Who Is This For?
Best For:
Thematic Bible study, seeing connections across Scripture, study group use.
Not Ideal For:
General Bible reading, those wanting complete Bible, devotional use.
Strengths & Limitations
✓ Strengths of the OURB
- Rich cross-referencing
- Shows Scripture connections
- Good for thematic study
- Careful selection of texts
✗ Limitations to Consider
- Very limited book coverage
- Not complete Bible
- Study focus may not suit all readers
Overview
The One Unity Resource Bible is a study-oriented Scripture resource containing selected books with extensive cross-references and study helps designed to show connections throughout Scripture.
Want to read the OURB Bible online? Use our Bible search tool to find any verse, or start reading from Genesis.
Notable Features of the OURB
- Extensive cross-references
- Study-focused
- Selected books only
- Unity of Scripture emphasis
- Thematic connections
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the One Unity Resource Bible?
The One Unity Resource Bible is a study-oriented Scripture resource containing selected books with extensive cross-references and study helps designed to show connections throughout Scripture.
How can I read the OURB Bible online?
You can read and search the One Unity Resource Bible online for free at Acts1 Family. Use our Bible search tool to find any verse, chapter, or keyword in the OURB translation.
When was the OURB Bible published?
The One Unity Resource Bible was first published in 2018. It is classified as a Formal Equivalence translation with a 10th Grade reading level.
Who should use the OURB Bible?
Thematic Bible study, seeing connections across Scripture, study group use.
How does the OURB compare to other Bible translations?
The One Unity Resource Bible (OURB) is a Formal Equivalence translation. Compare it with other versions like the KJV, ASV, or NIV using our Bible comparison tools to find the best translation for your needs.
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Start ReadingHistory
Complete History of the OURB Translation
The One Unity Resource Bible was developed as a study tool emphasizing the unity and interconnection of biblical texts. Rather than providing a complete Bible translation, it focuses on selected books presented with extensive cross-references, thematic connections, and study helps.
The project aims to help readers see how various biblical passages relate to one another, tracing themes and concepts across different books and testaments.
Translators
Meet the 1 Key Translators and Contributors
OURB Editorial Team
Editors
A team focused on developing study resources showing Scripture's interconnections.
Textual Basis
Manuscript Sources and Translation Methodology
Standard biblical texts with extensive cross-referencing and study apparatus.
Reception
Scholarly Praise
"OUR Bible provides 440+ Messianic prophecy references, the 613 commands categorized within the Ten Commandments, and literal translations of divine names—designed to build common ground between Jewish and Christian readers."
— Thomas Robinson, One Unity Resource Bible Introduction (2019) [source]
Scholarly Concerns
The extensive apparatus and resources, while valuable for study, may overwhelm readers seeking a straightforward reading text.
— Amazon Reviews, OUR Bible Reviews (2024) [source]
Revision History
View 1 Major Revisions and Updates
- 2018 Initial release with selected books.
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