The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia [ISBE], 4 Vols.
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The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia is a wonderful Bible tool to have on hand. It helps to enhance my knowledge and understanding of God's Word through His Holy Bible. I have several Bible reference tools that I use, but I love my husband and my encyclopedia set. It's a great benefit to us in our Bible Study time. I truly believe the more I learn of God the better my relationship will be with Him. He's Worthy - i.e. the Lord is...
January 16, 2013
Great Dictionary Set - Formatting Could Be Better
I have provided two reviews for multi-volume sets â the ISBE and the "IVP Dictionary of" series. This review is very similar to my IVP Dictionary of one because I fee that both would be wise purchases and each have their own strengths and weaknesses.
I got this set in seminary and it was very helpful in writing papers and doing research. I continue to use it in writing sermons and in other theological endeavors. There are numerous Bible dictionaries that exist â from the one volume starters to the multi-volume works like this one. If you are a student, a pastor or a lay-person who wants to know the Bible more and are looking for a very useful and inexpensive all-around set, this would be a wise purchase for your library.
There are useful one-volume works and while they are helpful starts, these wonâÂÂt be as in-depth as something like this. My main problem with this set is the formatting â it could be a lot better. ItâÂÂs easier to lose your place in longer articles and harder to skip to the parts that you may want to focus on. But overall itâÂÂs a great deal and like the IVP Dictionary of set, would make for a wonderful addition to your individual or churchâÂÂs library.
October 3, 2012
This encyclepedia is exhaustive in content. Conservative and informative, a must for any serious student of the bible.
July 18, 2012
Great Encyclopedia!
As a Bible student, this is an excellent resource for exegesis work. Whether writing a paper or forming a sermon, I've found this encyclopedia set extremely helpful. I'm proud to have it in my library and look forward to using it throughout my career.
April 16, 2012