1 / 7NRSVCE Sacraments of Initiation Catholic Bible, Purple Leathersoft, Comfort Print
Purple Leathersoft Comfort: The NRSVCE Sacraments of Initiation Catholic Bible is a Catholic edition intended to mark milestones such as Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation. Its keepsake pages and study aids suit gift-giving and personal reading, while its 9-point type is a compact print size rather than a large-print format.
At a glance
- Full-color pages are provided to record Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation.
- Includes a presentation page for a personal note or memory.
- Book introductions give background and historical context, and articles cover Catholic beliefs and practices.
- A reading plan is designed to guide readers through the Bible in a year.
- A ribbon marker helps keep track of a reading place.
- The listing states that the NRSV-CE includes the Deuterocanonical books and has an official Catholic imprimatur.
Reference price: $44.99
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Sacrament-recording pages make this edition particularly suited to a milestone gift.
- The complete Catholic text is accompanied by book introductions, articles, prayer guides, and a year-long reading plan.
- Smyth-sewn binding is described as able to lie flat, useful for reading or writing in the record pages.
Cons
- The listed 9-point type may be small for readers who prefer large print.
Technical specifications
13 specifications| Translation | New Revised Standard Version, Catholic Edition (NRSV-CE) |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Text style | Anglicized text |
| Edition | Commemorative |
| Publisher | Catholic Bible Press |
| Print length | 1472 pages |
| Publication date | February 6, 2024 |
| Bible contents | Complete Catholic Bible, including the Deuterocanonical books, with the official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church |
|---|---|
| Binding | Durable Smyth-sewn bindinglays flat in your hand or on your desk |
| Dimensions | 6 x 1.3 x 9.07 inches |
| Weight listed | 1 pounds |
| ISBN-10 | 1400337615 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-13 | 978-1400337613 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Catholic milestone gifts for Baptism, First Communion, or Confirmation.
- Readers seeking an NRSV Catholic Bible with sacrament-recording pages and built-in reading aids.
- Readers comfortable with 9-point print.
Less suited to
- Readers who need large-print type.
- Buyers looking for extensive note-taking margins, which are not specified in the listing.
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Customer feedback describes the dark purple cover with gold accents as attractive and reports comfortable readability and appreciated content. Those impressions align with the listed purple binding, 9-point Comfort Print, and added study and sacrament-recording material, though 9-point type may still feel small to readers who need larger print. The rating distribution is mostly five-star, with some lower ratings, but it does not explain individual reasons.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the dark purple cover and gold accents.
- Feedback describes the text as comfortable to read and appreciates the Bible's content.
Frequently asked questions
Does this edition include the Catholic books?
The listing describes it as a complete Catholic Bible including the Deuterocanonical books and states that the NRSV-CE includes all 73 books.
Can it be used to record the sacraments?
Yes. The listing specifies full-color pages for recording milestones including Baptism, First Communion, and Confirmation.
Is this a large-print Bible?
No large-print designation is given. The stated type size is 9-point Catholic Comfort Print, so readers who need larger type may want a different edition.
What reading aids are included?
The listing names book introductions, articles on Catholic beliefs and practices, prayer guides, and a plan intended to cover the Bible in a year.
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