New Bible Dictionary: over 100 Christian Groups Clearly & Concisely Defined (Revised)

Jacket Description/Back: A classic A-to-Z reference work of Bible terms by an international team of over 150 scholars, now in its third, updated edition. Over 2,000 entries on the Bible's books, people, places, key words, and major doctrines; essential background information on the history, geography and customs of Israel and its Middle Eastern neighbors; up-to-date information on recent advances in the fields of biblical studies and archaeology; and a text highlighted with maps, family trees, line drawings, diagrams, charts, and illustrations. An index with 10,000 entries gives easy access to the massive amounts of information in the book. Brief Description: This magnificent and comprehensive Bible dictionary has set the standard for five decades. This third edition brings the work up to date with the latest developments in scholarship. The book is invaluable for everyone who wants to know the Bible beter. Brief Description: Including two thousand articles plus bibliographies, this volume is completely updated to incorporate the latest developments in biblical studies, ancient Near Eastern studies and archaeological finds. Edited by I. Howard Marshall, A. R. Millard, J. I. Packer and D. J. Wiseman. Table of Contents: Preface How to use this Dictionary Transliteration Abbreviations List of Contributors Dictionary articles Index List of Animals AcknowledgmentsPublisher Marketing: The New Bible Dictionary is a reference work ideally suited for people of all ages and backgrounds. This magnificent and comprehensive Bible dictionary has set the standard for evangelical Bible dictionaries for five decades. Now in its third, updated edition, it is the clear leader in its field. The third edition is an important step forward in bringing this classic work up to date with the latest developments in biblical studies, ancient Near Eastern studies and archaeological finds. One hundred of the most important articles have been revised and rewritten. All of the bibliographies have been revised, taking into account the vast increase in publications since the second edition was released. The third edition of theNew Bible Dictionary will increase the reader's knowledge and understanding of God's Word as no other single book can do. It is an invaluable reference book for schools and colleges, theological and Bible college students, ministers and laypeople, teachers and professional scholars--everyone who wants to know and understand the Bible better. Review Citations:

Booklist 03/15/1997 pg. 1259 (EAN 9780830814398, Hardcover)

Contributor Bio:  Marshall, I Howard I. Howard Marshall (Ph. D., University of Aberdeen; D. D., Asbury) is Emeritus Professor of New Testament Exegesis and Honorary Research Professor at the University of Aberdeen in Aberdeen, Scotland. Among his numerous publications on the New Testament are his commentaries on the Gospel of Luke, Acts, 1-2 Thessalonians, the Pastoral Epistles, 1 Peter and 1-3 John. He is coauthor of Exploring the New Testament: A Guide to the Letters and Revelation and coeditor of the New International Greek Testament Commentary series, as well as the author of the series' volume on Luke. He has also authored New Testament Theology: Many Witnesses, One Gospel. Contributor Bio:  Wiseman, Donald J Donald J. Wiseman is emeritus professor of Assyriology at the University of London in England. Contributor Bio:  Millard, A R Alan Millard is Rankin Professor of Hebrew and Ancient Semitic Languages at the University of Liverpool. He is the author of many articles and books as well as coeditor of the Dictionary of the Ancient Near East (British Museum Press) and a consulting editor for the New Bible Dictionary (IVP). Contributor Bio:  Packer, J I J. I. Packer is Board of Governors' Professor of Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia. He also serves as contributing editor to Christianity Today. Packer's writings include books such as Knowing God (IVP Books), A Quest for Godliness (Crossway), Growing in Christ (Crossway) and Rediscovering Holiness (Servant), and numerous articles published in journals such as Churchman, SouthWestern Journal, Christianity Today, Reformation & Revival Journal and Touchstone.