Chapter 5

Reference Works

Cut off have been My people for lack of knowledge,
Because thou knowledge hast rejected,
I reject thee from being priest to Me,
And thou forgettest the law of thy God,
I forget thy sons, I also!
According to their abundance so they sinned against Me,
Their honour into shame I change." -- The Word of The Lord (Hosea 4:6,7, YLTHB)
For whosoever hath, to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance: but whosoever hath not, from him shall be taken away even that he hath. -- Jesus Christ (Matthew 13:12)

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Biblical Counseling Reference Works
Topical Bible Indexes
Bible Reference Works
General Reference Works

Bibliography of Bibliography
Microforms and Manuscripts
Christian Publishers and Bookstores
Finding Books
Books-On-Demand
CD-ROM Libraries
Virtual Online Digital Libraries
Bibliotherapy
Compiled Quotations
Chapter 5 Related Weblinks

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Chapter 5
Reference Works

Manuals and Handbooks

Barber, Cyril J., Best Books for Your Bible Study Library (Loizeaux Brothers, September 2000).
Paperback - 96 pages.

Barber, Cyril J., The Minister's Library (January 17, 2001).
Software.

Barber, Cyril J., The Minister's Library, Volume 1 [50033]

Barber, Cyril J., The Minister's Library, Volume 2 [50034

Barber, Cyril J., The Minister's Library, Supplement (1986-1987) [50035]

Barber, Cyril J., The Minister's Library, Volumes 1-4 on CD-ROM (Neptune, NJ: Loizeaux Brothers, Incorporated [Not released as of 5/12/2000]). [50035A]

*Baxter, Richard, A Christian Directory: Baxter's Practical Works, Vol. 1 (Morgan, PA: Soli Deo Gloria Publications, 1997, 1990, 1838, 1707, 1678, 1673), EEBO. See Reformation Bookshelf CD #21 (Still Waters Revival Books).
This Soli Deo Gloria publication is a facsimile reprint of the 19th century reprint by George Virtue, London. Foreword by J.I. Packer.
The original 1673 edition and the 1678 edition, both printed by Robert White for Nevill Simmons, are available on microfilm (Ann Arbor, MI.: University Microfilms, 1970). 1 microfilm reel. 35 mm. (Early English books, 1641-1700; 343:11)
Also available in Cerlox bound photocopy from Still Waters Revival Books, Edmonton, AB, Canada.
The full title is: A Christian Directory: or A Sum of Practical Theology, and Cases of Conscience. Directing Christians How to Use Their Knowledge and Faith; How to Improve all Helps and Means, and to Perform all Duties; How to Overcome Temptations, and to Escape or Mortify Every Sin. In Four Parts.
I. Christian Ethics (or Private Duties)
II. Christian Economics (or Family Duties)
III. Christian Ecclesiastics (or Church Duties)
IV. Christian Politics (or Duties to Our Rulers and Neighbours)
"Though relatively weak on corporate sanctification, corporate faithfulness and some important areas of doctrine (such as justification), Baxter's work on subjects related to personal piety can be of good practical use to the Christian -- if one is careful to separate out his aberrant doctrinal views and any practical errors they may lead to." -- SWRB
" Ptacek in Family Worship (p. 51-52), supplies the following information in regard to Baxter and this book. He notes that after the Episcopalians ejected numerous `nonconformists,' in what is know as the `great ejection,' in 1662, `Baxter pastored from house to house, visiting families of his parish in their homes. These visits contributed to Baxter's A CHRISTIAN DIRECTORY, a large and still very relevant manual of pastoral care.' Focusing on just one area of great importance, Ptacek demonstrates how this book's relevance is not limited by time or culture, though sometimes the use of specific words are. `Published in 1673, but written 1664-65, a large book-length part of Baxter's CHRISTIAN DIRECTORY is devoted to the family. It is entitled `Christian Economics' based on the archaic usage of the word, which reflects the proper sense of the Greek root oikonomos as the manager of a household, in the Christian case, the spiritual leader of the family. The family head is essential to Baxter's view of family worship and instruction. Baxter asserts that it is God's will that this instruction be carried out by the rulers of the families.' For a male head of the household to fail to do so, or to have another instruct in the family, is contrary to his position of authority.' This is the kind of book that can be passed on from generation to generation and still find much use in the service of the kingdom of God." -- SWRB
The Richard Baxter Page
http://members.aol.com/augusteen/Baxter.html

