NLT SonRise Bible - Full-Size - New Living Translation Bible
Centered around the Resurrection of Christ
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The NLT SonRise is a full-size New Living Translation Bible designed for extended reading, study, and reflection. Its spacious single-column format and larger 10-point typeface allow the text to breathe, creating a clear and immersive reading experience.
Custom tomb-inspired drop caps, beautifully organized cross-references, the Words of Christ in blue, and 220 illustrations by Gustave Doré enrich every reading. Full-grain leather, handcrafted edge-lined construction, and a newly reimagined hand-illustrated fore-edge gilt bring every element together in an edition created to be read, cherished, and passed on.
Features
Specs
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Designed for a Better Reading Experience
Layout
A spacious single-column paragraph layout paired with a larger 10-point typeface allows the text to breathe and supports longer periods of reading. Line matching and the Words of Christ in blue create a clear, balanced page that feels both refined and easy to follow.
Study Tools
Cross-references are beautifully arranged across four columns at the bottom of each page, keeping them clean, organized, and easy to find whenever needed while remaining unobtrusive to the main text. Full-color maps provide additional context without interrupting the reading experience.
Design Details
Custom tomb-inspired drop caps mark the beginning of every chapter, while golden filigree, refined blue accents, and three double-satin ribbon markers bring beauty and purpose to every page.
For He Has Risen - Hand-illustrated Fore-Edge Gilt
The NLT SonRise is designed around the profound message of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, revealed through its stunning fore-edge gilt. The new fore-edge artwork has been completely reimagined and meticulously illustrated by hand, with every line purposefully drawn to more faithfully portray the triumph of the risen Christ and the enduring hope found in His Resurrection.
As the pages fan open, this remarkable artwork is revealed along the fore edge. Its depth and detail reflect the care of a true hand-drawn work, giving the central message of the SonRise edition a visual expression worthy of its meaning.
As you engage with this edition, you will encounter a variety of resurrection themes that inspire reflection and contemplation.
Historic Bible Illustrations by Gustave Doré
Featuring 220 of Gustave Doré’s black and white masterful illustrations, this edition brings the biblical narrative to life with remarkable depth, beauty, and detail. Each work is thoughtfully placed near the passage it depicts, creating a meaningful connection between Scripture and art that enriches the reading experience and invites deeper reflection and contemplation.
Premium Leather Bible Craftsmanship
Exceptional care has been taken to ensure this Bible lasts. Each NLT SonRise is individually crafted by hand from full-grain goatskin or full-grain calfskin, then finished with edge-lined binding and Smyth-sewn construction. It is available in an elegant full-yapp cover to help protect the gilt.
Because full-grain leather retains the natural character of the hide, subtle variations in grain, tone, and texture make every Bible genuinely one of a kind. Each piece carries the distinct character of the leather and the unmistakable quality of something made by human hands.
Made to be a reliable companion for years of study and devotion, the NLT SonRise is a lasting treasure worthy of being passed down through generations.
The blue leather and three page ribbons are beautiful.The Bible binding is high quality. Enjoying the larger print and the blue words instead of red. This is my first NLT Bible and am liking the translation. The pictures are an added bonus.
I recently purchased this Bible, and I am very impressed with its quality. The materials feel durable and well-made, and the print is clear and easy to read. I truly enjoy using this Bible for my daily reading and study—it has quickly become a treasured addition to my collection. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a reliable and enjoyable Bible to read.
For a truly beautiful gift Bible of the highest quality, Humble Lamb cannot be beat. This Bible is for another very special friend, and for this one I chose the Ocean Blue calfskin. Although slightly thicker than the goatskin covers, the calfskin is soft and supple with a luxurious feel. One might compare it to the beautifully marbled calfskin offerings of Schuyler Bibles, but the Humble Lamb in my opinion is even better. The feel is both soft and textured, drawing the hand to keep wanting to hold it and not put it down. The marbling is particularly lovely in this blue shade and blends beautifully with the blue accents, thoughtfully designed drop caps, and words of Christ in blue. Complemented by all 220 classic illustrations of Gustave Doré, the NLT Sonrise in Ocean Blue is a wonderful gift to present to someone you care about. Thank you, Humble Lamb!
