only English version fully Jewish in style and presentation -- Old & New Testament -- follows the Hebrew Bible order of the Old Testament books -- makes no separation between "Old" and "New" Testaments -- clarifies misunderstandings by recognizing the Jewish historical/cultural background of the text -- offers the original Hebrew names for people, places, and concepts, using easy-to-read English transliterations and pronunciations -- focuses on Messianic prophecy -- gives the traditional weekly and holiday synagogue readings, plus relevant readings from the New Testament -- comprehensive introduction -- a pronouncing explanatory glossary -- a reverse glossary -- special maps to aid in Bible understanding