Baxter, Richard. The practical works of the late reverend and pious Mr. Richard Baxter, in four volumes. With a preface; giving some account of the author, and of this edition ... Together with alphabetical tables to each volume. Vol. 4. London, 1707. 4 vols. (ECCO) Gale Document Number CW3320004273

*Baxter, Richard, A Call to the Unconverted: Baxter's Practical Works, Vol. 2 (Morgan, PA: Soli Deo Gloria Publications, March 2000). 30935
"This is the second of four volumes constituting the complete works of this giant of the faith. This huge volume, over 1000 pages, gathers together such penetrating topics as The Unpardonable Sin, The Spirit's Witness to the Truth of Christianity, The Arrogancy of Reason Against Divine Revelation, A Call to the Unconverted, Now or Never, A Saint or a Brute, God's Goodness Vindicated, The Character of a Sound, Confirmed Christian, and others." -- GCB. A Christian classic.
This volume also contains A Call the Unconverted, The Reasonableness of the Christian Religion, The Unreasonableness of Infidelity, A Treatise of Converstion, and Character of a Sound Confirmed Christians.
Translations: A Call to the Unconverted (singely), Dutch, OCLC 16991691; French, OCLC 38285837, 28780900; Danish, OCLC 17960566; Polish, OCLC 42954154.
The Richard Baxter Page
http://members.aol.com/augusteen/Baxter.html

*Baxter, Richard, The Saint's Everlasting Rest: Baxter's Practical Works, Vol. 3 (Morgan, PA: Soli Deo Gloria Publications). 30936
"Third in the four-volume set. Includes The Saint's Everlasting Rest; Treatise of Self-Denial; The Life of Faith; Obedient Patience, and many more. Over 1000 pages." -- GCB
Translations: The Saint's Everlasting Rest (singely), French, OCLC 24837551, 12603369; Danish, OCLC 36139702, 13711852; Dutch? OCLC 2538485.
The Saints' Everlasting Rest, Richard Baxter, edited by Benjamin Fawcett
http://www.ccel.org/b/baxter/everlasting_rest/saints_rest.html
The Richard Baxter Page
http://members.aol.com/augusteen/Baxter.html

*Baxter, Richard, The Reformed Pastor: Baxter's Practical Works, Vol. 4 (Morgan, PA: Soli Deo Gloria Publications, 2000, 1992). 30937
"This is the fourth and final volume in this great set. Includes, [`Compassionate Counsel to all Young Men,'] `The Reformed Pastor' `Poor Man's Family Book,' `The Catechizing of Families,' and `The Mother's Catechism,' in all 25 sermons, treatises, and catechisms. Dr. J.I. Packer says, `For me, the great joy of this year is that it see the completion of Soli Deo Gloria's reprint of Baxter's incomparable PRACTICAL WORKS'." -- GCB
The Reformed Pastor, Richard Baxter
http://www.e4.net
The Richard Baxter Page
http://members.aol.com/augusteen/Baxter.html
Compassionate Counsel to all Young Men (1681), by Richard Baxter
http://www.lettermen2.com/ccaym.html

*Brown, John (of Edinburgh, 1784-1858), Christian pastor's manual: a selection of tracts on the duties, difficulties, and encouragements of the Christian ministry. (Philadelphia, PA: J. Whtham, 1837).

*Harrison, Roland Kenneth (editor), Encyclopedia of Biblical and Christian Ethics [20730]

*Martin, Walter R., The Kingdom of the Cults: An Analysis of the Major Cult Systems in the Present Christian Era [D1124]

