NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Leathersoft

Leathersoft: The NIV Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible pairs the complete New International Version text with study material focused on the ancient settings of Scripture. Its extensive notes, articles and colour reference content suit readers who want cultural context alongside the biblical text, though its 8.9-point type may not suit everyone.

At a glance

Notes by Dr. John H. Walton for the Old Testament and Dr. Craig S. Keener for the New Testament, according to the listing.
Context-focused notes and articles are designed to explain customs, culture and literature from biblical times.
The listing describes a Leathersoft cover that lies flat when open and thumb indexing for locating Bible books.

Price

$117.91Save 29%

Reference price: ~~$164.99~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Combines the full NIV text with verse-by-verse notes, book introductions and more than 300 contextual articles.
Colour images, charts, maps and diagrams provide visual reference material within the volume.
Thumb indexing and a concordance, cross references and indexes add navigation and study aids.

Cons

The listed 8.9-point type is relatively compact, which may be a drawback for readers who prefer larger print.
At 1.8 kg and the listed dimensions, this is a substantial volume to carry.

Technical specifications

19 specifications

Bible and study content
Translation	Complete text of the accurate, readable, and clear New International Version (NIV), the most widely read modern-English Bible translation
Study notes	Insightful and informative verse-by-verse study notes reveal new dimensions of insight to even the most familiar passages
Book introductions	Targeted book introductions explain the context in which each book of the Bible was written
Contextual articles	Over 300 in-depth articles on key contextual topics
Reference features	Key Old Testament (Hebrew) and New Testament terms are explained and expanded upon in two helpful reference features
Other study aids	Cross references, a concordance, indexes and other helps for Bible study
Jesus' words	Words of Jesus in red

Visuals and navigation
Images	375 full-color photos, illustrations, and images from around the world
Charts, maps and diagrams	Dozens of charts, maps, and diagrams in vivid color
Indexing	Thumb indexed to make finding the books of the Bible easier

Format and dimensions
Cover	Leathersoft™ cover lies flat when open
Type size	8.9-point type size
Print length	2400 pages
Weight listed	1.8 kg
Dimensions	18.54 x 5.59 x 25.65 cm

Publication details
Language	English
Publisher	HarperCollins Religious US
Publication date	24 February 2026
ISBN-13	978-0310467793

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Readers who want cultural and historical context alongside the NIV text.
Bible students looking for an all-in-one print reference with study notes, articles, images and maps.

Less suited to

Readers who need large-print text or a lighter book for frequent carrying.

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Frequently asked questions

What translation does this study Bible use?

The listing says it contains the complete New International Version (NIV) text.

What kind of study content is included?

The listing describes verse-by-verse notes, book introductions, more than 300 contextual articles, reference features for Hebrew and New Testament terms, and additional aids such as a concordance and cross references.

Is this a large-print Bible?

The listed type size is 8.9-point. The page does not describe it as large print.

Is the cover designed to lie flat?

The listing describes a Leathersoft cover that lies flat when open.