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The Concise Dictionary of the Christian Tradition

Doctrine, Liturgy, History

JD Douglas , Peter Toon , Walter A Elwell
With almost 3,500 entries this wide-ranging reference guide provides definitions for key terms relating to the theology and practices of Protestant, Roman Catholic and Orthodox traditions, as well as brief biographical details on influential Christian thinkers from Abelard to Zwingli.
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Product information:
  • Publisher: Zondervan
  • Year: 2023
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 416pp
  • Illustrated: No
  • Dimensions: 228x152mm
  • ISBN: 9780310157335
  • Condition: New
  • Weight: 0.6kg
Product code:
539103
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In this single volume you will find nearly three-and-a-half thousand terms and names from the history, teachings, and liturgy of the church.



Terms and names that are difficult to find in standard dictionaries
Brief definitions and descriptions for quick reference
Names and terms from the history of the church in its various expressions
Concepts and terms related to the teachings of the church
Terms connected with the Protestant, Roman Catholic, and Orthodox liturgies

This indispensable reference work is for anyone who wants quick access to information that is sometimes difficult to find, even in a well-stocked library. The perfect single-volume reference for the layperson, students, pastors, and teachers.
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