*The Reformation Study Bible: The Word That Changes Lives -- the Faith That Changed The World, New King James Version (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers, March 2001). Previous published under the title New Geneva Study Bible: Bringing the Light of the Reformation to Scripture (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1995).
"The NEW GENEVA STUDY BIBLE offers a restatement of Reformation truth for Christians today. The first Geneva Bible was a pivotal force in the Reformation. Using the everyday language of its time, it opened the pages of Scripture to readers and provided helpful notes to assist them in understanding its message. It became the family Bible of the English people, and was the Bible that the Pilgrims brought to the New World. Since that time a multitude of English translations and study Bibles have appeared, but none of these has incorporated a summary of Reformed theology." -- Thomas Nelson Publishers
Also available in digital format from Logos Bible Software.
The Reformation Study Bible in Logos Bible Software
http://www.logos.com/ebooks/details/NGSTBIB
A Review of The Reformation Study Bible
http://www.lettermen2.com/geneva.html
Readers of THE REFORMATION STUDY BIBLE should also be familiar with The Westminster Family of Documents, the doctrine of the Mediatorial Dominion of Jesus Christ, and the literature of the Covenanted Reformation.
"The Westminster Confession of Faith (1646, The Westminster Standards) and Related Works: A Study Guide"
http://www.lettermen2.com/suggest.html
The Covenanted Reformation of Scotland Short Title Listing
http://www.lettermen2.com/bcrr9chb.html#crsstl
Reformed Presbyterian Catechism, William L. Roberts D.D.
http://www.covenantedreformation.com/EssaysCR/RP%20Catechism/RP%20Index.html

Adams, Jay E., Handbook of Church Discipline [30039]

*Adams, Jay E., Helps for Counselors: A Mini-Manual for Christian Counseling [30041]

*Adams, Jay E., Shepherding God's Flock: A Handbook on Pastoral Ministry, Counseling and Leadership [30071]

Adams, Jay E., The Christian Counselor's Word Book: A Primer in Nouthetic Counseling [20547, 30013]

Aldrich, Clarence Knight, A Pastoral Counseling Casebook [20933]

Babbit, Edmond H., The Pastor's Pocket Manual for Hospital and Sickroom [20529]

Becker, Russell J., Family Pastoral Care [70235A]

Bobgan, Martin, and Deidre Bobgan, CONFRONTING the Biblical Counseling Foundation's Self-Confrontation Manual. A PsychoHeresy Awareness Position Paper (PsychoHeresy Awareness Ministries 4137 Primavera Road, Santa Barbara, CA 93110).
"While we no longer recommend any manuals or training programs for biblical counseling, we would issue the following recommendations for changing the manual and for restraints if the BCF manual is to be used at all."
http://www.psychoheresy-aware.org/images/bcfpaper.pdf

*Broger, John C. (developer/editor), Course I: The Self-Confrontation Syllabus for Biblical Counseling Training [20036]
Biblical Counseling Foundation
http://www.bcfministries.org/About%20BCF/about%20bcf.html

Brooks, R.T., Ask the Bible: An Alphabetical Guide to What the Bible Has to Say About Our Most Difficult Daily Problems [20551]

Cryer, Newman S., and John Monroe Vayhinger (editors), Casebook in Pastoral Counseling [20934]

Dedrick, William, and Colleen Dedrick, The Little Book of Christian Character and Manners [70136]

*Eyrich, Howard, Three To Get Ready: Premarital Counseling Manual, second revised and expanded edition (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House, 1991). 20538
"A manual on premarital counseling presenting a step-by-step guide through the major areas to be covered. Chock full of practical advice. Jay Adams says: `Here it is! The premarital counseling guide you have been waiting for'."

Fortune, Don, and Kathie Fortune, Discover Your Children's Gifts [70194]

Gillies, John, A Guide to Caring for and Coping With Aging Parents [80070]

Grunlan, Stephen A., and Daniel H. Lambrides, Healing Relationships: A Christian's Manual for Lay Counseling [20297]

Harris, J. Gordon, Biblical Perspectives on Aging: God and the Elderly [80071]

Gorder, Cheryl, and Don Hubbs, Home Education Resource Guide, 4th edition (Blue Bird Pub)
"A comprehensive resource guide for the parent-educator. `If you can afford only one resource directory, this is the one to buy'." -- Library Journal
"This title has been used by homeschoolers since 1987 and is a comprehensive guide to resources for a home education." -- Publisher's Annotation "Provides current information on hundreds of important resources for homeschoolers. Includes lists of correspondence schools, curricula, testing services, reading and math helps, support groups, educational toys and games, many more. Mary Pride says: "Those dedicated to home schooling, especially home school leaders, will get some mileage out of the Resource Guide." -- GCB

Hunter, Robert L., Helping When It Hurts: A Practical Guide to Helping Relationships [20300]

Jehle, Paul, Go Ye Therefore and Teach: Operation Manual for Christian Day School [70352]

Joslin, G. Stanley, The Minister's Law Handbook [20603]

Kandle, George C., and Henry H. Cassler, Ministering to Prisoners and Their Families [20506]

