Christian Standard Bible CSB

Who made it?

Holman Bible Publishers; revision of the HCSB by a translation team and review committees.

Why was it made?

To balance linguistic precision and contemporary readability.

How did it develop?

The CSB grew out of the Holman Christian Standard Bible. A major review began in 2011 and the Christian Standard Bible was released in 2017. Its publishers describe the philosophy as optimal equivalence.

What source texts did it use?

BHS for Hebrew tradition; NA/UBS critical Greek editions