“I've seen publishings of the Bible in other mediums/forms/compilations, but never an actual "extracting" of an individual book set to pictures. Though I doubt the concept is "new," and that many have tried pairing stylized imagery with the Holy Scriptures. And yet, it's hard to imagine it being done any better or more reverentially than Alabaster's masterpiece, "Book of Psalms." The Word Himself is of course divine. But finding the right images to print alongside such themes as heartbreak, fear, selflessness, and all the other emotions and circumstances surrounding the human condition is no easy feat. But the image choice is as varied as the range of Psalms itself. None of the photography selections are lewd or inappropriate for the textthey evoke strong feeling through/in the subjects captured/represented on-page. I personally like the "clean" and almost "featherweight" air to the design and structure of the book, even as the passages depict the depth of human suffering and regret. The text is easy to read, and makes for a wonderful gift for friends and family, or even as a centerpiece for a table display.
I'm proud to have supported this project since its Kickstarter release, and have since sown "Book of Psalms" (and other products by Alabaster Co.) into the lives of others, spreading the timeless message of hope and grace and the goodness of God so desperately needed in today's world. I give this item, as well as the company behind it, my highest recommendation. God bless.”
“This softcover, durable paper in this arrangement of the Psalms is more than beautiful or novel. I have found it provoking and engaging of my mind in new ways--it doesn't replace the Scripture, it sets it off like velvet behind diamonds. It supplements the reading, but doesn't supplant the truth.”
“This softcover, durable paper in this arrangement of the Psalms is more than beautiful or novel. I have found it provoking and engaging of my mind in new ways--it doesn't replace the Scripture, it sets it off like velvet behind diamonds. It supplements the reading, but doesn't supplant the truth.”
“The alabaster line of beautiful books of the bible is breathtaking. They bring new life to the reading of the scriptures and put the mind and eyes at ease as you wander through. I personally use these when I want to read the bible for enjoyment.”
“The alabaster line of beautiful books of the bible is breathtaking. They bring new life to the reading of the scriptures and put the mind and eyes at ease as you wander through. I personally use these when I want to read the bible for enjoyment.”
“This softcover, durable paper in this arrangement of the Psalms is more than beautiful or novel. I have found it provoking and engaging of my mind in new ways--it doesn't replace the Scripture, it sets it off like velvet behind diamonds. It supplements the reading, but doesn't supplant the truth.”
“The alabaster line of beautiful books of the bible is breathtaking. They bring new life to the reading of the scriptures and put the mind and eyes at ease as you wander through. I personally use these when I want to read the bible for enjoyment.”
“I really like all the Books of the Bible that Alabaster has released. They started on Kickstarter and have taken off from there. Buy one or all and you won't be disappointed. They make a good conversation starter with a fresh and contemporary look. New Living Translation from Tyndale House Publishers. They are printed on a little heavier paper and with some spacing for easier reading. I'm waiting for their next release. I plan on carrying mine with me to the beach and appointment waiting rooms where I like pages that turn as I read.”