Kopp, Ruth L., and Stephen Sorenson, When Someone You Love Is Dying: A Handbook for Counselors and Those Who Care [40190]

Lester, Andrew D., When Children Suffer: A Sourcebook for Ministry With Children in Crisis [20046]

*Luther, Martin (1483-1546), Tischreden (Aurifaber). [English Selections], The Table Talk or Familiar Discourse of Martin Luther. Additional title: Dr Martin Luther's divine discourses at his table, &c. Which in his life time he held with divers learned men (such as were Philip Melancthon, Casparus Cruciger, Justus Jonas, Paulus Eberus, Vitus Dietericus, Joannes Bugonhagen, Joannes Forsterus, and others) containing questions and answers touching religion, and other main points of doctrine, also many notable histories, and all sorts of learning, comforts, advises, prophesies, admonitions, directions and instructions. Collected first together by Dr. Antonius Lautherbach, and afterward disposed into certain common places by John Aurifaber Dr. in Divinity. Translated out of the high German into the English tongue by Capt. Henry Bell (London: David Bogue, 1848), EEBO.
"In 1525 Luther married and settled down to family life in Wittenberg. Among his visitors were many poor students, and these fervent disciples wrote down all they remembered of their master's conversation. This Table Talk has always enjoyed great popularity for its refreshing unreserve and frequent brilliance. It shows Luther to have been a true child of his age. He must be judged by the mind of his times. We give some of his strong opinions that have not borne the wear and tear of later ages; but they are more than balanced by teaching that is beautiful as well as true." -- J.A. Hammerton, Outline of Great Books
The Table Talk of Martin Luther, translated and edited by William Hazlitt, with a memoir by Alexander Chalmers (London, G. Bell and Sons, 1902), Library of Congress Control Number: 04014018; LOC CALL NUMBER: Microfilm 68188 BR.
The Table-talk of Martin Luther translated by William Hazlitt, Esq.
This is e-text of The Lutheran Publication Society printing.
http://www.reformed.org/documents/Table_talk/table_talk.html

McIlhaney, Joe, and Susan Nethery, 1,001 Health-Care Questions Women Ask

Melina, Lois R., Raising Adopted Children: A Manual for Adoptive Parents [40107]

Mitchell, Kenneth R., Hospital Chaplain (Philadelphia, PA: Westminster Press, 1972). 20532
"This brief, lively book reveals the typical experience of the hospital chaplain, making clear to both clergy and medical professionals what his role is." -- Gorman/Matthews

Morris, James Kenneth, Marriage Counseling: A Manual for Ministers [20539]

Moormann, Philip G., Christian Home Study Handbook, 1986: A Guide to Christian Correspondence Schools, Cassette and Video-Taped Instruction, Computer Programs, and Christ

Paul, James L. (editor), The Exceptional Child: A Guidebook for Churches and Community Agencies [70390]

Pellauer, Mary D., Barbara Chester, and Jane Boyajian (editors), Sexual Assault and Abuse: A Handbook for Clergy and Religious Professionals [40232]

Pill, Theodore K., Premarital Counseling Handbook for Ministers [20540]

Platt, Larry A., and Roger G. Branch (editors), Resources for Ministry in Death and Dying [80094]

Riekse, Robert J., and Henry Holstege, The Christian Guide to Parent Care [80075]

*Ryle, J.C., Practical Religion: Being Plain Papers on the Daily Duties, Experience, Dangers and Privileges of Professing Christians [20475]

Saia, Michael, Counseling the Homosexual [20834]

Sanders, Bill, Tough Turf: A Teen Survival Manual [70323]

*Sell, Charles M., Family Ministry: The Enrichment of Family Life Through the Church [70360]

Sharp, William Donald, Medicine and the Ministry: Medical Basis for Pastoral Care [20533]

Sherouse, Deborah L., Adolescent Drug and Alcohol Abuse Handbook: For Parents and Professionals [20724]

Smick, Timothy S., et al., Eldercare for the Christian Family: What to Do When a Loved One Becomes Dependent [80076]

Strom, Kay M., Helping Women in Crisis: A Handbook for People Helpers [40220A]

Thornton, Edward E., Theology and Pastoral Counseling [20518]

United States Department of the Army, The Chaplain as Counselor [70552]

Van Deusen, Dayton G., Redemptive Counseling (Atlanta, GA: John Knox Press). 50000B
Includes bibliography.

