The Collegeville Pastoral Dictionary of Biblical Theology

This dictionary distills biblical scholarship and pastoral theology, and presents it in articles for the use of those in ministry. It primarily (although not exclusively) provides priests, religious teachers and educated laity a deeper understanding of the Bible and its central place in the life of the Church. Four types of article comprise the dictionary: introductory articles, major articles, secondary articles and brief entries. Introductory articles head the dictionary and introduce readers to key background issues. The major articles cover topics with multiple and distinct components, written by scholars who specialize in those areas. Treatment of major topics is thematic and explanatory, providing information pertinent to Christian life and practice. The secondary articles are short, and cover either biblically or pastorally important topics. Brief entries round out the information offered in this compendium of biblical, theological and pastoral thought. A chart of biblical history and a map of biblical lands are printed on the inside cover of the volume.