It's here. The complete edition of the translation so accurate, yet so inspiring to read, it literally sets the standard for generations to come. Twenty years in the making, the Holman Christian Standard Bible is the work of 100 scholars from around the world collaborating on-line, in real time with the benefits of the best technology that has ever been used in the service of Bible translation. This edition includes an introduction to each book of the Bible, full center column references, a concordance, words of Christ in red, a presentation page, full-color maps, and more.