Vila, Samuel, Handbook for Christian Counseling: Manual De Visitacion Pastoral [20569]

Yarbrough, Tom, Call to Comfort: A Counseling Manual for Every Christian [20573]

See also: The teaching of the lord jesus christ, Christ our example, Resources in christian counseling

Related WebLinks

The Homeless Handbook
http://www.infoxchange.net.au/hhb/index.html

REFERENCE WORKS

Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
For every one that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth; and to him that knocketh it shall be opened. -- Jesus Christ (Matthew 7:7, 8)

Biblical Counseling Reference Works

*Smith, Jerome H. (editor), The New Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, revised and expanded (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1997, 1992, 1836).
"For over 150 years, the TREASURY OF SCRIPTURE KNOWLEDGE has given Bible students the most complete collection anywhere of cross references -- far more than any concordance or reference Bible. Now this updated classic is so much easier to use. The entries, arranged verse by verse, offer cross references to related verses, topics, themes, and important words, so you can discover just what the Bible says about itself. This new edition contains over 100,000 new references, hundreds of corrections, seven new indexes, a handy symbol system, and a helpful `how to use the book' section. And it's completely retypeset in modern type for readability! 1664 pages . . ." -- CBD
"The one book, aside from the Bible itself, that I value most in my studies. I am grateful to Thomas Nelson for publishing this expanded edition." -- John MacArthur
Includes bibliography, subject index, topic number index, Proverbs index, name index, figure of speech index, and other indexes. See the index to Proverbs.
Also available in digital format.
New Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, Logos Bible Software (LLS)
"Edited by Jerome H. Smith - An incredible 1-volume Bible reference library, this comprehensive update of the original TREASURY OF SCRIPTURE KNOWLEDGE is a unique resource for Bible study, teaching, or preaching. This edition contains nearly 100,000 new cross-references, additional key words, a new system of symbols, and many other improvements. This is the most comprehensive collection of time-saving and insightful cross-references ever published! Dozens of special study aids help you develop powerful lessons or sermons -- straight from the Bible itself! Dr. John MacArthur, Jr. says: 'The one book, apart from the Bible itself, that I value most in my studies'."
New Treasury of Scripture Knowledge -- Logos Bible Software
http://www.logos.com/ebooks/details/ntsk

Dean, Hershel B., The Golden Treasury of Bible Wisdom [20583]

Hart, D.G. and Mark A. Noll (editors), Dictionary of the Presbyterian and Reformed: Tradition in America

Hendricks, Howard G., The Encyclopedia of Christian Parenting (Old Tappan, NJ: Fleming H. Revell, c1982). 70110
Includes bibliography.

McIlhaney, Joe, and Susan Nethery, 1,001 Health-Care Questions Women Ask

O'Hara, Ann Margaret (editor), Treatment Facility Resource Manual (Cincinnati, OH [National Association of Church Personnel Administrators, 100 E. 8th Street, Cincinnati 45202]: National Association of Church Personnel Administrators, 1986). 50002

Platt, Larry A., and Roger G. Branch (editors), Resources for Ministry in Death and Dying [80094]

*Schaff, Philip, History of the Christian Church
http://www.ccel.org/s/schaff/history/

Sherouse, Deborah L., Adolescent Drug and Alcohol Abuse Handbook: For Parents and Professionals [20724]

See also: The teaching of the lord jesus christ, Christ our example, The promises of Christ, Bible promises,

Related WebLinks

Appendix A: Words of Christ Appearing in The Web Edition of Biblical Counsel: Resources for Renewal
http://www.lettermen2.com/bcrrappa.html

Sound Word Associates Library of Biblical Counselors
http://www.soundword.com/ccon.html

Biblical Counseling On-line Workshop
http://www.immanuels.org/biblical_counseling/

Biblical Counseling Manual: A Self Help Counseling Program Guide, Adam Pulaski
http://www.ecoin.net/bcbook/

Sound Word Associates, Ltd.
http://www.soundword.com/index.html

Listmania! Lists by Lettermen2@aol.com at Amazon.com
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Synopsis to the Books of the Bible, by John Nelson Darby, 1800-1881 (J.N. Darby was a Scofield Dispensationalist)
http://www.ccel.org/darby/synopsis/

Topical Bible Indexes

Anderson, Ken, Where to Find It in the Bible
"This A to Z listing of topics puts key Scriptures at your fingertips without a lot of fancy theological language. There are 3700 different subjects, circumstances, and situations! Bible versions: NKJV, KJV, NRSV, NIV, CEV, and others." -- Publisher's Annotation
"This book is alive! It covers topics right out of my daily life (like leadership, politics, and management) that I've never been able to find so easily in a traditional concordance. Then, as the title says, it shows me where to find them in the Bible. I'm using it as one of my key organizational development tools." -- Dr. John Rivera, consultant, researcher, and educator This work could be used in combination with THE NEW TREASURY OF SCRIPTURE KNOWLEDGE for deeper and broader studies.

