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For busy yet serious students of the Old Testament

This extensive scholarly work includes discussions of every Hebrew word of theological significance in the Old Testament, plus brief definitions of all other words found in the Brown-Driver-Briggs (BDB) Hebrew Lexicon. Keyed to Strong’s Concordance, the Theological Wordbook of the Old Testament has been a longtime favorite of serious students of the Bible—pastors and laypeople alike. The busy pastor or earnest Christian worker who has neither the time nor the background for detailed technical study, yet desires to understand important terms, will enjoy this practical resource.

There are more than 1,400 articles written by 43 Old Testament scholars, plus some 400 sub-entries giving definitions only. The articles focus on theological meanings of importance and do not include lengthy, technical, linguistic discussions. Virtually exhaustive bibliographies of published material relating to the words discussed are also included, as is a special section of Aramaic words used in the Old Testament.

The new edition of this monumental reference work combines two volumes into one, now making it even easier to use.

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This book follows the theological word study of the Old Testament, but approaches the matter from a practical and less exhaustive viewpoint than the major studies.

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R. LAIRD HARRIS (1911-2008) (B.S., University of Delaware; M.A., University of Pennsylvania; Th.B. and Th.M., Westminster Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Dropsie University) served as Professor of Old Testament at Covenant Theological Seminary. Widely known and respected for his biblical scholarship, he completed significant work in the study of theology and science, particularly dealing with creation and evolution. Dr. Harris served as chairman of the Committee on Bible Translation which produced the New International Version. He is co-author of Theological Wordbook of the Old Testament, and is the author of The Inspiration and Canonicity of the Bible, Introductory Hebrew Grammar, and Man: God's Eternal Creation.

GLEASON L. ARCHER, JR. (1916-2004), (B.A., M.A., Ph.D., Harvard University; B.D., Princeton Theological Seminary; L.L.B., Suffolk Law School) was a biblical scholar, theologian, educator, and author. He authored numerous books, including In the Shadow of the Cross, The Epistle to the Hebrews: A Study Manual, and Survey of Old Testament Introduction. His instrumental work in the preparation of the Old Testament portion of the New American Standard Bible has gained wide acclaim and positioned him as a world-renowned scholar.

BRUCE WALTKE (B.A., Houghton College; Th.M. and Th.D., Dallas Theological Seminary; Ph.D., Harvard University) is a preeminent Old Testament scholar. His teaching appointments at Dallas Theological Seminary, Regent College, Knox Theological Seminary, and Reformed Theological Seminary Orlando, have earned him a reputation as a master teacher with a pastoral heart. Among his many books are Genesis: A Commentary and An Old Testament Theology, both of which were awarded the Gold Medallion Book Award in Biblical reference works and commentaries by the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association. An autobiography of Bruce can be found in Why I (Still) Believe, Byron and Lohr, eds. (Zondervan, 2015).

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Moody Publishers; New edition (October 1, 2003)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 1152 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0802486495
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0802486493
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.07 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 2.25 x 9.25 inches
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P. Momary
5.0 out of 5 stars A valuable addition to any library
Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2009
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This two-volume set was in excellent condition, well-packaged and very prompt. I look forward to enjoying using it in Old Testament as well as New Testament research. An example: the word 'Baal' was explained in Hebrew usage, as "possess, own, rule over, marry" plus "owner, husband". In Aramaic, where it is spelled Be'el, as "owner, lord". (See Be'elzebub). In the Heb usage there follows approximately two pages of explanation of varying usages in several ethnicities, even tying in the link with "Haddu/Hadad" as the storm god who brings the rain. He is also a fertility god who joins Astarte in bringing fertility to the earth and his followers. This detailed explanation is very useful in my current study of the decline of Israel after the Kingdom is split. It sheds light on how land was considered his possession, requiring tribute in order to produce. I intend to spend more time comparing Israel's blessings when listening to YHWH only, to His having to send them into captivity when blending this deception in His worship, then to find life-application lessons in my own worship.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book but Amazon has gone downhill
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This book is a treasure trove of great information. Any serious student of the bible should own it.

That being said...remember when Amazon used to be known for selling books? How can a company sell books and at the same time treat them so terribly? I ordered this book and received it (brand new) with some of the pages torn and others badly damaged. I sent it back for a replacement and just received the "new" replacement with all of the pages seriously warped. I want to get another replacement but I'm starting to think it's not going to matter how many times I send it back.

This may be the last book I ever buy from Amazon. You pay more in a bookstore, but at least you can look at the book, hold it in your hands, and know what you're getting.
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Luis M. Gonzalez
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, Scholarly Work!
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2012
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Being unable to read/understand the Hebrew text, I rely on this excellent resource for in-depth, theologically-conservative yet scholarly lexical study of the most significant Hebrew/Aramaic words. Its contributors are renown authorities in the field, and their broad knowledge comes thru in this abridged work. Granted, it is not as exhaustive as Kittel's Old Testament Theological Dictionary; but, it is extremely helpful at summarizing the most pertinent facts regarding key O.T. words, and it is written from a much more theologically-conservative perspective than Kittel's. Being a one-volume work, it also is much more practical for busy pastors and Bible teachers/students, without sacrificing important information. The price on Amazon was superb/highly affordable, much appreciated in this challenging economic environment! Highly recommended, especially to fellow non-Hebrew readers.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Satisfied for About 20 Years Using this Set
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2003
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This is a great set. I got it about 20 years ago when it first came out, and, as a pastor of over 23 years, I say "Go for it!" Although I do not refer to this work every week, it comes in handy when I need to do a Hebrew word study. Because it is cross-indexed with Strongs, you can find the Hebrew words (and their definitions/expansions) without knowing a stitch of Hebrew.

