New International Dictionary of Old Testament Theology & Exegesis 5 Volumes

This set (abbreviated NIDOTTE) is the Old Testament counterpart to the New International Dictionary of NewTestament Theology (NIDNTT) by Colin Brown, ed. The NIDOTTE contains more than 3,000 entries, written by over 200 scholars from 24 countries and more than 100 academic institutes.

The set includes:

A 200-page Guide to Old Testament Theology and Exegesis (Vol. 1)

The Lexical Dictionary (Vol. 1-4)

The Topical Dictionary (Vol. 4)

Index (Vol. 5)

Lexical Dictionary (Vol. 1-4) Organization:
The words are listed alphabetically in the order of the Hebrew alphabet. The main numbering system used is the Goodrick & Kohlenberger numbers based on the NIV. There is a conversion chart in the index volume that converts Strong's numbers to the Goodrick &Kohlenberger numbers. Then the lexical forms are given in Hebrew. Followed by th e usage of the word in Ancient Near East documents, the Old Testament, and Post-Biblical documents. All the Hebrew words are transliterated when referred to in the articles. Topical Dictionary (Vol. 4) includes articles on the theology of each book of the Old Testament and on Biblical concepts, people, places, events, and literary pieces.
The last volume (Vol. 5) includes an index of Hebrew transliterations, index of English words and their likely Hebrew translations, index of Hebrew words, Scripture index,Subject index, and Strong's number conversion index.
General Editor: Willem A. VanGemeren
Associate Editors: Tremper Longman, Richard Patterson, Elmer Martens, Bruce Waltke, Eugene Merrill, and John Walton
Consulting Editors: Robert Gordon, J. Gordon McConvil,John Hartley, John Oswalt, Walter Kaiser, and Gary Smith

This respected volume is the Old Testament counterpart to Colin Brown’s New International Dictionary of the New Testament Theology.

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Reviewed by Paul Burnes (Frederick, MD), August 20, 2009

This set is an excellent source for word study. It is very readable and has tons of information and great articles on the derivation and meaning of the Hebrew.

Reviewed by Jill J Holm (Verndale, MN), June 16, 2009

I am enjoying these books because my library is very limited on the Hebrew language and this set has greatly opened up new meaning to the words and customs of Bible times. It is very useful tool.

Reviewed by Larry Ellis (Denver, CO), March 13, 2009

This set is absolutely tremendous. It is a scholar's gourmet meal. The breath of words that I presents is tremendous. After researching only a few topics, I can only wish I had purchased it long ago. The Index volume 5 is simply the iceing on the cake. For words that are used througout the other volumes are cross-referenced there for a virtually unlimited level or research.

Reviewed by Peter Amue (England), February 04, 2007

The next best set to the Theological Dictionary of the Old Testament. The articles are detailed and clear and give one a better understanding of the meaning of words and concepts of words that are to be found in the Old Testament and Ancient Near Eastern literature. Each word is dealt with individually with full meaning and Biblical references, and cross-references to other similar words. The guide at the beginning of volume 1, and the Topical Dictionary of volume 4 are both very helpful to the study of the Old Testament. Though it may not be as detailed as the 16 volume Theological Dictionary of the Old Testament, this set with its 3,000 articles is still a good supplementary addition to any serious scholar or pastor’s library. I highly recommend it.

Reviewed by Eug (Edgerton, WI), July 10, 2001

The best Hebrew word study available for evangelical Christians. It provides great depth in coverage of Hebrew words while avoiding the excessively liberal-critical views found in some word studies. Highly recommended for pastors, seminarians, undergaduates, and serious laymen.

Reviewed by Steve Taylor (Nashua, NH), February 25, 2001

I am a lay person seeking to better understand the Old Testament. I find this set to be worth more than they cost. Indepth, but not above the head of any well read individual. They have opned up the richness of the Hebrew language, and helped give understanding to my faith.

Reviewed by John Stein (Lincoln, IL), April 26, 2000

This is an invaluable tool for the serious seminary student or exegete. It makes easy work of word studies of the Hebrew text. A must buy!

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