If you are looking for Bible study tools that are compact, easy to understand and do not require a Bible degree to use, then Zondervan’s Essential Bible Commentary for you. The Essential Bible Commentary is designed for Bible college students, Sunday School teachers, pastors wanting a quick reference resource, and anyone else interested in learning more about the background and meaning of the Bible. Arranged according to the books of the Bible for ease-of-use, this one volume commentary provides insights into the history, events, people and places found in the stories of Scripture. Compact in size but big in content, this reference tool will make a wonderful gift for all ages and will appeal to students of the Bible for years to come. (For use with any translation of the Bible.)