield set forth the interpretative prin ciples learned from dr. Until 1984, these were the only sources offered by evangelicals for material on the life and credentials of their most prominent bible teacher whose notes have influenced the church and changed its direction. This edition of the bible first appeared in 1909, and was revised in 1917. This easytocarry bonded leather edition of the renowned old scofield study bible offers a wealth of study materials at a fantastic price. The writer of the first gospel, as all agree, was matthew, called also levi, a jew of galilee who had taken service as a taxgatherer under the roman oppressor. Scofield study bible iii kjv pdf study bible kjv scofield reference bible has 255 ratings and 25. The date of matthew has been much discussed, but no convincing reason has been given for the.
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