Bible Reference Works

IVP Reference 

Historical Reference

Establishing a case for the rationality of Christianity, Peters philosophically analyzes the thought of Augustine and Blaise Pascal alongside that of skeptic David Hume to show the importance of harmonizing the head and heart in matters of faith. He discovers a balance between the Enlightenment's overemphasis on reason alone and postmodernism's espousal of interpretive freedom.More...

Looking for accurate information on the Bible? Religious orders? Theologians? Archaeology? You'll find it in Cross and Livingstone's accessible dictionary! Priced right for home and church libraries, this comprehensive A-to-Z resource provides hundreds of authoritative cross-referenced entries by a roster of respected scholars and experts. Previously published as The Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church, Third Edition.

Anchor Bible Dictionary

Bible Reference

Acclaimed as a landmark in biblical scholarship, this up-to-date, authoritative dictionary offers an interfaith exploration of the Bible. Extensive cross-references, intriguing discussions of everyday life in the ancient Near East, outstanding summaries of the latest research on the historical Jesus, informative entries on personal and place names, and more make this an unequaled information-rich resource.More...

This unique reference offers an encyclopedic exploration of topics not found in ordinary Bible dictionaries, including images, symbols, motifs, metaphors, and literary patterns of the Bible. With its right-brain (rather than left-brain) approach, this warm and creative study resource examines the artistic expressions that fascinate and puzzle Christians. A great resource for Bible study, teaching, and preaching. The 1999 Christianity Today "Book of the Year."More...

Historical Theology

Handbooks

The definitive reference work on Augustine that scholars, from all fields of theological study, describe as "superb" and "indispensable" for students, scholars, libraries, and anyone interested in studying Augustine. While the work provides exhaustive resources on Augustine's own life and his theological and pastoral work, it also provides an exceptional wealth of information about scholarship, past and present on the great theologian.

With contributions by over 50 leading Calvin scholars, including Eberhard Busch, and Anthony N. S. Lane, this exceptionally well organized handbook offers students of Calvin easy access to his life, works, influence, and legacy, and unmatched scholarship on the great theologian. The handbook style serves the reader well by allowing easy navigation through every aspect of Calvin's life, thought, influence, and personal relationships. It is an excellent place to begin research or just learning about Calvin.More...