The popular Thompson® Chain-Reference® Bible—for more than 100 years published by Kirkbride Bible Company, Inc.—will now be published by Zondervan, part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing.
The Thompson Chain-Reference Bible is a well-known topical study Bible first published in 1908 using the King James Version (KJV) Bible translation. Today it’s also available with four more translations: New King James Version (NKJV); New International Version (NIV); New American Standard Bible (NASB); and the English Standard Version (ESV).
In 1890, Dr. Frank Charles Thompson, creator of the Thompson Chain-Reference system, began working on the “chain-links” that are the foundation of the unique Thompson referencing system used by millions of Bible readers internationally. Published at the turn of the 20th century, it retains its appeal and now contains over 100,000 references, archeological notes, journey maps, and over 100 helpful features to enhance personal or group Bible study.
“Zondervan is honored to uphold the Thompson Chain-Reference Bible’s legacy. It’s a timeless resource that brings us new opportunities to reach Bible readers who are interested in the study of topics linked throughout God’s Word,” says Melinda Bouma, vice president and publisher, Zondervan Bibles. “With this Bible, the Kirkbride Bible Company has helped people around the world to have a more engaged and enriched relationship with our Creator and we’re thrilled to now carry that work forward. We’re committed to invest and revive this innovative reference Bible and expand its distribution.”
“On behalf of my family and in honoring the legacy of Dr. Thompson, I’m grateful for the missional alignment with Zondervan Bibles in reaching more people with the Thompson Chain-Reference Bible, now and in the future,” says Michael Gage, president and CEO, Kirkbride Bible Company.
The first new editions of the Thompson Chain-Reference Bibles published by Zondervan will be released in May 2021. Thompson Chain-Reference Bibles that will feature the Comfort Print® fonts, as part of the company’s Beautiful Bibles initiative, will begin releasing in May 2022.
For more information on the Comfort Print Bibles initiative, visit www.comfortprintbibles.com.
About Zondervan
Zondervan (@Zondervan) is a world leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications. Zondervan, part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., delivers transformational Christian experiences through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, academic resources, and digital products. The company’s products are sold worldwide and translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan offices are located in Grand Rapids, Mich. For additional information, please visit www.zondervan.com.
About HarperCollins Christian Publishing
The world’s leading Christian publisher, HarperCollins Christian Publishing Inc. (@HCChristianPub), comprises the Thomas Nelson and Zondervan publishing groups, BibleGateway.com, FaithGateway.com and ChurchSource.com. The Company produces bestselling Bibles, inspirational books, academic resources, curriculum, audio and digital content for the Christian market space. Bible Gateway is the world’s largest Christian website with more than 20 million unique monthly visitors. HarperCollins Christian Publishing is headquartered in Nashville, TN with additional offices in Grand Rapids, Mich. and Mexico City, Mexico. For more information visit www.HarperCollinsChristian.com.
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