"Paving the Way with the Title The Case for Christ: Bi-Character Chinese Parallel Read Edition"

In 2000, when Rock House Publishers translated and published The Case for Christ by Lee Strobel, we couldn’t have anticipated the creative opportunities that would emerge decades later. Lee Strobel, a journalist-turned-Christian apologist, crafted this book as a powerful investigative journey into the life and divinity of Jesus Christ. The compelling story has touched countless lives, inspiring both believers and seekers to dive deeper into the evidence for faith in Christ.

Fast forward to 2024—our Traditional Chinese (TC) edition of this book had completely sold out, with only a few copies of the Simplified Chinese (SC) edition remaining. This presented a unique challenge: how could we reprint this classic in a way that served readers of both character systems simultaneously? Out of necessity came inspiration, as we embraced the opportunity to design a Bi-Character Chinese Parallel Read edition.

Have you noticed the intricate design of the characters “審” and “宙” on the cover of The Case for Christ? These two characters have different forms in Traditional Chinese (TC) and Simplified Chinese (SC), yet we skillfully merged them into one, allowing readers to recognize both versions at a glance. Moreover, the design incorporates two distinct colors: the “white” portions highlight the SC character, while the “purple” portions emphasize the TC character. This creates a harmonious yin-yang effect, enhancing the visual appeal and enabling readers to naturally follow the text from left to right and top to bottom. The possibility of such a design seems almost preordained 20 years ago, as the selection of the title’s characters paved the way for today’s Bi-Character Chinese Parallel Read Edition. Step by step, grace by grace, this is truly God’s wondrous work in our literary ministry.

This milestone reminds us of God’s foresight and grace. Twenty years ago, the Chinese title for this book was thoughtfully crafted, paving the way for this harmonious design today. Moreover, the interior layout echoes this spirit, presenting both TC and SC characters side-by-side for a unified reading experience.

Have you noticed the intricate design of the characters “審” and “宙” on the cover of The Case for Christ?

At its heart, this project demonstrates the unity and diversity within God’s creation. Through this bi-character design, readers can encounter and learn from the cultural nuances embedded in each writing system. It’s an opportunity to spread His Word more effectively and inclusively, allowing readers to delve into The Case for Christ while reflecting on the richness of our shared faith.

We thank the Lord for enabling us to accomplish this, and we invite you to join us in this journey—to sow seeds of the Gospel into hearts across the world, one precious word at a time.