NRSV Catholic Edition Bible, Royal Poinciana Hardcover (Global Cover Series)

A Bible with a beautiful cover and includes the full catholic text, perfect to take with you anywhere you go. Enjoy the beautiful and sacred Holy Scriptures. This edition includes the complete Catholic canon, as well as resources, book introductions, and maps to help you discover the treasures in its pages. Features include: Complete Catholic Bible in a compact easy-to-carry size Anglicized text Presentation page allows you to personalize this special gift by recording a memory or note Articles providing an understanding of fundamental Catholic beliefs and practices Bible book introductions provide a concise overview of the background and historical context of the book about to be read Concordance for finding key verses Bible Maps are a visual representation of the locations where key events take place in the Bible Official imprimatur of the Roman Catholic Church by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops Clear and readable 8.5 print About this Global Cover Collection Edition: The royal poinciana, also known as the flame tree, is native to Madagascar but is now found in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide. The plant has a strong connection to Christianity. Legend has it that the crown of thorns, placed on Jesus' head before his crucifixion, was made from the branches of a poinciana tree. As a result, the tree is considered a symbol of Christ's suffering and is associated with the Easter season. The vibrant red-orange colour of its flowers is also said to represent the flames of the Holy Spirit.