Description
Book SynopsisThis reference examines sources in the Old Testament and surveys the findings of recent archaeological research.
Trade ReviewThe solid entries on ancient Israel, varied appropriately in detail from 'Aaran' to 'Zipporah' and 'Zobah', 'administration', 'fortifications' or 'Ugarit', are accompanied by a long bibliography in eight sections including 33 subsections. The preface provides a succinct historical framework. * Antiquity *
In sum, this work is a radical attempt by the author to balance and correct biblical historiography by providing descriptions of who's who and what's what in the Hebrew Bible. * American Reference Books Annual *
Recommended....useful for libraries with large theological or ancient historical collections. * CHOICE *
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Editor's Foreword Chapter 2 Reader's Notes Chapter 3 Preface: How to Read the Old Testament Historically – How to Read This Dictionary Chapter 4 Chronology Chapter 5 Abbreviations Chapter 6 THE DICTIONARY Chapter 7 Bibliography Chapter 8 About the Author
