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'This outstanding source is the place to find definitions, personal names and their derivation, places, and concepts from the Bible. Six hundred leading scholars from a wide spectrum of theological perspectives have come together to provide almost 5,000 articles that reflect current biblical scholarship, archaeological discoveries, trends, and issues. A must for every library.'--'Outstanding Reference Sources,' American Libraries, May 2002.Explains the books, persons, places, events, and significant terms found in the scriptures; explores the cultural, geographical, and literary background of each biblical book; and includes articles that explore related areas.