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The Penguin Dictionary of the Bible

John M. Court - Author
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Book: Paperback | 5.07 x 7.79in | 544 pages | ISBN 9780141015330 | 29 Apr 2008 | Penguin | 18 - AND UP
The Penguin Dictionary of the Bible
An essential companion to the bestselling book of all time

Written b y one of the world’s leading biblical scholars, The Penguin Dictionary of the Bible 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. Readers will find:
• Entries on Biblical characters, places and events, from Aaron to Zephaniah
• Consideration of the impact of other areas of study, from archaeology to ancient languages, on our understanding of the Bible
• Charts of historical events and contents of the major books, as well as forty maps and illustrations

Wide-ranging, stimulating, and invaluable for numerous disciplines, the Dictionary will enhance all readers’ appreciation of the most influential book ever written.

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