Nelsons Illustrated Bible Dictionary

The most comprehensive and up-to-date Bible dictionary available. With a fresh new look and updated photographs, this new and enhanced edition is a wealth of bible study information for any level of study. It includes more than 7,000 entries, plus more than 500 full-color photographs, maps, and pronunciation guides. Features include: Cross-references to all major translations More than 7,000 up-to-date entries More than 500 full-color photographs and maps Enlarged type size for easier reading Visual Survey of the Bible from The Open Bible

Provides brief discussions of more than 5,000 people, places, and concepts in the Old and New Testaments.

Students, laypeople, pastors, and teachers will enjoy this one-volume dictionary of the Bible and its world.

To ascertain the exact meaning of the words and phraseology of the originals of the Holy Scriptures is of great importance, particularly those which have a variety of meanings in English. The research work of the past fifty years, with the discovery of a large number of inscriptions and documents, and especially of the non-literary writings. The present volumes are produced especially for the help of those who do not study Hebrew, though it is hoped that those who are familiar with the original will find them useful. The work is of an expository character, comments being given on various passages referred to under the different headings. The doctrines of Scripture are dealt with at some length, and notes are provided on matters historical, and technical. W.E Vine

This dictionary provides definitions for over 7,000 terms and names in the history of Christianity. The topics range from the foundational theological developments of the early church to the divisions of the Protestant Reformation to the missionary enterprises of the last two centuries. Nelson's Dictionary of Christianity is an essential resource for anyone who wants to know more about how Christians have lived, built the church, and worked to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ around the world.

For 25 years the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary has been the go-to Bible reference resource for lay Bible students, teachers, pastors, academic courses, and libraries. Now this bestselling dictionary has been UPDATED with 200 new articles and over 500 new photos compiling a collection of over 6,500 articles from Aaron to Zuzite are written so as to equip the reader for greater competence in understanding and interpreting the Scriptures. TAn excellent companion to the Holman Illustrated Bible Commentary.

Nelson's Compact Bible Dictionary is an accurate and thorough A-to-Z resource. Complete with teaching outlines to make lesson and sermon preparation easier.

SHAKE THE DUST OFF YOUR UNDERSTANDING OF BIBLE HISTORY, CULTURE, AND GEOGRAPHY WITH THIS AUTHORITATIVE, CONTEMPORARY GUIDE TO THE WORLD OF SCRIPTURE! Nelson's Illustrated Encyclopedia of the Bible is like owning an entire library of Bible background works and historical reference tools-in one convenient volume! The "Atlas of Biblical History" provides an overview of significant turning points in biblical history, with maps, timelines, and special features on key people and places. A "Peoples and Empires" section offers intriguing insights on the nations that influenced the culture of the Jews and early Christians. This information-packed volume also contains a detailed study of the life, ministry, and message of Jesus-plus a comprehensive survey of life in Bible times, including family life, social customs, and religious beliefs and practices from Abraham to the early church. Contemporary graphics visually enhance the biblical and historical images, making this the most complete, accurate, and eye-appealing Bible encyclopedia you'll find anywhere!

Provides brief discussions of more than 5,000 people, places, and concepts in the Old and New Testaments