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Catholic Bibles

Catholic Bibles are distinguished by the inclusion of the full canon of Scripture recognised by the Roman Catholic Church, which comprises the 73 books affirmed at the Council of Trent in the 16th century. In addition to the 66 books common to Protestant editions, Catholic Bibles include the Deuterocanonical books such as Tobit, Sirach, and 1–2 Maccabees. Widely used translations include the New Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (NRSV-CE), the New American Bible Revised Edition (NABRE), the Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition (RSV-CE), the English Standard Version Catholic Edition (ESV-CE) and the Jerusalem Bible, the translation used for Mass readings in Australia. These editions often include introductions, cross-references, and explanatory notes that reflect Catholic theological perspectives and traditions. Many Catholic Bibles also feature devotional content, lectionary readings, and prayers that support both private devotion and participation in the sacramental life of the Church. With editions ranging from study Bibles to pocket-sized formats, Catholic Bibles continue to nourish the faith of millions worldwide.

 

Shop Catholic Bibles online with delivery Australia-wide, or visit your nearest Koorong store. You can also explore our Roman Catholic resources, or use our Bible Guide to help you choose a translation.

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CEV Holy Bible Catholic Edition With Encyclopedia
CEV Holy Bible Catholic Edition With EncyclopediaBible Society Australia
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$39.99

RSV Ignatius Catholic Study Bible (2nd Catholic Edition)
RSV Ignatius Catholic Study Bible (2nd Catholic Edition)Ignatius Press
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$139.99

ESV-CE Holy Bible With Apocrypha
ESV-CE Holy Bible With ApocryphaSociety For Promoting Christian Knowledge Spck
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$37.99

Nabre Nab Revised Catholic
Nabre Nab Revised CatholicBible Society Australia
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$19.99

The Jerusalem Bible Popular Edition, Blue
The Jerusalem Bible Popular Edition, Blue
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$69.99

CEV Young Christian's First Bible With Deuterocanonicals/Apocrypha
CEV Young Christian's First Bible With Deuterocanonicals/ApocryphaBible Society Australia
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NRSV Catholic Bible Large Print Red
NRSV Catholic Bible Large Print Red
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$99.99

RSV2CE Thinline Large Print Catholic Bible, Brown
RSV2CE Thinline Large Print Catholic Bible, Brown
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$89.99

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a Catholic Bible and a Protestant Bible?
A Catholic Bible has 73 books and a Protestant Bible has 66. The difference is in the Old Testament. Catholic Bibles include Tobit, Judith, 1 and 2 Maccabees, Wisdom, Sirach and Baruch, plus longer versions of Esther and Daniel. Catholics call these the deuterocanonical books, and Protestants usually call them the Apocrypha.
Which Bible translation is used at Mass in Australia?
Mass readings in Australia come from the Jerusalem Bible, the translation used in the Australian Lectionary since the 1960s. The bishops of Australia, Ireland and New Zealand are preparing a new Lectionary based on the Revised New Jerusalem Bible.
Which Catholic Bible translation should I choose?
Each translation suits a different reader:

Jerusalem Bible: the wording you hear at Mass in Australia.
NRSV-CE: accurate and widely used in Catholic schools and study, and approved by the Australian bishops for liturgical use.
RSV-CE: a traditional, formal translation favoured by many Catholic readers. The RSV2CE updates its older "thee" and "thou" wording.
NABRE: the translation of the US bishops, and the basis of several popular Catholic study Bibles.
ESV-CE: a word-for-word translation, now used for Mass readings in England and Wales.
Easier reading: the Good News Bible and CEV Catholic editions, both published by Bible Society Australia.
What does "imprimatur" mean in a Catholic Bible?
An imprimatur is a bishop's official declaration that a book is free from doctrinal error. It's printed at the front of most Catholic Bibles. It tells you the translation and its notes have been approved for Catholic use.
What's a good Catholic Bible for First Communion or Confirmation?
For First Communion, choose a children's Catholic Bible written for their reading age. Many come in white or gift editions with a presentation page. For Confirmation, a Catholic youth Bible or a full Catholic Bible with notes for young people makes a lasting gift.