The Essential Bible Dictionary
Key Insights for Reading God's Word
Published on 27. August 2011
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-0-310-27821-4 (ISBN)
Description
Provides quick and reliable information on the most important people, places, and concepts found in the Bible, as well as explanations for difficult-to-understand terms. The Essential Bible Dictionary is a compact reference tool for any reader of Scripture.
Unlike similar Bible dictionaries and study aids, this essential dictionary is designed to streamline Bible reading and comprehension and is focused exclusively on proper nouns and words for which a special biblical usage requires comment.
In addition to defining words, places, people, and the many themes of the Bible, you'll find:
Full-color images, maps, illustrations, and diagrams throughout.
Succinct book overviews (arranged alphabetically) with orientating information on author, content, background, and purpose.
Phonetic pronunciation key for each entry.
Important cross-references for further study.
Ideal for use in devotions or personal Bible study, The Essential Bible Dictionary is a storehouse of information that will bring the everyday world of the Bible to life.
Can be used with any translation of the Bible.
Unlike similar Bible dictionaries and study aids, this essential dictionary is designed to streamline Bible reading and comprehension and is focused exclusively on proper nouns and words for which a special biblical usage requires comment.
In addition to defining words, places, people, and the many themes of the Bible, you'll find:
Full-color images, maps, illustrations, and diagrams throughout.
Succinct book overviews (arranged alphabetically) with orientating information on author, content, background, and purpose.
Phonetic pronunciation key for each entry.
Important cross-references for further study.
Ideal for use in devotions or personal Bible study, The Essential Bible Dictionary is a storehouse of information that will bring the everyday world of the Bible to life.
Can be used with any translation of the Bible.
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Grand Rapids
United States
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
sewn/stitched
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 185 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
703 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-310-27821-4 (9780310278214)
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Person
Moises Silva taught biblical studies at Westmont College, Westminster Theological Seminary, and Gordon-Conwell Seminary. He is the author or coauthor of eight books and the revising editor of the Zondervan Encyclopedia of the Bible.