Haycock, Ruth, Encyclopedia of Bible Truths (Whittier, CA: Association of Christian Schools International, c1993). Former title: ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BIBLE TRUTHS FOR SCHOOL SUBJECTS.
"Dr. Haycock's work is listed in the current ACSI product catalog for $25 for ACSI member schools. You can obtain a copy by calling the order department in Colorado Springs (800) 367-0798. This is still a very popular item at our conventions and for schools in the accreditation process." -- Bill Wilson
"With this unique resource you can help your students understand how God's Word relates to every subject. Whether the topic is Geography or Geometry, Literature or Law, this book establishes the fundamental connection between each discipline and the truth of the Scriptures. Originally published in four separate paperbacks, it is now available in a single, hardback edition. It can be used for lesson preparation, research, project completion, more!" -- GCB May be purchased in Great Britain from:
http://www.homeschool.co.uk/product/1100

*Nave, Orville, and Edward Viening (revised and compiled) The New Nave's Topical Bible, new and enlarged (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House, 1986).
NAVE'S is a way of finding what the Bible teaches on any subject. Unlike a concordance it has the verses printed right within the book.
Formerly THE ZONDERVAN TOPICAL BIBLE. Edward Viening was responsible for the compilation and revision of this 1969 work. This revised edition has 21,000 subject-heads rather than 20,000, but does not have the extensive Scripture references which still appear only in the Hendrickson edition. Nearly 6500 listings with more than 100,000 Scripture references and 1114 pages. Very useful in counseling also. A Christian classic.
Dr. D. James Kennedy says he has used it for 30 years and considers it an indispensable aid. Billy Graham has said he uses it more than any other book except the Bible in the preparation of his sermons. A Christian classic.
Nave's Topical Bible
http://bible.crosswalk.com/Concordances/NavesTopicalBible/

Nelson (Thomas Nelson editors), Nelson's Topical Bible Index (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers).
"Offers pastors, Bible scholars, and laypeople ready-to-use information and quick answers to Bible questions. It organizes key Scripture references with context summaries under 8,000 topics and sub-topics, including names, places, things, concepts, events and doctrines. Includes brief definitions that are useful for personal study or lesson preparation." -- Publisher's Annotation
Also available in LLS format in Nelson's Electronic Bible Reference Library, Volume 1.
Nelson Reference, Ultimate Bible Reference Library: CD-ROM (Nelson Reference, October 15, 2002).
Includes THE NEW GENEVA STUDY BIBLE, THE NEW TREASURY OF SCRIPTURE KNOWLEDGE, THE NEW NAVE'S TOPICAL BIBLE, MATTHEW HENRY'S COMMENTARY (complete and unabridged) and about 55 other works. Logos Library System format.

*Pilgrim Publications, Complete Index to the New Park Street Pulpit and the Metropolitan Tabernacle Pulpit [31742]

