The 10 Best Pocket Bibles

Digitally typeset and meticulously crafted to last for decades of reference, the Douay-Rheims Flexible (appx. $44) strives to offer the Word of God in an appealing, yet portable, package that features the New and Old Testaments; vibrant, full-color maps; and 32 remastered engravings.

The ESV New Testament with Psalms and Proverbs is an exquisite little book that you can slip into your bag or store in your glovebox for on-the-go consultation. It boasts a charming goldenrod hue, strong Smyth-sewn binding, and a double-column format that's easy to read.

Simple and convenient, the ESV Value Compact (about $7) has pages thick enough to be written on without bleeding through, and it lies completely flat, so it can be scoured when set on a table or held aloft in one hand. Plus, the cover is outfitted with an elegant stamped border.

The Ignatius Revised Standard Version is a solid option for traditionalists, as its translation has opted to simply revise a few archaic words and leave the remaining text preserved. It complies with the publication guidelines set forth in the Liturgiam authenticam.

The Leathersoft Thinline (about $7) is a slim selection that will, nonetheless, provide you with the timeless King James translation in full. Its exclusive Comfort Print font is easy to read and won't strain your eyes, and the words of Christ are helpfully displayed in bold red.

Whether you've got a little one you'd like to inspire or require a few gentle reminders yourself, the My Little Bible is a petite volume that fits right into your wallet and is the ideal size for carrying on your person should you encounter someone who needs encouragement.

Crafted with an attractive, violet LuxLeather cover overlaid with debossed floral decoration and bound with pages edged in silver, the Christian Art Publishers KJV (around $9) has a host of helpful features, such as a lay-flat spine and a one-year reading plan to keep things on track.

Sly and unobtrusive, the Ministers NKJV (about $20) is constructed to rest flat and stay balanced in the palm of your hand, so you can use it graveside, at weddings, in hospitals and more, without feeling encumbered, plus it displays protocols smack dab in the center in a larger font.

The KJV Mini Edition (appx. $12) features a tough, zippered case with comely embossed scrollwork, so you can carry it with you safely wherever you go, whether you're wandering the world or simply commuting to work, and you'll find it easy to mark your place with its handy ribbon, too.

The Old Scofield Study (around $16) is a handsome, bonded basketweave leather volume intended for the student. Readers will appreciate its abundance of convenient learning tools, such as center-column references, detailed introductions, chronologies, and in-depth explanations.