NIV Dramatized Audio Bible
by Zondervan
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Book Summary Information
Author: ZondervanEdition: MP3 CD
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Format: MP3 Audio, Unabridged
Published: 2004-10-12
ISBN: 031092264X
Publisher: Zondervan
Book Reviews of NIV Dramatized Audio Bible
Book Review: God tries to reach us and touch us in different ways; I think this is one.
Summary: 5 Stars
I received this audio bible as my birthday present. I think no present is more precious than the own words of God. I hope this review would be helpful to those who are interested but still hesitating to get a copy of this product:
MUSIC
The background music is kept to minimum. It doesn't aim to stir one's emotion, but to set the ambience right. The volume is not high so it is not distracting at all. For instance, while Jesus is preaching, the music is light-hearted and gentle. While Jesus is tempted by the devil in the desert, there is this melody which slightly highlights the sense of danger and tension. For most of the time when the narrator speaks, the melody is soothe and relaxing. A little music really makes it easier to listen through the narration.
SOUND EFFECT
Now this is a "dramatized" version and perhaps one would wonder whether it is "over-dramatized". Here are some examples how the sound effect is done:
- water flew when Jesus was baptized
- rooster crew immediately after Peter denied Jesus thrice
- donkey hoofs kicked the ground when Jesus entered Jerusalem triumphantly
- coins splashed on the ground when Jesus cleansed the temple
- soldiers spat and struck when they mocked Jesus
- etc
The sound effect makes you feel like you are right there in the scene. It stimulates imagination instantly. Most of all, the music and sound effect together keep you from dozing off.
VOICE
Before getting this audio bible, my main concern was whether I would mistake the actor's voice as Jesus's voice (likewise God's, Satan's and other characters' voices). I had a worry that after repetitive listening I would subconsciously take that voice as Jesus's. But fortunately, no, I didn't. After a year of listening, I am still 100% aware that it was the actor's voice. I understand that Jesus's voice might sound different. I think most of you reading the review of this product might have seen movies or drawings of Jesus (or other characters in the bible) somewhere else. I believe you won't instantly take that image as Jesus, right? It's the same when I listen to this audio bible. I keep telling myself it is only recorded by human voice. So I don't have the problem of confusion whether Jesus's voice was like that. (After all, Jesus doesn't speak English but probably Aramaic with some Hebrew and Greek.)
ACTING
Some people have comments on how the actors and actresses articulate their voices, accents, emotions, etc in this recording. I do not have much problem with that. Bottom line is, I think the production team did this in a very respectful way. I feel very comfortable listening to that.
PRONUNCIATION
I am not an English native speaker. Most of the vocabularies in the bible are unfamiliar to me, pronunciation-wise. I am very glad to know how most of the names of persons and places are pronounced. I truly recommend this to all non-English-native-speakers who are studying the bible in English. For native speakers, there are also some benefits in terms of pronunciation. Do you know how to read "Eloi, Eloi, Lama Sabachthani? (Oh God, oh God, why have you forsaken me?)" as Jesus shouted on the cross?
PRICE
Is it expensive? Yes, if you unpack and place it in your bookshelf to collect dust. No, if you transfer it to your ipod or cellphone and listen to it (God's words) anywhere anytime you like. It definitely would be worth the price if you can share it with your family and friends, particularly those who have the resistance of being forced to accept the gospel. I have family members and friends who are interested in knowing God but at this moment not that comfortable being pushed by other Christians. It would be perfect to let them listen to the bible themselves so as to allow time and space for them get close to God in their own pace at this stage.
OVERALL
I am very thankful that I can understand God in this way by listening to His story. I can't imagine what I would have missed if I didn't have the chance in experience God's word in this way. I can't help but wonder whether it is just another way God tries to speak to me. If that is the case, I am very much flattered. As it is said, we didn't choose God, it's God who chose us. Perhaps God is trying to speak to you too.
Hope this review would be useful to you. God bless.
Summary of NIV Dramatized Audio Bible
The complete Bible---6 disk MP3 set includes both Old and New Testaments Features: * New International Version---today's most read, most trusted translation * Multiple-voice dramatization brings the Bible to life with world-class narration and colorful, true-to-the-text character renderings * Fully orchestrated background with sound effects provides maximum enhancement of the text reading * Digital engineering from start to finish delivers the ultimate in clarity and listening enjoyment * Brief book introductions give you a quick, preparatory overview of each book of the Bible * Running time 76 hoursBibles Books
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