Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary

The Ultimate Bible Reference Tool Just Got Better! The Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary sets the standard for what a Bible dictionary should be - a vast storehouse of easy-to-find, easy-to-grasp, useful information. Completely revised and expanded, with more user-friendly features than ever, this edition of the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary is designed both for those who need information quickly and those who want in-depth treatments on hundreds of topics. Additionally, hundreds of color photographs, maps, reconstructions and charts illuminate the text in a way you never thought possible. Once you open this book, you'll discover why the Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary has become the "gold standard" in biblical reference publishing. Completely Revised, Updated, and Expanded, Featuring: * Exhaustive definitions of people, places, things and events - dealing with every subject in the Bible. * Over 700 full-color photos, illustrations and charts. * Unique scale drawings and reconstructions of biblical places and objects based on careful archeological research. * Over 60 new, full-color maps with map index. * Major articles on theological topics. Collective articles on plants, animals, occupations, etc. * Pronunciation guide for all proper nouns and other hard-to-pronounce words. * Up-to-date archeological information from excavations in Israel. * Timeline that compares biblical history to world history. * Summary definitions that begin each entry for quick reference. * A variety of Bible translations used - the only dictionary that includes the HCSB, NIV, KJV, RSV, NRSV, REB, NASB, ESV and TEV. * Many articles based on the original languages, but written in a user-friendly style. Technical language and abbreviations are avoided. * Extensive cross-referencing of related articles. * "Quicktabs"-marginal alphabetical guides for quick and easy location of information.Holman and Broadman Staff is the author of 'Holman Illustrated Bible Dictionary' with ISBN 9780805428360 and ISBN 0805428364.