The Gospel of John: Ignatius Catholic Study Bible

Ignatius Catholic Study Bible

by Scott Hahn, Curtis Mitch

Based on the Revised Standard Version - Catholic Edition, this fifth volume in this Bible study series leads readers through a penetrating study of the Gospel of John, using the biblical text itself and the Church's own guidelines for understanding the Bible. Ample notes accompany each page, providing fresh insights by renowned Bible teachers Scott Hahn and Curtis Mitch, as well as time-tested interpretations from the Fathers of the Church. These helpful study notes make explicit what John often assumes. They provide rich historical, cultural, or theological information pertinent to the Gospel.

The Ignatius Study Bible also includes Topical Essays, Word Studies and Charts. Each page also includes an easy-to-use Cross-Reference Section. Study Questions are provided for each chapter of the Gospel that can deepen your personal study of God's Holy Word. There is also an introductory essay covering questions of authorship, date, destination, structure and themes and an outline of the Gospel of John and several maps.

 "Once a generation a truly unique Bible tool is given to the Church. The Ignatius Study Bible is a gift for our generation. This is the most important book since the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Every parish study group and every student of Sacred Scripture should own and use this Bible."
-David Currie, Author, Born Fundamentalist, Born Again Catholic

Genres: Religion, Catholic, Nonfiction, Reference

222 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 2, 1995

About the author

Scott Hahn is a renowned Catholic theologian, apologist, speaker, and bestselling author whose work has had a profound impact on contemporary biblical theology and Catholic thought. A former Presbyterian minister, Hahn converted to Catholicism in 1986 after an intense personal and theological journey, which he details in his popular book Rome Sweet Home, co-written with his wife, Kimberly Hahn. Their story of conversion has inspired countless readers around the world and remains a landmark in modern Catholic apologetics.
Hahn holds the Father Michael Scanlan Chair of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he has taught since 1990. He is also the founder and president of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting biblical literacy among the laity and biblical fluency among clergy. Through the Center, Hahn leads a wide range of initiatives, including publications, pilgrimages, Bible studies, and the scholarly journal Letter and Spirit.
Educated at Grove City College (B.A.), Gordon–Conwell Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and Marquette University (Ph.D. in Systematic Theology), Hahn brings a deep academic foundation to his work. His dissertation, Kinship by Covenant, was later published by Yale University Press and received praise for its theological insight and scholarly rigor.
Throughout his career, Hahn has emphasized the covenant as the key to understanding salvation history, showing how the biblical narrative reveals a divine plan that unites all of humanity into God's family. His works explore themes such as the Eucharist, the role of Mary, the sacraments, and the authority of the Church, often drawing on the writings of the early Church Fathers to bridge the ancient faith with modern understanding.
He is the author or editor of over forty books, including The Lamb’s Supper, Hail, Holy Queen, First Comes Love, Letter and Spirit, Swear to God, Reasons to Believe, The Creed, The Fourth Cup, and Holy Is His Name. Many of his books have become staples in Catholic households, study groups, and seminaries.
In addition to his writing, Hahn is a highly sought-after speaker, having delivered thousands of lectures across the United States and abroad. He appears regularly on EWTN and has collaborated with Lighthouse Catholic Media to bring his teachings to an even broader audience.
Scott Hahn lives in Ohio with his wife Kimberly. They have six children and numerous grandchildren. Together, the Hahns continue to lead efforts in evangelization and Catholic education, embodying a lifelong commitment to deepening faith and understanding through Scripture and tradition.

Reviews

[Kirsten · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Bible study follows along the same structure as the other Gospel commentaries from Hahn and Mitch. The structure of the page is one third Bible and two thirds commentary. The work includes interpretation, word studies, mini essays and charts. Hahn and Mitch share their fresh insights alongside the time tested truths of the Early Fathers of the Church. Further, they have been able to maintain piety in their scholarship. They introduce the commentary and cover questions of authorship, date, destination, structure and themes. Hahn and Mitch refer to the Prologue in John as being like a musical overture. "Introducing the main themes of the Gospel to be developed in subsequent chapters: light (1:4), life (1:4), darkness (1:5), testimony (1:7),faith (1:12), glory (1:14), truth (1 : 17)". "This network of images and ideas is held together around Jesus the Word, who is portrayed as the Creator and Redeemer of all things." This is an accessible commentary for readers of various levels of Biblical understanding.

[Sabina Colleran · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really appreciated the way this study book was put together. the notes were simple and easy to follow and helped me go back over the text I'd just read, giving explanation to things I wouldn't have understood. it feels great to have read at least one book of the Bible from start to finish

[January · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've never read this gospel in its entirety before now. By favorite by far.

[Jessie]

This was the first time I had read the Gospel of John while also reading the footnotes. Sometimes I would write down a question, then read the footnote, and go "ohhhhh." So they were very helpful in understanding! I also liked the study questions at the back for understanding and application. They would be great discussion questions in a small group or journaling prompts. I am looking forward to going back again and reading this once more, but also excited to read the other gospels and the other Ignatius Study Bibles I have available to me.

[mk · Rating 5 out of 5]

just read the gospel in new testament class!

[Kathryn · Rating 3 out of 5]

more class reading. easy to read narrative version.