From the Back Cover
Only one hermeneutical text published prior to the New International Dictionary of Old Testament Theology & Exegesis can be held up reasonably to its measure of quality and the exhaustive nature of the research that produced this immense work. That singular collection worthy of comparison is its counterpart, the New International Dictionary of New Testament Theology, edited by Colin Brown. This 5 volume addition to that acclaimed work, though intimidating in the achievement it embodies, is intended for serious Old Testament and exegetical study by men and women of all walks of life -- both academics and pastors, students and laypersons. Volume one contains a Guide to Old Testament Theology and Exegesis in which ten essays have been compiled to thoroughly explain proper hermeneutics and interpretation, as well as guidelines for using this source material. Volumes one through four contain the Lexicon of the Old Testament, all words found in the text ordered by Hebrew alphabetization for easy reference, and coupled with a Goodrick / Kohlenberger cross-referencing number to be used in conjunction with Strong's numbering system. The relationship of each word in different contexts and languages is also explained, including alternative words, and the particulars of their semantic domain. All this information is, of course, complete with bibliography. Volume four also begins the Topical Dictionary. Therein can be found articles on the theology of each Old Testament book individually, as well as discussion of biblical concepts, people, places, events, and literary pieces, all information that is cross-referenced to the preceding Hebraic Lexicon. Finally, volume five contains a series of indexes: Hebrew Index, Scripture Index, Subject Index, and an index of Semantic Fields. Taken as a whole, the New International Dictionary of Old Testament Theology & Exegesis is an unparalleled accomplishment in the field of biblical hermeneutics.

From the Publisher
Study the meaning and significance of Old Testament words in depth without having to know Hebrew or Greek. Discover the nuances of words in the context of the Ancient Near East and the Old Testament. A combination theological dictionary and lexicon, this valuable reference includes introductory essays, cross-referencing, articles on theology, and more.

About the Author
Willem A. VanGemeren is Professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.

Keywords: New International Dictionary of Old Testament Theology and Exegesis, Books, Willem A. Vangemeren, Willem A. Van Gemeren, Bible, O.T, Dictionaries, Hebrew, Theology, Old Testament Commentary, Religion - Biblical Studies - Language, Religion, Bible - Language Studies, Bible - Biography - Old Testament, Dictionaries - General, Reference