This revised version is a contemporary English translation without dumbing-down the text. This second edition of the RSV doesn't put the biblical text through a filter to make it acceptable to current tastes and prejudices, and it retains the beauty of the RSV language that has made it such a joy to read and reflect on the Word of God. Now the only Catholic Bible in standard English is even more beautiful in word and design!Features:Beautifully designed typeset with a 9/10 font sizeFlexible leather coverThe RSV, second Catholic edition is the only Bible translation that uses standard (non-feminist) English and is in conformity with the Church's translation guidelines found in the Vatican document, Liturgiam AuthenticamGold-edged pagesBeautiful gold-stamped icons on coverSilk ribbon markerExcellent portability at only 4 3/8" x 6 3/4" x 3/4"