Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary
Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary by Chad Brand, published by B&H Publishing Group in November 2015, is a revised and expanded edition that serves as a comprehensive reference for Bible students, teachers, pastors, and libraries. This edition features 1,800 pages filled with over 6,500 articles designed to enhance understanding and interpretation of the Scriptures. Each entry begins with a concise definition, followed by an in-depth exploration of the topic, making it a valuable resource for both personal study and academic work.
Readers will find a wealth of information, including approximately 700 full-color photos, maps, reconstructions, and charts that enrich the learning experience. The dictionary addresses the linguistic, literary, geographical, historical, and cultural contexts necessary for contemporary readers to bridge the gap of 2,000 to 3,500 years between themselves and the original biblical documents. This edition also incorporates up-to-date archaeological insights that illuminate the biblical text, making it a significant tool for anyone engaged in biblical studies or teaching.
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Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Revised and Expanded
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. Those who have used it have praised its comprehensiveness, conciseness, and clarity.
Over 6,500 articles from Aaron to Zuzite are written to equip the reader for greater competence in understanding and interpreting the Scriptures. Each article is structured to begin with a concise definition followed by a thorough development of the topic.
Some 700 full-color photos, maps, reconstructions, and charts enrich the experience of those who use the Dictionary for personal study, academic work, and preparation for teaching and preaching the Bible.
Contemporary Bible readers are separated from the original documents by 2,000 to 3,500 years. Bridging this chasm requires linguistic, literary, geographical, historical, and cultural information that the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary provides.
This third edition of the Dictionary makes available up-to-date archaeological information that illuminates the biblical text.
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