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Encounter the Heart of God The Passion Translation® is a modern, easy-to-read Bible translation that unlocks the passion of God's heart and expresses his fiery love--merging emotion and life-changing truth. The Masterpiece Edition of this translation includes 60 inspiring devotions penned by author Cheryl Ricker and 60 breathtaking illustrations from the hand of artist Ron DiCianni. This Bible will evoke an overwhelming response in every reader, unfolding the deep mysteries of the Scriptures. If you are hungry for God, The Passion Translation will help you encounter his heart and know him more intimately. Fall in love with God all over again. NEW FEATURES Over 1000 new and revised in-depth footnotes with insightful study notes, commentary, word studies, cross references, and alternate translations Updated text 16 pages of full-color maps locating and identifying: Jesus' birth, early years, ministry, and last days major New Testament stories and their political backgrounds epic journeys and missions of the apostles Paul, Philip, and Peter the early church and seven churches of Revelation the territory of the Roman Empire the Holy Land today and in the time of Jesus STANDARD FEATURES Extensive introductions Contemporary 9-point font in traditional two-column format Premium Bible paper stitched together with layflat Smyth-sewn binding Exquisite faux leather with special heat debossing and foil stamping Ribbon marker