The Didache Bible (CAB), Hardcover

The Didache Bible from Midwest Theological Forum is a trusted Catholic Bible containing the New and Old Testaments of the Catholic American Bible (CAB) and extensive explanatory and apologetical commentaries based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

The Catholic American Bible (CAB) is an English translation approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). Released in 2027, the CAB serves as one approved translation of Scripture for liturgical worship, public and private prayer, study, catechesis, and personal devotion.

The late Cardinal Francis George noted that The Didache Bible from Midwest Theological Forum offers scholarly commentary that is accessible to all, without sacrificing any of the depth of its meaning. This same commentary accompanies the CAB English translation to provide a Catholic Bible ideal for study and daily use.

• The Commentary Found in This Bible: Aids readers in deepening their understanding of Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition and the teaching authority of the Church, and how these are joined together according to God’s wisdom.
• It Is Written for: Catholic readers who want a Bible for more than reading alone. It is suited for personal prayer, Scripture study, catechesis, adult faith formation, parish groups, and classroom use.
• The Catholic American Bible Addresses: The need for a uniform translation of Scripture used across every dimension of the Christian spiritual life, whether it be the sacred liturgy, study, catechesis, or personal prayer and devotion.

Features include:

• The scriptural text, cross references, translator’s notes, and introductions from the CAB.
• The Didache commentaries based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
• The Didache introductions that present the authorship, dating, audience, and main themes of each book.
• An introduction on how to read the Bible.
• Chronologies of the Old and New Testaments.
• More than 100 apologetical explanations that help to answer common questions about the faith.
• Twenty-seven full-color biblical maps, including the journeys of Jesus Christ.
• A comprehensive glossary and index of subjects, including biblical names.
• 9.5-point font for the text of Scripture; 8.5-point font for the text of commentary.
• Durable Smyth-sewn binding.
• Two satin placeholder ribbons.