I’ve struggled to read my Bible consistently because it’s hard for me to stay focused. The Humble Lamb SonRise has completely changed that for me. Now I read almost every day. Even if I’m short on time I’ll read at least three chapters. When my schedule is clear I’ll sometimes read ten or more. I can’t wait to get home, open my Bible, and pick up where I left off the day before.
The single-column layout makes it easy to keep reading and I love coming across an illustration and getting to see what I just read. The leather feels incredible and the craftsmanship is excellent. Perfect weight, perfect size. I highly recommend the SonRise, NLT has become one of my favorite translations. My vote is to go for the full yapp! If you’re anything like me you’ll get hooked on HL Bibles too.
This Bible is for a special gift. As always, Humble Lamb provides wonderful packaging that really adds to the anticipation of the beautiful Bible within. And when you want to gift the Bible it is easy to open and inspect everything and take pictures and then put the slipcovers back on and put it back in the box just the way you found it so the recipient can fully enjoy the inbox ingredients too. The updated NLT Sonrise is beautifully designed with a full yapp cover and the Sahara blue goatskin provides stunning contrast with the Desert Sky lining. The goatskin is also even higher in quality and exquisitely soft and flexible. I chose the fore-edge gilt, which tells a story in itself. The 10 point Milo typeface is clear and easy to read with single page layout, beautiful drop- caps and all 220 Gustave Doré illustrations. Beautifully done, Humble Lamb!
I’m really loving this Bible! The NLT has been a translation that’s growing on me so much for its readability, but man with this blue gilt and calfskin cover!!
Great bible, I was excited to get it , it is even better in person , from the blue letters to the leather , to the thickness of the pages , overall great bible !! Highly recommend to get one
This is my 5th offering from HL and this one stood out to me a little more, maybe because of the brighter color, or maybe it was the contrast stitching and the ribbon color… The new version of the SonRise is an improvement over the previous printing, but both are quality Bibles that should last a long time…
My critique would be when making the lighter colored leathers is to do the spine stamping in a black to allow it to stand out… The gold stamping is washed out on the Coastline color…
Best Bible I will ever own.
I really like the new format of the NLT Sunrise. One of my favorite improvements is how the text has been pushed out of the gutter, making it much easier and more comfortable to read. The pages feel more open and the overall design is clean and well thought out. A great improvement in readability and presentation.
I must say,this is a wonderful Bible.
I waited for a while for the NLT to return.It was well worth the wait.
I had my heart set on the Forest Green.
As I have started reading through several sections,I really appreciate the quality of it.
For starters the feel and the look of the cover,then opening to see the bright pages and beautiful illustrations,the words of Jesus in blue I know are different but stunning as well.
I like the cross references at the bottom of the page,and the maps are so clean and crisp.
Humble Lamb,I say well done!
This is a winner!
Beautiful Bible. Would've preferred a slightly larger font but that's not a deal breaker. Very premium feel and look.
The second edition is a great improvement, better leather, build, print, and much more!
The most beautiful Bible I've ever owned. My last one was cheap and the quality of paper is poor. This will be a lifetime Bible for sure.
Overall I’m very pleased with my purchase. The workmanship and quality are very good. The packaging was protective so the Bible arrived un-damaged. The package arrived in a timely fashion. I would recommend it to others.
This Bible exceeded my expectations. I knew it would be beautiful, but in person, it is truly exquisite! The quality is remarkable, and I am happy and grateful to have this as my forever bible. 💜
The NLT Sonrise bible is near perfect. There are ZERO issues with text being lost in the gutter unlike some reviews I've read. I got the green with green colour gilt. The green gilt combined with the text makes reading the text easy on the eyes.
The leather and ribbons are soft and well made. In fact, I find the leather and the ribbons to be better in quality than a Schuyler bible! It's that good!!!
I do find the drop caps for some of the letters hard to read. I wish Humble Lamb would consider releasing this in the future WITHOUT the illustrations. I have autism and find it totally distracting. I just want to focus on the word.
Overall the NLT Sonrise is the only premium single column bible on the market. I highly recommend it, especially in a colour gilt.
Have been waiting for what seemed like forever to order and receive the NLT Sonrise in red! It was soooo worth the wait. Quite a work of art,a masterpiece! Thanks for remembering those of us who wanted the Sonrise. I know you were quite busy with the BSB(which
I got) and the new one ,95'NASB. Kudos 👏
