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When you want to find out what lies behind a word, name, or concept in the Bible, turn to Zondervan's Pictorial Bible Dictionary. This resource is designed to deepen your knowledge of the Bible through both words and pictures. Look up "Archaeology" and get extensive insights on how archaeological findings corroborate biblical accounts from Genesis to New Testament times. Turn to "Judges" and learn about Israel's leaders prior to its kings. . .Zondervan's Pictorial Bible Dictionary helps you to understand the people, places, customs, cultures, and events of the Bible in a way that can help you better grasp its message and its implications for you today. More than 5,000 entries inform you on historical, geographical, chronological, and biographical aspects of the Bible. You'll also find scholarly articles on important theological subjects written by a team of 65 scholars and experts. Over 700 pictures lend visual impact and clarification on numerous topics, from the "Hill of Aaron" to "Zorah," the home of Samson.Spellings correspond to the King James Version, the classic Bible used throughout the years by millions of Christians. Alternative spellings found in the American Standard Version and in the Revised Standard Version are also given, broadening the helpfulness of this volume.

Who were the Pharisees? What did Samson and John the Baptist have in common? Does an altar really have "horns"? Turn to the NIV Dictionary of the Bible and find out. It has the answers to these and hundreds of other questions you're likely to wonder about as you read the Bible.Condensed from the New International Bible Dictionary, this unique volume offers much more than it's convenient, take anywhere size. It's actually three books in one:A Dictionary - for easy-to-find, practical information on thousands of topicsA Topical Indexor detailed study of nearly 150 larger topics, listing all articles in the dictionary that relate to a given topicA Survey - providing an introductory overview of the Bible, biblical history, and biblical cultureConcise, readable, and informative, the NIV Dictionary of the Bible is ideal for use at home, in study groups, and in schools. It will help you clear up the who, what, where, why, and how of the Bible so you can better appreciate the depth of its wisdom and its relevance for you today.