Dictionary of New Testament Background (The IVP Bible Dictionary Series)

The book is invaluable from the perspective that it goes into much detail on various content that someone will read about in the New Testament section of the Christian Bible. It is written from an academic perspective, to support college-level study of the New Testament. Having said that, I still found the information relatively easy to understand and consume. The structure of the content may take some time to understand (for example, you cannot look for John, as in the apostle, in the index and locate specific pages; you will find that under headings related to manuscripts and so forth), however, this small frustration is overshadowed by the depth of the content of the entries. I purchased this book because it is cited as reference in a different college textbook that I am using from study. In that respect, it has enlightened me on various subjects within the New Testament and strengthened my overall understanding of what I am reading each week.

This volume is in the huge series from IVP on all areas of the bible. This book is a must have for any series pastor or student of the NT. I have used this several times in my study for sermons, papers, or just general questions I have had regarding background issues and the NT. I gave it 4/5 stars due to the need for a second edition. The editors at IVP have already processed the printing of a 2nd edition of Jesus and the Gospels, and I think it's time for a second edition of this volume as well. That being said, you cannot down play the significance of this volume and the series.

No jacket. I expected the book to look as it was advertised. Otherwise, the book is in new condition.

WHile this is a recent purchase, I have looked up several topics and have been very satisfied at the scholarship and thoroughness. For example, there were 7 pages of explanation on Messianic ideas and their development in the time of our Lord. Any Bible teacher of the Gospels would especially benefit in preparations by gaining valuable background information.

Book was as described. Arrived faster than expected. Thanks.

I have purchased most of these books for my husband and they are all very good and helpful.I cannot elaborate on content, but he is a religion major and all of these have been super helpful and chalk full of information.

Very handy addition to the three IVP New Testament dictionaries. Provides information of the contemporary context within which the new testament writers and the early church fathers lived and wrote.

This book is informative and a must have as it helps to explain some of the traditions and perhaps what the author may have been trying to convey. The book is set up by chapter and verse!

Excellent book

Knowing the background will help you to grasp the core of The New Testament.Science supports faith.I recommend this book warmly.

Um produto que vem proporcionando mais conhecimento sobre um momento tão complexo e as vezes pouco conhecido, o período interbiblico e o povo de Israel.

Lots of useful information

Bon livre à lire!!!