Dake Annotated Reference Bible-KJV-Large Print

This is, bar none, the best study Bible, I've ever encountered. Used the world over, by ministries where you really see God's presence, grace, power, and glory in action. If you want to be on fire for the Lord, and grow ever-increasingly closer to Him, this is a wonderful Bible to learn from! This Bible is a pure joy to read, more than any other study Bible I've used. Make sure to have a few bookmarks and a note pad handy. You will find yourself blissfully digging, and digging, (and making notes), and digging some more. It's a gold mine of information, interesting facts, linked data, history, etc. It is truly FUN to read and study. Even if you're of a non-Charismatic belief system, the big majority of the notes and commentaries would still apply to you! All "hot" denominations, whether Baptist, Assemblies of God, Full Gospel, etc. will be blessed, encouraged, educated and edified by this Bible. I purchased the large text, large notes, genuine leather Bible. It is just beautiful and will be used and cherished for many years to come. This version, (ISBN-13: 978-1558291225 / ISBN-10: 1558291229) is huge. All the text is easy to read. I bought 2 extra Dake Bibles for Christmas presents this year. I just wish Dake or someone else, would make a semi-stiff leather case, or well made high denier nylon one, which would fit this Bible. I've only been able to find cheap looking vinyl ones, which will no doubt wear out quickly. This very large version is not the one you take to church, this is mostly for study. Get a smaller sized Dake for toting around. P.S. If you're a person who attends a "dull" church, and/or you feel unfulfilled, unsatisfied, unsaved, lost, confused, and a 100 miles from God - reading this Bible and it's wonderful commentary and study notes, would be a big help. Don't let the fact it's a King James scare you. Any words or expressions, which may be hard at first, are lovingly explained. You will be guided from subject to subject, and reading to reading. Just ask God to help you understand, and He will. If you've never really read a Bible, look in the back in the "concordance" (a list of words in the Bible and where they're located) and pick a word or topic, and go exploring! You may be seeking God, and not know how to find Him. You may not even know Him yet, but HE knows YOU. Did you know that even the hairs on your head are numbered?! (Matthew 10:30 But the very hairs of your head are all numbered.) Seek Him and you shall find Him. You need to be saved, by trusting in His Son, Jesus Christ. You can learn about this in the Bible, and from many good websites. I pray you will be blessed! Glory to God in the Highest!

My Pastor mentioned this book at a bible study. I decided to purchase one. At first I was intimidated by this big book. But as I kept diving into scripture and using the reference notes, it began making the Bible so much easier to understand. I absolutely love this book. Wish I would of found it years ago. As for the print, it isn't large enough for me to not use my magnifying glass, but it's worth it for me. And this book itself is beautiful. The leather binding and flexibility of the book itself makes it easy to navigate between sections. It deserves more than a 5 star rating.

Excellent study Bible but it only has 66 books instead of the original 88.

Where has the Dake been my whole life?? I recently heard a Bible Scholar mention it & ordered it, also told my friend because she's a newer Christian and often has a hard time understanding scripture. There is so much insight and commentary printed out on EACH PAGE, so much less time spent constantly looking up reference scripture, though there is still plenty of ref. scripture listed. I especially needed help with understanding the OT, because as a lay person, we don't get exposed to the History behind the different stories which just make them come to life. The Dake really fills a lot of this in, and after each Book, there are several pages of review/commentary/analysis & history usually written under very enticing headings. Also, having a good knowledge of the OT is imperitive to understanding the NT. Plus understanding the history, rulings, and lifestyle of Jewish people is really eye opening in scripture comprehension. Like when the Bible speaks of the Rapture of the Church, it really is played out like the betrothal and wedding of the Jew-it's the most beautiful metaphor, though generally, the Bible should be taken literally not figuratively. This would make a great gift for a hungry soul, I only wish it was indexed, which is not an option.

Love the larger print. The book is heavy. It's a fabulous study Bible

Great Bible!!!

I stumbled over this Bible while looking for a Thompson Chain Reference, which is apparently no longer in print from the original publishers. I had never before heard of Dake and was curious so I ordered the original hardback version of the KJV translation but found the font just a bit too small for my 60 year old eyes. So after seeing reviews of the large print, I ordered. The font is a bit bigger but I do still need to use a magnifier for comfortable reading during long periods of study. This Bible is huge and heavy. Not the kind to be carried off to church but for a desk Bible, it will serve the purpose. I do highlight, underline, and make my own notes in my Bibles. The paper of this one is thin and the highlights do bleed through as does the pen. Not something I actually mind but some might find this a problem. Normally, I prefer a more modern translation than the KJV but when I discovered that the KJV I've had since 1985 had somehow gotten wet and mildewed, I decided it was time for a new one. The extensive notes done by Mr. Dake are almost overwhelming but I appreciate having them. I did have to watch some videos to learn how to use the notes and follow the references but once I saw it in action, it was pretty easy to use. Although, a word of warning. The man held to some beliefs that some might find disagreeable and those beliefs are reflected in his work. So I would not recommend this Bible to a brand new Christian. Utilizing Mr. Dake's notes requires prior knowledge of scripture as well as practiced discernment. Remember, this is one man's view of the entire Bible. Do your own research and study then decide for yourself what to believe. Still, it's like getting your hands on his personal Bible and a lifetime of notebooks. There are many well known and some not so well known Christians whose personal Bible and notes I would love to see like this.

I love this Bible.

Good

Tons of information

This is the Bible i had always desired to have because i saw this Bible from my pastor which he bought in the 80s, when i saw it i fell in love with it, am very happy as i received the Bible today. It's a Well explained Bible, The only thing that made me worried was that the seller didn't put a tracking code to check when it was in deleyed. I would like to consider for the seller to put a tracking even though the buyer would have to Pay for it, thanks.

Dear all! If you would like to know about your rights and privileges as a son of God, this bible will take you to new heights. If you are a student of the bible, then this sis for you.

Je donne 5 étoiles pour le service excellent Amazon. Je l'ai commandé pour l'offrir à une demande particulière. Je ne partage pas les annotations et commentaires de Fins Jennings Dake. Je ne ferai pas de recommandations particulière, chacun est libre de choisir...