TBU - 7 Editions

The 7 Editions of The Bible Unpacked

Two-Minute Edition
Pocket Edition
Concise Edition
Foundations Edition
Intermediate Edition
Comprehensive Edition
In-Depth Edition

Introduction

Each edition is an abbreviated version of the next longest one. This allows readers to access the Bible’s teachings at an appropriate level and then to progress to the longer editions to obtain a deeper understanding.

The material is not “set in concrete”. You can contact the author to suggest changes – and the files on this website will at times be updated.

To download, click on a photo (below) or an icon aligned with a photo. As the first three editions are designed to be printed in booklet form, there is both a file for viewing (monitor icon) and a file for printing (printer icon).

For help on printing the material, see Printing Tips.

I. For non-Christians, new Christians and young Christians

	Two-Minute Edition Key Bible teachings for people “on the run” For giving to non-Christians. (Credit card size, to keep in a wallet.) The file for printing is formatted to print four copies on an A4 sheet. It is a MS Word file, so users can adjust the margins. Examples (to adapt) of use in leaflets about a: church or mission.

	Pocket Edition Key Bible teachings for seekers of truth Largely for giving to inquiring non-Christians or young new Christians. (Size A6) This edition primarily uses verses from simpler translations.

	Concise Edition Key Bible teachings for new believers For new or young Christians. Also suitable to give to non-Christian friends. (Size A5) This edition primarily uses verses from simpler translations.
II. For Christians wanting to deepen their understanding of the faith

	Foundations Edition A compilation of the Bible’s teaching for believers consolidating their faith For Christians wanting a firm grounding in their faith. (Size A5) This edition primarily uses verses from easy-to-read translations.

	Intermediate Edition A compilation of the Bible’s teaching for believers growing in the faith For Christians wanting to develop a sound understanding of the faith. Very suitable for use as a study or a devotional tool. (Size A5) This edition primarily uses verses from the NET Bible®.

	Comprehensive Edition A compilation of the Bible’s teaching for believers established in the faith For Christians wanting a comprehensive knowledge of the faith. Very suitable for use as a study or a devotional tool. Excellent for preparing talks. (Size A4) This edition primarily uses verses from the NET Bible®.

	In-Depth Edition A compilation of the Bible’s teaching for teachers and students of the Bible For Christians keen to gain a deep understanding of their faith. Useful for speakers preparing talks, leaders of Bible study groups, Bible students and Bible colleges. (Size "Letter" - 8.5" x 11") This edition uses verses from the ESV® Bible. The downloadable file is the Electronic Version. It is designed for computer usage, with nearly 100,000 hyperlinks, including links to the ESV® Bible online for checking context. For ease of use, read Using the PDF Electronic Version on pages 9–11. Contact this website for a copy with accessibility tags.
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