The AMG Concise Bible Dictionary presents the material in an easy-to-read, non-technical style. It is simple, but not simplistic. It seeds to be t rue to the biblical material, while at the same time being helpful to the reader.
The AMG Concise Bible Dictionary is accurate, readable, and a helpful source of information on the content of the Bible. With almost one thousand entries, it covers all the major areas of biblical knowledge.
- Theological issues and Christian doctrine
- The life and ministry of Jesus Christ
- Christian life and service
- Historical studies of nations, peoples, and cities
- Geographical articles on Bible lands and physical features
- Books of the Bible with background information, survey of contents, and explanations of the books' major concerns
- People of the Bible including both major characters and less prominent characters
- Topics of overall biblical interest, such as archaeology, manuscripts, types, and how to interpret the Bible
- General background information on cultures, customs, and religions
- Maps, charts, line drawings, and tables--approximately two hundred in all
