A Concise Dictionary of Theology (Stimulus Book)

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 320 pages
• Published by: Paulist Press; Rev Sub edition May 2000
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 0809139294
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-0809139293
• Book Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Weighs: 15.2 ounces

From Library Journal
This second edition of the favorably reviewed 1990 work of the same title (LJ 5/1/91) remains much the same, with only the addition of some 50 new entries, corrections, expansions, and an index of names. The approximately 1200 alphabetically arranged theological terms and phrases span the entire course of Christian history. Individual entries are concise, balanced, and clearly written and range in length from a single sentence to a full-page essay on selected topics. Although the work is ecumenical in perspective, Roman Catholicism and theological developments in biblical, catechetical, ethical, historical, liturgical, and philosophical studies since Vatican II receive the major focus. Regretfully, this second edition fails to add bibliographies; however, Jesuit theologians O'Collins and Farrugia skillfully refer to biblical and ecclesiastical documents, providing the reader with a more complete discussion. Cross-references abound, and though there are no biographical entries, this is a useful resource for students and others seeking basic theological information. Libraries already owning the first edition, however, need not replace.
-John-Leonard Berg, Univ. of Wisconsin, Platteville
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Review
A masterpiece of terse, tightly-organized and always well-written information and explanation. -- The Tablet

A revised and expanded edition of what was already a great book to have around, and it's even better now. -- The Catechist's Connection

A useful resource for students and others seeking basic theological information -- Library Journal

A useful resource for students and others seeking basic theological information. -- Library Journal

Exceptional. -- Today's Books

Provides a valuable academic resource for students in theology. -- Catholic Library Association

Reader Reviews
I'm enrolled at a seminary, and my prof recommended this book as a companion to our other textbooks. I use it every time I read my assignments and review my class notes. The book contains key theology terms, definitions and concepts, written in easy to understand language. I will probably use this book for every pertinent class or lecture throughout my educational career.