Meet the legendary 1966 Jerusalem Bible — the first modern Catholic English translation produced directly from Hebrew and Greek, created by some of the finest scholars and writers of the 20th century… including J.R.R. Tolkien himself.
Yes, that Tolkien. His fingerprints are on the translation of Jonah and other sections, making this edition a must-have piece for collectors of biblical literature and Tolkien fans alike.
This original 1966 hardback comes with its original slipcase, featuring the iconic gold Jerusalem Cross and the classic maroon binding. A gorgeous, clean example of one of the most important English Bibles of the modern era.
📍 Year: 1966 (First Edition)
📍 Publisher: Doubleday
📍 Includes: Original slipcase
📍 Features: Tolkien credited among contributing translators
📍 Condition: Very good — tight binding, clean pages, light slipcase wear
A perfect collector’s piece for biblical scholars, Catholics, Tolkien enthusiasts, and anyone who loves historically significant editions.