New International Dictionary of the Old Testament Paternoster [Hardcover]

Willem A. Van Gemeren (Author)

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Publication Date: September 1, 1997 | ISBN-10: 0853648344 | ISBN-13: 978-0853648345

Nidotte's unique organization gives the reader access to insights from past and current scholarship: 1. Guide to Old Testament Theology and Exegesis (Volume1) Ten essays give the reader an overview of the field of biblical hermeneutics and interpretation and provide guidelines for using NIDOTTE in the interpretation and exegesis of the Old Testament. 2. The Lexical Dictionary (Volumes 104) Entries are arranged in Hebrew alphabetical sequence. Each entry heading contains the Goodrick/Kohlenberger number for the Hebrew word (a cross-reference index allows for use with the Strong's numbering system. Hebrew and Aramaic words are transliterated. Entries in the dictionary discuss the Hebrew word in the context of the Ancient Near East, its use and significance in the Old Testament, its relationship to postcanonical Hebrew and Greek, and New Testament usage. Cross-references suggest to the reader other words that will enhance a nuances understanding of related words in the semantic domain. A bibliography is found at the end of most articles. 3. The Topical Dictionary (Volume4) This session includes articles on the theology of each book of the Old Testament and on biblical concepts, people, places, events, and literary pieces, as well as cross-references to the lexical volumes (vols. 1-4). 4. Indexes (Volume 5) Hebrew Index, Scripture Index, Subject Index, Semantic Field Index. NIDOTTE is the ideal tool for anyone wanting to do serious Old Testament study or exegesis - academics, pastors, students and laypersons.

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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. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

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Willem A. VanGemeren Professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages Trinity Evangelical Divinity School --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 1220 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan (September 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0853648344
• ISBN-13: 978-0853648345
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.3 x 2.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.7 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,386,245 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Superb aid for understanding the Old Testament, October 5, 2001

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Gontroppo "Music and Theology Lover" (Bathurst, NSW Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: New International Dictionary of Old Testament Theology and Exegesis for Windows (CD-ROM)

The electronic format comes into its own with multi-volume works. Having a 5 volume dictionary on CD ROM is much more convenient than having to juggle with bulky books [much as I love the codex!]

If you have used the Theological Wordbook of the Old Testament, you will appreciate having this up-to-date, more comprehensive dictionary. Also included with the excellent lexical entries are articles about how to do Old Testament exegesis and stimulating introductions to the theology of each Old Testament book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars NIDOTTE, February 4, 2010

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This review is from: New International Dictionary of Old Testament Theology and Exegesis (5 volume set) (Hardcover)

After using this resource repeatedly since receiving it I recommend it for those who wish to understand the fuller meanings of Hebrew and Aramaic words translated by the NIV translaters. Some times it is difficult to use an English word to capture the full meaning of a Hebrew of Aramaic word and this resource helps give the fuller meaning.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An essential resource, April 21, 2009

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This review is from: New International Dictionary of Old Testament Theology and Exegesis (5 volume set) (Hardcover)

NIDOTTE is absolutely essential to the proper study of the Hebrew text of the Old Testement. The key to effective preaching of the OT is starting with the Hebrew text, translating it for yourself, and understanding the breadth of meaning of the words, so their precise contextual meaning can be determined. Word studies are integral to this process and NIDOTTE is indespensible in the process. If you are a pastor and its not in your library (or you don't otherwise have access to it) you are not properly outfitted for ministry.