The Penguin Dictionary of Islam

The Penguin Dictionary of Islam
Author: Azim Nanji
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2008-04-24
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0141920866

Islam today is a truly global faith, yet it remains somewhat of an enigma to many of us. Each and every day our newspapers are saturated with references to Islam; Quran, Taliban, Hijab, Fatwa, Allah, Sunni, Jihad, Shia, the list goes on. But how much do we really understand? Are we, in fact, misunderstanding? The Penguin Dictionary of Islam provides complete, impartial answers. It includes extensive coverage of the historical formations of the worldwide Muslim community and highlights key modern Muslim figures and events. Understanding Islam is vital to understanding our world and this text is the definitive authority, designed for both general and academic readers.

The Penguin Dictionary of Judaism

The Penguin Dictionary of Judaism
Author: Nicholas De Lange
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2008-06-26
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0141917105

The Penguin Dictionary of Judaism is a remarkable feat of Reference scholarship by renowned Cambridge professor and translator, Nicholas de Lange. With an approachable A-Z format the book covers everything from Jewish traditions and biographical entries on key historical figures to theology, religious law and practice, and the history of Jewish thought. Each entry is presented with clarity, precision and authority. With extensive cross-referencing and invaluable additional material such as a chronology of Judaism and the Jewish calendar, this is an essential companion for students of Jewish studies, Hebrew, Religion and Theology plus anyone with a general interest in this rich religion.

Catholic Bible Dictionary

Catholic Bible Dictionary
Author: Scott Hahn
Publisher: Image
Total Pages: 1010
Release: 2009-06-16
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0385530080

More than a generation has passed since the appearance of the last major Catholic Bible dictionary. It has been a fertile generation for biblical scholarship, an eventful time for biblical archaeology, and a fruitful time for the Church’s interpretation of the Bible. It is time for a new resource. Scott Hahn, internationally renowned theologian and biblical scholar, has inspired millions with his insight into the Catholic faith. Now he brings us this important reference guide, written specifically for Catholics, which contains more than five thousand clear and accessible entries and covers a wide range of people, places, and topics. From Genesis to Revelation, the whole of salvation history is presented and explained in smart, easy-to-understand prose. Catholic Bible Dictionary is an invaluable source of information, insight, and guidance for Catholics and others who are interested in enriching their understanding of Sacred Scripture. Scott Hahn draws from two millennia of scholarship to create an accessible and comprehensive tool for deeper and more rewarding biblical study.

The Facts On File Dictionary of Classical and Biblical Allusions

The Facts On File Dictionary of Classical and Biblical Allusions
Author: Martin H. Manser
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
Total Pages: 465
Release: 2003
Genre: Allusions
ISBN: 0816048681

This indispensable work is a comprehensive resource offering abundant information that students and general readers of all ages will find clear and to the point. A useful companion to The Facts On File Dictionary of Cultural and Historical Allusions explains the meanings and origins of allusions from the Bible and classical mythology, including Greek, Roman, Norse, Celtic, and Egyptian. It features approximately 2,000 entries, from Abelard and Heloise to Zeus. It covers biblical and mythological figures (Narcissus, Athena, Daniel), places (Mount Olympus, Gesthemane, Elysian Fields), key concepts (doomsday, utopia), and other references with biblical and mythological origins (judgment of Solomon, salt of the earth, patience of Job, labors of Hercules). It also includes a pronunciation key for difficult words or terms; examples of usage; and extensive cross-references.

The Penguin Dictionary of Religions

The Penguin Dictionary of Religions
Author: John R. Hinnells
Publisher: Penguin (Non-Classics)
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1997
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780140512618

This fully revised and updated dictionary is an invaluable reference for students of religion, containing a comprehensive bibliography as well as general and synoptic indexes.

Handbook for Biblical Interpretation

Handbook for Biblical Interpretation
Author: W. Randolph Tate
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 934
Release: 2012-11-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1441240365

This handbook provides a comprehensive guide to methods, terms, and concepts used by biblical interpreters. It offers students and non-specialists an accessible resource for understanding the complex vocabulary that accompanies serious biblical studies. Articles, arranged alphabetically, explain terminology associated with reading the Bible as literature, clarify the various methods Bible scholars use to study biblical texts, and illuminate how different interpretive approaches can contribute to our understanding. Article references and topical bibliographies point readers to resources for further study. This handbook, now updated and revised to be even more useful for students, was previously published as Interpreting the Bible: A Handbook of Terms and Methods. It is a suitable complement to any standard hermeneutics textbook.

The Penguin Writer's Manual

The Penguin Writer's Manual
Author: Martin Manser
Publisher: Penguin UK
Total Pages: 319
Release: 2004-08-05
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0141924829

The Penguin Writer's Manual is the essential companion for anyone who wants to master the art of writing good English. Whether you're composing an essay, sending a business letter or an email to a colleague, or firing off an angry letter to a newspaper, this guide will help you to brush up you communication skills and write correct and confident English.

The Penguin Dictionary of the Bible

The Penguin Dictionary of the Bible
Author: John M. Court
Publisher: Penguin Group
Total Pages: 474
Release: 2007
Genre: Bibles
ISBN:

Written by one of the world's leading biblical scholars, this dictionary opens up the Old and New Testaments as never before, connecting them to the art, literature, history, and culture they have influenced over the centuries.

Zondervan Dictionary of Bible Themes

Zondervan Dictionary of Bible Themes
Author: Martin H. Manser
Publisher: Zondervan Publishing Company
Total Pages: 1308
Release: 1999
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

The Zondervan Dictionary of Bible Themes contains over 2,000 thematic articles with an explanation of the theme, key Bible references, and cross-references to related themes. --From publisher's description.