*Thompson, Frank Charles (editor) and Kirkbride Bible and Technology (other contributor), Thompson Chain Reference Bible, KJV, 5th edition, improved, leather bound (Kirkbride Bible Company, December 2005), some editions include a CD-ROM, language: English, French, and Spanish. Many editions and bindings are available.
"Dr. Frank C. Thompson, D.D., Ph.D., invested more than forty years in compiling and developing the remarkable Chain-Reference system that is the heart of the Bible that now bears his name." -- Publisher's Annotation
This is a huge body of work: the fully cross-referenced Bible, 1619 pages, plus Bible helps, 788 pages, for a total of 2417 pages. It may be used profitably in combination with THE NEW TREASURY OF SCRIPTURE KNOWLEDGE (1680 pages), THE NEW GENEVA STUDY BIBLE (THE REFORMATION STUDY BIBLE) (2220 pages), THE GENEVA BIBLE (648 pages), THE THOMPSON EXHAUSTIVE TOPICAL BIBLE: KING JAMES VERSION (1631 pages), and THE NEW NAVE'S TOPICAL BIBLE (1114 pages). "The topics from the TOPICAL BIBLE can easily be found in the General Index of the THOMSPON CHAIN-REFERENCE BIBLE. In the General Index are found the chain-reference numbers that will guide the user into the biblical context for many of the topics. The many additional resources in the THOMSON CHAIN-REFERENCE BIBLE . . . will greatly supplement any topical study." -- Introduction to the TOPICAL BIBLE
We feel that both THE THOMPSON CHAIN-REFERENCE BIBLE, KING JAMES VERSION, 5TH EDITION, and the THOMPSON EXHAUSTIVE TOPICAL BIBLE: KING JAMES VERSION has a part in every reference library, particularly the libraries of Biblical Counselors.
Remember the Thompson Chain-Reference System was developed for the Authorized King James Version. It is also available in New American Standard, New King James, and the New International versions.
"A THOMPSON STUDY BIBLE will help you in ways other Bibles can't. It's the unique Chain-Reference System that allows you to follow any subject, person, place or idea, from the front of your Bible to the end. THOMPSON users say it's the best way to study your Bible. No other Bible has this superb, patented, Thompson Chain Reference System developed by Dr. Frank C. Thompson in 1890. Since that time, thousands of additional topics and links have been added. The AKJV 4th edition has been out-of-print since 1988. The 5th edition began printing in 1988. The only way to find a 4th edition would be in the secondary market. . . ' -- Publisher's Annotation
"Some Thompson Bible Features [from among 75 additional study features]:

Thompson Chain Reference System
Thompson Bible Content
Archaeology
Full-Color Atlas Section
Portraits of Christ
Topical Treasury
Thompson Bible Helps Section
Biblical History Sample" -- Publisher's Annotation

"The text is set in two columns for ease of reading. Cross-references are to the left and right of the respective columns immediately adjacent to the related verse. TCR cross-references are by subject. Each cross-reference contains a TCR Index number, the TCR subject, and the next Bible verse in the 'chain' for that subject. For example, if you were studying the gospel of 'John' at John 1:9 the TCR cross-reference reads '2168 Christ the Light, 8:12.' Thus the TCR index number is '2168,' the subject is 'Christ the Light,' and the next verse in the 'chain' is John 8:12. Going to John 8:12 you would find '2168 Christ the Light, 12:35' and so on to the end of the 'chain'. What makes this different than most other study Bibles is the 'TCR Numeric Index.' Looking up TCR Index number 2168 we find ALL references to subject 'Christ the Light' in order from Genesis to Revelation. You can also do a lookup using the subject. For example, say you are asked a question by an un-believer, 'Why was Jesus Christ called 'the Light of the world' and what does it mean?' First you would look up the subject 'Christ' or 'Jesus' in the 'TCR Alphabetic Index.' For example, in section 'C,' we find 'Christ,' under the 'Christ' entry we find 'Light, the ... 2168.' Now we can look in the 'TCR Numeric Index' for the '2168' entry. Here we find the 'chain' of all relevant verses for further study. Why is this better than a 'Strong's' search? Using the latest 'Strongest Strong's ...' under word 'light' we find 288 entries. The 'Strong's' search is less efficient because many of the 288 entries are not relevant to the subject in question. The full compliment of TCR Bible helps consists of the cross-references (100,000 entries), 'Alphabetic Index (8,000 entries)', 'Numerical Index (4,200 entries),' 'Outline Studies,' 'Bible Character Studies,' 'Bible Harmonies,' 'Archaeological Supplement,' 'Hebrew Calendar,' 'Concordance,' and 'Bible Maps.' At $36 you can not go wrong. If I could have only one study Bible, this would be it." -- Reader's Comment
Warning: Many editions and bindings are available, including CD-ROM software Bible research packages, and Palm or PocketPC devices. The website for Thompson Bibles is the best source of complete descriptions of the various editions.
"The 5th edition is the 4th edition expanded, and has everything the 4th had, plus more. While Kirkbride is always in production printing the Bibles with the current year's date, it is still the 1988 5th edition [this 5th edition was the last edition of THE THOMPSON CHAIN-REFERENCE BIBLE, anything published in 1988 or later is the 5th edition. -- sk]." -- Publisher's Annotation
Both the buyer and the seller can become confused about various editions because Kirbride Bible Company apparently has never printed the Internation Standard Book Number (ISBN) in the various editons and printings. Buyers will want to confirm the edition, version, and publisher with the seller.
There are numerous reader's comments about poor quality of paper, binding, and typography of TCR Bibles not printed by Kirkbride, so be sure to carefully inspect any non-Kirkbride edition before purchasing it.
Thompson apparently was a Methodist pastor. The first edition of 1908 was "published by Methodists Book Concern of Dobbs Ferry, New York." -- Publisher's Annotation

