NAB Bibles

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The New American Bible (NAB), first published in 1970, is one of three Bibles to be approved for liturgical use in America and the Philippines by the Catholic Church. This translation took over two decades to be completed and employed over a hundred theologians and scholars.

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This Bible was sponsored by the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, an association established in Rome in 1562 to spread religious education, and is now on its fourth edition, while a fifth edition is currently being worked on, with Vatican approval, and is expected to be completed by 2025.

Best-selling NAB Bibles…

The NAB Thinline Bible is a universally recognized word-for-word translation, with an exclusive, easy-to-read typeface. It is celebrated for its faithfulness to the original Biblical languages. This version makes the perfect, portable gift!

The NAB Saint Joseph Edition Bible is one the most popular versions of the NAB produced by the Catholic Book Publishing Corporation and remains both a timeless classic and an elegant Bible.

The NAB Leather Bible is particularly cherished as a sacramental gift for Christenings, First Communions or Confirmations, in particular. Perfect for younger people as an aid to arriving at a deeper understanding of faith and belief.

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Which type of NAB Bible is the right one for you?

NAB Catholic, Wedding, Saint Joseph, Deluxe, Gift, Award, Vatican, Study, Saints, Family Edition, First Communion, Baby’s First, Devotional, Large Print…

Discover your NAB Bible, and then, as our name suggests, Personalize your choice.

We can add a name imprint in gold or silver foil on the cover, with you adding up to two lines. Please select a Bible from our Imprintable Bibles category to personalize your Bible.