Download or read book Theological Terms in Layman Language written by Martin Murphy and published by Martin Murphy. This book was released on 2013-02 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is written so that simple words like faith or not so simple words like aseity are explained in plain language. Although there are numerous dictionaries, concordances, and encyclopedias that define theological words, phrases, and concepts, there are few that are concise and simple. Theological Terms in Layman Language is easy to read and designed for people who want a brief definition for theological terms.
Download or read book Saint Mary s Press Glossary of Theological Terms written by John T. Ford and published by Saint Mary's Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Provides a simple and easy-to-understand definition of words. "Helped me understand the relevant issues in class." "The terms are relevant and it was nice to have a compact resource readily available." These are just a few of the outstanding comments from students who class-tested a prepublication version of Saint Mary's Press(R) Glossary of Theological Terms at schools such as The Catholic University of America, Marquette University, Seattle University, and Loyola Marymount University. This handy guide gives students the basic knowledge of Catholic theological terminology they need for further academic study and for a good, solid general understanding of the Catholic faith. This glossary is the ideal resource for college instructors faced with introducing undergraduate students to Roman Catholic theology--and a highly useful companion for students who find introductory theology and religious studies confusing and challenging--and it is the logical first step toward Catholic theological literacy. Here students get beginning definitions or working explanations that serve as the basis for helping them become involved in genuine theological dialogue, discussion, and discovery. The perfect supplement or companion for many different introductory theology and religious studies courses, the glossary is: comprehensive in its inclusion of terms concise in its definitions very user-friendly The entry for each term includes: a reference to the language origin an indication of the theological content a summary statement of the contemporary meaning An indispensable guide to the theological terms students will encounter as they begin--and continue--their studies, the Saint Mary's Press(R) Glossary of Theological Terms is today's answer to the pressing need for improving Catholic literacy in today's beginning theology students.
Download or read book A Handbook of Theological Terms written by Van A. Harvey and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 1997-04 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A growing number of nonprofessional readers of theology, whether as individuals, in study groups, or in college courses, treat religion as the subject of disciplined study. Some acquaintance with the technical and traditional vocabulary is an asset to them. This guide to the meaning and use of nearly 350 theological terms provides something of the history and background of the terms it deals with. Copious cross-references add to the resources available for every entry. In the choice of terms to be explained, the primary emphasis is on those from systematic and philosophical theology. The text gives particular attention both to contemporary theology and to the historical differences between Protestants and Roman Catholics, and among Catholics.
Download or read book A Handbook of Theological Terms written by Van Austin Harvey and published by Scribner Paper Fiction. This book was released on 1964 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The text gives particular attention both to contemporay theology and to the historical differences between Protestants and Roman Catholics, and among various Protestant denominations.
Download or read book Westminster Dictionary of Theological Terms written by Donald K. McKim and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 1996-01-01 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Defines 6,000 terms on such topics as the Bible, worship, theology, ministry, ethics, church history, and spirituality
Download or read book Pocket Dictionary of Theological Terms written by Stanley J. Grenz and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2010-03-17 with total page 124 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The perfect companion to theological studies, this dictionary provides three hundred-plus definitions, including both English and foreign terms. A must-have for every theological reader.
Download or read book The Baker Compact Dictionary of Theological Terms written by Gregg R. Allison and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2016-05-17 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quickly Find and Understand Key Theological Terms Christianity is a faith built upon the Word and understood through words, both written and spoken, handed down for centuries. But many of the terms used in both the Scriptures and theological writings are unfamiliar or misunderstood. For the Christian desiring a more clear and robust understanding of these terms, this book offers concise definitions of six hundred of the most significant words at the heart of the Christian faith, including terms related to: · doctrine (e.g., the atonement, the church) · biblical concepts (e.g., Messiah, Son of Man) · church practices (e.g., anointing of the sick, immersion) · philosophical concepts (e.g., a priori, compatibilism) · people (e.g., Thomas Aquinas, John Wesley) · councils (e.g., Councils of Nicea I and II, Council of Trent) · movements (e.g., Protestantism, Pentecostalism) · documents (e.g., the Chalcedonian Creed, Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy) · and more Students of the Bible, college and seminary students, and anyone who desires to deepen their understanding of the Christian faith will find this an indispensable resource.
Download or read book Dictionary of Theological Terms in Simplified English written by Debbie Dodd and published by . This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 150 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 50 Most Important Theological Terms written by J Brian Tucker and published by Moody Publishers. This book was released on 2021-09-07 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some people make theology complicated. Here’s what you need to know. Theology can be intimidating, full of big words and lofty ideas. Yet theological terms aren’t just for professors to argue about in the ivory tower. These powerful words have important meanings for the everyday Christian, too. They aren’t reserved for academic theologians. These terms belong to you! In 50 Most Important Theological Terms, Moody professors David Finkbeiner and Brian Tucker offer helpful explanations of the –isms and –ologies of Bible doctrine that you’ve heard of but aren’t sure what they mean. Beyond mere explanations, the authors help you understand why these terms matter, not just for classroom textbooks but for the book of real life. You’ll learn about questions like: How is Jesus fully God and fully human at the same time? By what means was sin passed to everyone from Adam? Do humans have only a body and soul, or a body, soul, and spirit? Is repentance from sin part of saving faith? And much more . . . Despite what you may have heard, theology actually is relevant. Don’t miss out on the meanings of theological terms. Get the answers from experts and let your confusion turn to understanding.
