Gospel of Matthew - Alabaster Bible

by Alabaster Co., New Living Translation (Translator)

The Bible Beautiful. Visual imagery & thoughtful design integrated within the Gospel of Matthew. Recently funded on Kickstarter.

Goodness and truth are two values often used to describe the character of God. In addition, Christian theologians have long described beauty as a third inseparable reality which together with goodness and truth, paint a full picture of who God is.

Alabaster aims to give the reader a fresh visual experience and heightened level of contemplation while reading this ancient text, that ultimately points to the beauty of God.

Features Include:

15lb cover paper (matted) for covers of each Gospel  80lb text paper (unmatted) for insides of each Gospel  7.5" x 9.5", Perfect binding

104 pages, paperback

Published January 1, 2017

About the author

Alabaster explores the intersection of creativity, beauty, and faith through original artistic content and stories of makers/doers.

Reviews

[Lauren Beale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great content! Some of the pictures are stunning; others are too abstract for my taste.

[Charity M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alabaster has done an amazing job in depicting the books of the Bible in a beautiful way. The photos correspond with the story of each chapter and gives you a visual glimpse. It's not too overpowering, as if you were reading a picture book, yet compliments the essence of the reading. I like how the paragraphs are titled and informs you on what you're about to read. The overall look is modern, clean, and creative.

I enjoyed this rendition of Matthew very much as the font is captivating and easy to read, while the imagery is artistic. I usually find it hard to read through some areas of the Bible like the genealogies, but Alabaster formatted it in a way where I could just breeze through different sections and it's not too overwhelming. Reading the Bible has always uplifted my life and strengthened my faith, but Alabaster has done an excellent job in capturing my attention as I dive into the Word.

*My copy of the book was complimentary through Alabaster's Influencer Program, but the opinions are my own*

[Aaron]

How do you want to begin the new year? Alabaster is here with some literal Good News. They are releasing a new edition of their Gospel on Matthew - and it is giving me hope in God.

Calm and Cool

Alabaster has enhanced their iconic aesthetic. This second edition features a new distinct cover, color story, and includes a wider range of global artists. The blue and white ocean waves set the tone for the rest of the book, and the photos throughout make for a calm and cool reading experience.

Described as a perfect paperback, this book is softcover, 120 pages, perfect bound, and printed in full color on uncoated paper in Canada. The dimensions are 7.5 in x 9.5 in. It uses the NLT translation, which is excellent for this type of reading experience.

To the End of the Age

As I looked through the pages, I couldn’t help but feel excited for what God is doing. 2020 has been a difficult year, but God grants peace and calms our anxious hearts.

Reading this new edition of Matthew is the perfect way to start the new year. Be grounded in God’s Word from the beginning. No matter what the new year will bring, Christ is with us always, to the end of the age.

My copy of the Gospel of Matthew - Alabaster Bible 2nd Ed. was complimentary through Alabaster’s Influencer Program.

[Maggie Cayangyang · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alabaster never fails to amaze me with its beautiful portrayal of the Word. The images in the Gospel of Matthew compliment the Scripture so well and visualize the stories so creatively. I love how the thematic blue hues are carried throughout the book. As for the other Gospel books, I love how they each have their own thematic color! I love the Gospels because we get to look into the window of Jesus’ heart through these words. Reading through this particular publication of Matthew is just a beautiful reading experience in general because of the images, formatting, and creativity. Get these books!! I’m a senior in college and having Alabaster books out on my coffee table in my apartment is always so fun because they catch the eyes of even college students. They’re beautiful and irresistible!

I received a complimentary copy of the book through Alabaster’s Influencer Program but all thoughts and opinions are my own!

[Royce · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book of Matthew is a great addition to my ever-growing collection by Alabaster Co. I just love how this exceeds any of the other gospels and indicates that Matthew had the Jewish population in mind when he sat down to write. The connections between Jesus and the Old Testament provide ample prophetic evidence for Jesus’s ministry but also give contemporary readers a glimpse into how first-century readers approached the Old Testament with a Christ-centered mind-set. Overall this redesigned book is not just beautiful, but it’s powerful!

I received a complimentary copy of this book through Alabaster’s influencer Program. Personally this book has allowed me to dive in deeper in God’s Word, enhancing my daily readings and devotional time. Thanks again for such a wonderful addition to my library of the beautiful Alabaster Co. Bible Collection!

[Darian Esser · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am completely in love with this book. The imagery is stunningly beautiful and compliments the writings so perfectly. I love having a new way to read the Bible. With the busyness of work and everyday life, this book has sparked a new and exciting routine for me that creates a space for me to sit down, unwind, and experience God's word a new way. I am thankful to have been gifted these books by Alabaster Co. and I would recommend to anyone.

[Lyndsie Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Biblical authors used so many examples of nature to describe character, feelings, attributes, etc. Are modern culture just doesn't think that way as much. We use words and descriptions to explain something. But what Alabaster has done has helped us bridge those two styles...getting our minds to think more like the Biblical authors wrote...to read beyond just the text, and to explore visuals, using both art and nature to work in harmony with the text. And it is really beautiful.

[Brittli · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am so excited about Alabaster’s newest release of all 4 gospels!! I do think the book of Matthew could have used a little more cohesiveness from the pictures to the text. I didn’t see much corresponding thoughts between the two - I would rather have seen the pictures correlate to the text more. But overall, what an aesthetically pleasing touch to add to a beautiful book of the Bible. I was generously gifted this book through the Alabaster Influencer Program!

[Sarah Phillips · Rating 5 out of 5]

Alabaster has done it again! This 2nd edition book of Matthew is simply stunning. The clean and simple aesthetics draw me in to read more. I’m so excited to add this new Bible book to my growing collection of fine Alabaster books.


(I received a sample copy through Alabaster’s Influencer Program, but all opinions are my own.)

[Ryan King · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you need to re-approach any book of the bible this is the way to do it. Alabaster helps slow you down with thought provoking visuals and tasteful page layouts. I am really enjoying the NLT as well.

[Timilyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Um, not sure how to wrote a review of Scripture...😄

[Kelly Veatch · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is so beautiful. It has beautiful photos throughout. I always love reading through this gospel.

[Theresa · Rating 5 out of 5]

These are beautiful books with gorgeous photography throughout. My son gave me this set of the 4 Gospels for Christmas. I wept when I opened them.

[Neil White · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love the idea for this series. Art is subjective and there were some of the images that I didn't make a connection with but others were very well done.