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Eerdmans Dictionary of the Bible by Freedman, David Noel
Call Number: 220.3 E26 (REL REF)
[This link does not lead to the full text of the book.] Excellent single-volume Bible dictionary focusing on people, places, books, and events of the Bible.
Encyclopedia of Christian Theology, 3 vols, 2005 by Lacoste, Jean-Yves
Call Number: 230.03 E56 2005 (REL REF)
[This link does not lead to the full text of the book.] Summarizes the distinctive features of Judeo-Christian theology while tracing connections with other religious traditions.
Encyclopedia of Christianity, 5 vols, 1999-2005 by Bromiley, Geoffrey
Call Number: 230.03 E92 (REL REF)
Comprehensive work describing Christianity in its various configurations throughout the world. Includes articles covering early Christianity in addition to developments over the centuries. Also treats other world religions and philosophies.
The New Interpreter’s Dictionary of the Bible, 5 vols, 2006-2009 by Sakenfeld, Katharine Doob
Call Number: 220.3 N532 (REL REF)
[This link does not lead to the full text of the book.] The most recent major Bible Dictionary/Encyclopedia. Similar to the Eerdmans Dictonary of the Bible but more comprehensive in scope.