Download or read book Dictionary of Latin and Greek Theological Terms written by Richard A. Muller and published by Baker Academic. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 467 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This indispensable companion to key post-Reformation theological texts provides clear and concise definitions of Latin and Greek terms for students at a variety of levels. Written by a leading scholar of the Reformation and post-Reformation eras, this volume offers definitions that bear the mark of expert judgment and precision. The second edition includes new material and has been updated and revised throughout.
Download or read book A Concise Dictionary of Theological Terms written by Christopher W. Morgan and published by B&H Publishing Group. This book was released on 2020-05-01 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With more than 700 definitions for theological words and phrases from "Abrahamic covenant" to "Zwinglian view of the Lord's Supper," A Concise Dictionary of Theological Terms helps readers master the foundational language of the Christian faith. Unique in its format, grouping related words together to promote overall comprehension, this is an essential resource for Christians who want to understand unfamiliar terms or gain more in-depth knowledge of key theological concepts.
Download or read book Essential Theological Terms written by Justo L. González and published by Westminster John Knox Press. This book was released on 2005-01-01 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Essential Theological Terms, renowned church historian Justo González provides students with accessible discussions of over three hundred theological terms. Each entry in this two-column work gives more detail than those typical of a dictionary, introducing the meaning of the term, its importance, and ways it has been understood in both historical and contemporary theology. These reliable discussions of the most common ideas and concepts encountered in theological studies will make this book indispensable for students in all stages of their education.
Download or read book A theological dictionary containing definitions of all religious terms Woodward s enlarged improved Amer ed written by Charles Buck and published by . This book was released on 1841 with total page 794 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book A Dictionary of the Bible Christian Doctrine in Everyday English written by J. Wesley Eby and published by Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Help new Christians understand the meaning of the faith. A Dictionary of the Bible and Christian Doctrine in Everyday English provides easy-to-understand definitions of commonly used biblical, theological, and doctrinal terms. It covers every phase of Christian doctrine, presenting the major theological viewpoints in simple language. Perfect for use as a companion to the Bible and doctrinal study, it is extremely valuable for Sunday school teachers, pastors, and other Christian leaders instructing new converts in the Christian faith.A Dictionary of the Bible and Christian Doctrine in Everyday English features: Simple language that everyone can understandMore than 1,300 entries, including pronunciation guides and parts of speechBible references, cross references, map references, time line references, and much more
Download or read book The Westminster Dictionary of Theological Terms Second Edition written by Donald K. McKim and published by Presbyterian Publishing Corp. This book was released on 2014-04-14 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This second edition of the Westminster Dictionary of Theological Terms provides a comprehensive guide to nearly 7,000 theological terms, 1,000 more terms than the first edition. McKim's succinct definitions cover a broad range of theological studies and related disciplines: contemporary theologies, biblical studies, church history, ethics, feminist theology, global theologies, hermeneutics, liberation theology, liturgy, ministry, philosophy, philosophy of religion, postcolonial theology, social sciences, spiritually, worship, and Protestant, Reformed, and Roman Catholic theologies. This new edition also includes cross-references that link readers to other related terms, commonly used scholarly abbreviations and abbreviations for canonical and deuterocanonical texts, an annotated bibliography, and a new introductory section that groups together terms and concepts, showing where they fit within particular theological categories. No other single volume provides the busy student, and the theologically experienced reader, with such easy access to so many theological definitions.
Download or read book A Concise Dictionary of Theology written by Gerald O'Collins and published by Paulist Press. This book was released on 2013 with total page 554 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This third edition identifies and clarifies a thousand central theological terms, providing necessary information about their origin, the history of their usage, and their place in the story of Christianity. The authors have introduced into many entires findings from the latest scholarship, as well as fresh developoments in the church life and teaching. For easy reference, there are also both a chart of the Catholic Church's twenty-one general councils and a timeline." - back cover.
Download or read book Zondervan Dictionary of Bible and Theology Words written by Matthew S. DeMoss and published by Zondervan Academic. This book was released on 2009-12-15 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reach for almost any commentary or other Bible study text and sooner or later (probably sooner!) you’re bound to stumble over a word you don’t know. Unfortunately, the dictionary doesn’t shed much light on terms such as agraphon, deutero-Isaiah, pretribulationism, synonymous parallelism, Transjordan, or zugoth. Even words you are able to look up can have specific nuances and applications in biblical and theological study. What you need is a study book to help you understand the study books. You need the Zondervan Dictionary of Bible and Theology Words. This hugely practical volume puts the definitions you need most right at your fingertips. Over 1,700 words and phrases from Old and New Testament studies, biblical languages, and systematic theology have been compiled, alphabetized, and defined as succinctly as possible. You’ll never be left scratching your head again. The Zondervan Dictionary of Bible and Theology Words is destined to become a staple reference tool for pastors, Sunday school teachers, and everyone with an interest in learning more about the Bible and theology. The more you study the Bible, the more you’ll appreciate having this unique resource in your library.
