NASB, The MacArthur Study Bible

A comprehensive study edition of the New American Standard Bible featuring in-depth notes, cross-references, commentary, and articles to enrich Bible reading and personal study.

History & Background

The New American Standard Bible was first published in 1960 by the Lockman Foundation as a rigorous update to the American Standard Version of 1901. Known as the most literally accurate English translation, it was revised in 1995 and again in 2020. Scholars and pastors prize it above all others for in-depth word study.

Canon Proximity Rating

Canon Proximity10.0 / 10 — Exceptional

Strictly 66 books; considered the most literal word-for-word English translation available.

Rating Scale

9–10: Formally equivalent, 66 books

7–8: Dynamic equiv., 66 books

5–6: Includes Apocrypha

1–4: Major departures / additions