[1] The 2008 OSB's Old Testament is a translation of the Septuagint developed by St. Athanasius Academy of Orthodox Theology.

[1][4][a] The 2008 OSB's New Testament is the NKJV, which translates the Greek Textus Receptus used by the Eastern Orthodox Church.

[6] The overview committee included fourteen archbishops, metropolitans, and bishops from various Orthodox jurisdictions, as well as eight priests and seven lay scholars.

[6] Articles provide guidance and support for many facets of the Orthodox faith which can be confusing or unknown to those unacquainted with the Church.

[11] In addition, the OSB provides basic daily prayers,[12] a lectionary for personal use,[13] and reproductions of icons in its pages.