Catholic Bible Dictionary

by Scott Hahn

Publisher:

Doubleday

, 2009

Overview

Scott Hahn, internationally renowned theologian and biblical scholar, has inspired millions with his insight into the Catholic faith. His important reference guide, Catholic Bible Dictionary, contains more than 5,000 clear and accessible entries and covers a wide range of people, places, and topics. From Genesis to Revelation, the whole of salvation history is presented and explained in smart, easy-to-understand prose.

Catholic Bible Dictionary is an invaluable source of information, insight, and guidance for Catholics and others who are interested in enriching their understanding of sacred Scripture. Scott Hahn draws from two millennia of scholarship to create an accessible and comprehensive tool for deeper and more rewarding biblical study.

The Logos Bible Software edition of Catholic Bible Dictionary enhances your study of the Bible. Scripture passages link directly to your preferred English translations and original-language texts, and important theological concepts link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Powerful topical searches help you find what other authors, scholars, and theologians bring to this conversation.

Key Features

• Comprehensive reference text for both clerics and laity
• More than 5,000 entries
• Explanatory tables including abbreviations, chronologies, and index to maps

Contents

• Preface
• Acknowledgements
• Abbreviations
• A to Z
• Appendix I: Chronology of the Old Testament
• Appendix II: Chronology of the Kings of Israel and Judah
• Index to the Maps

Top Highlights

“a ‘covenant’ is, in its essence, a legal means to establish kinship between two previously unrelated parties.” (Page 168)

“JUSTIFICATION One means of expressing the doctrine of salvation in the New Testament. It can refer to a divine action as well as a spiritual process. As an action, justification is the moment when God makes righteous the one who believes in Christ and establishes him or her in a covenant relationship with himself. As a process, justification is the growth in righteousness and grace that takes place in the believer who embraces the demands of the gospel and yields himself or herself to the leading of the Spirit.” (Page 496)

“Of the prophets, Isaiah offers the most significant teaching on the Messiah. He is also more frequently cited in the New Testament than any other prophet.” (Page 398)

“Christian repentance is a complete transformation of the person from the life of sin to the life of Gospel charity” (Page 764)

“almost certainly this is the same James as the James discussed above as James, ‘the brother of Jesus.’” (Page 415)

Praise for the Print Edition

Scott Hahn’s writings and conferences have been so effective in bringing Catholics closer to Sacred Scripture. His valuable Catholic Bible Dictionary will be another big help to faithful Catholics who have taken seriously the Church’s encouragement to become immersed in God’s Word.

—Most Reverend Timothy M. Dolan, Archbishop of New York

Catholic Bible Dictionary is an extremely useful tool for any Bible student, whether beginner or advanced. This dictionary is particularly helpful for Catholics who need both etymological studies of terms and solid theological help. My only hope is that the readers will study the articles on a regular basis and eventually read the whole dictionary as they study the whole Bible.

—Fr. Mitchell C. Pacwa, SJ, president, Ignatius Productions

Catholic Bible Dictionary is a superb reference book that is an absolute must for all students of Scripture—both clerics and laity. I would never be without a Bible dictionary in my home; however, Catholic Bible Dictionary is not just any Bible dictionary. It is written specifically for Catholics and is therefore more extensive and complete than others. With over five thousand entries as well as the latest up-to-date information on every important item, name, place, and event in Sacred Scripture, this book is essential for students of Scripture; it is also indispensable for anyone who wants a deeper understanding of God’s Word. In fact, I believe that every Catholic who owns a Bible should also have a copy of Catholic Bible Dictionary.

—Gail Buckley, founder and president, Catholic Scripture Study International

Product Details

• Title: Catholic Bible Dictionary
• Editor: Scott Hahn
• Publisher: Doubleday
• Publication Date: 2009
• Pages: 1,008

About Scott Hahn

Scott Hahn, is the Fr. Michael Scanlan Professor of Biblical Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he has taught since 1990. Founder and President of the St. Paul Center, Dr. Hahn has been married to Kimberly since 1979; they have six children and twenty-one grandchildren. The author or editor of over forty popular and academic books, Dr. Hahn’s works include best-selling titles Rome Sweet Home, The Lamb’s Supper, Answering the New Atheism, Understanding Our Father, Scripture Matters, Spirit and Life, The Creed, It Is Right and Just, and Hope to Die. Holy Is His Name is the thirteenth book Dr. Hahn has published with Emmaus Road Publishing.