For practical ministry use, this is the set to get! It provides plenty of information, clear definitions, but does not get tedious (usually). I would recommend it over older studies which are not nearly as accurate (especially those done before the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in the 1940's).
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5.0 out of 5 stars The wee hours in the morning as I read
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the words are written so simple but yet so very powerful. Nearly every sentence goes strength to my heart in the wee hours during my morning reading when the whole world seems still asleep except me and the truth of these biblical times so very long ago. Oh, how I love this book.(TWB). Thank R Laird Harris,Gleason L. Archer,JR. Bruce K. Waltke for spending probably years of study just so readers like me can receive this very heavy book that's loaded with intense and profound information.
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I would highly recommend this book as an addition to any library. The insights provided into nuances of Hebrew word definitions are very useful. The only complaint I have is that some scripture passages I deemed very important were not addressed. However, I think a more thorough tome would be multi-volume and cost quite a lot more. This book is well worth the investment.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Aid to learning Hebrew meanings in the Bible
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It is a good source to understanding words of the Bible that cannot be found in Strong's Concordance, BDB (Brown-Driver-Briggs), Mounce's Expository Words of Old and New Testament Words, Vine's, etc. [I pray that someone else can provide or inform me of any other aids for studying Hebrew words that are coded to Strong's numbering system.] I believe that The Complete Word Dictionary Old Testament by AMG is also second-to-none. But this is now my second go-to-book beside AMG's CWDOT. God Blessings to you all the Saints.
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Brian Blackadar
5.0 out of 5 stars Better lexicon than Brown, Driver and Briggs
Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2023
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I was looking for a lexicon which would provide more detailed definitions than Brown, Driver and Briggs lexicon (https://www.amazon.ca/Brown-Driver-Briggs-Andenglish-Lexicon/dp/1565632060/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ENY3CK9WAYTL&keywords=the+brown-driver-briggs+hebrew+and+english+lexicon&qid=1700536008&sprefix=Brown+Driver+%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-1). David L Allen, author of Hebrews: An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of Holy Scripture (Volume 35) of the New International Series of commentaries recommended the Theological Wordbook.

I like the Theological Wordbook because it has an index in the back, which converts Strong's nos to Theological Wordbook nos, so words can be looked up without knowing the Hebrew alphabet. Many words have only 2-3 word definitions, but I have found that most of the words I have looked up have had 1-3 paragraph definitions. The definitions of words is completely in English, whereas a lot of the text in Brown, Driver & Briggs is in Hebrew.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Better lexicon than Brown, Driver and Briggs
Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2023
I was looking for a lexicon which would provide more detailed definitions than Brown, Driver and Briggs lexicon (https://www.amazon.ca/Brown-Driver-Briggs-Andenglish-Lexicon/dp/1565632060/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ENY3CK9WAYTL&keywords=the+brown-driver-briggs+hebrew+and+english+lexicon&qid=1700536008&sprefix=Brown+Driver+%2Caps%2C96&sr=8-1). David L Allen, author of Hebrews: An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of Holy Scripture (Volume 35) of the New International Series of commentaries recommended the Theological Wordbook.

I like the Theological Wordbook because it has an index in the back, which converts Strong's nos to Theological Wordbook nos, so words can be looked up without knowing the Hebrew alphabet. Many words have only 2-3 word definitions, but I have found that most of the words I have looked up have had 1-3 paragraph definitions. The definitions of words is completely in English, whereas a lot of the text in Brown, Driver & Briggs is in Hebrew.
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旧約聖書に使用されているへブル単語を英語で説明している語句辞典です。
Vineの新約聖書ギリシャ語語句辞典と似ていますが、語句はへブル語アルファベットの順に並べられています。へブル語で検索される方は問題ありませんが、英語から検索する場合は巻末に記載されているストロングナンバーの変換表を使用します。
聖書を深く掘り下げて勉強したいという方に欽定訳聖書（KJV）とStrong's Concordanceと合わせてお勧めします。
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5.0 out of 5 stars Useful-to-have reference book
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Great reference book. It's a great study tool to understand more comprehensively the Holy Scriptures. You can easily locate the Hebrew words using Strong's Concordances (there is an index at the back). It has transliteration of the Hebrew into English letters. For each word it has a thorough description on its possible uses and its variations. For instance, the word "menora" 1333 for "lampstand" also includes the assumed roots "ner" 1333a and "nir" 1333b for "lamp" and it describes each of the objects (i.e."contained oil and a wick to be lit to provide light") and includes different Biblical references where the words are used. These words cover more than half a page of descriptions. If you want to study more deeply the Bible, or to help you prepare better for sermons, or ministry work, this is a great addition to your library.
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