Thompson, Frank Charles (author), Paul M. Hillman (editor), John Stephen Jauchen (editor) The Thompson Exhaustive Topical Bible: King James Version (Indianapolis, IN: Kirkbride Bible Company, Inc., 1997). Hardcover, 1631 pages.
This is a topical Bible compiled from the Thompson Chain-Reference System.
"NAVE'S TOPICAL BIBLE was edited into a Study Bible format shortly after the appearance of the original THOMPSON CHAIN-REFERENCE BIBLE. It is fitting for Thompson's Study Bible to be reformatted into a reference book. And where there is room in the marketplace and on every serious student's bookshelf for more than one Bible translation, so there is room for more than one Topical Bible -- and great value in the use of both Nave's and Thompson's work. . . ." -- John R. Kohlenbertger III, from the Foreword
"Now, the detailed and comprehensive topical and subject data that forms the heart of the unparalleled Thompson Chain-Reference system is offered in this -- the most exhaustive topical Bible currently available! Combining to make THE THOMPSON EXHAUSTIVE TOPICAL BIBLE unique are features which include:

Topical access to more than 100,000 Bible verses on,
More than 8,000 Subjects and Subtopics of biblical, theological, historical, and devotional significance,
Definitions of persons, places, objects and events important to Bible study,
Exhaustive cross-references for extended study and clarification,
Key verses on each topic are printed in full,
Hundreds of outlines for preaching and teaching,
Character studies of biblical personalities,
A comprehensive guide to all the features and topics included.

"No other topical Bible can offer you the comprehensive collection of features or the exhaustive topical thoroughness of this exceptional Bible reference tool -- because there can only be one . . .THE THOMPSON EXHAUSTIVE TOPICAL BIBLE." -- Publisher's Annotation
It may be used profitably in combination with THE NEW TREASURY OF SCRIPTURE KNOWLEDGE (1680 pages), THE NEW GENEVA STUDY BIBLE (THE REFORMATION STUDY BIBLE) (2220 pages), THE GENEVA BIBLE (648 pages), THE THOMPSON EXHAUSTIVE TOPICAL BIBLE: KING JAMES VERSION (1631 pages), and THE NEW NAVE'S TOPICAL BIBLE (1114 pages). "The topics from the TOPICAL BIBLE can easily be found in the General Index of the THOMSPON CHAIN-REFERENCE BIBLE. In the General Index are found the chain-reference numbers that will guide the user into the biblical context for many of the topics. The many additional resources in the THOMSON CHAIN-REFERENCE BIBLE . . . will greatly supplement any topical study." -- Introduction to the TOPICAL BIBLE

Torrey's New Topical Textbook
http://www.ccel.org/t/torrey/ttt/

Treasury of Wisdom From the Bible (Greensburg, PA: Barbour Company). 50008

WESTMINSTER ASSEMBLY OF DIVINES, Scripture Index to the Westminster Standards (The complete Scripture index to the Westminster Confession, Larger and Shorter Catechisms.)
http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/index01.htm
A Guide to the Westminster Standards: Confession of Faith and Larger Catechism, James Bordwine, (Unicoi, TN: The Trinity Foundation, 1996).
Includes a unique, 100-page topical index to both the Confession and the Catechism.

Related WebLinks

Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Concordances/TreasuryofScriptureKnowledge/

Westminster Shorter Catechism Project
"Click on any of the individual questions below to get the answer and Biblical references, as well as links to works by John Flavel, Thomas Watson, Thomas Boston, James Fisher, and John Whitecross, and others."
http://www.shortercatechism.com/

Westminster Shorter Catechism With Proof Texts
http://www.reformed.org/documents/WSC_frames.html

Westminster Confession of Faith With Scripture Proofs
http://www.reformed.org/documents/wcf_with_proofs/ Scripture Index to the Westminster Standards (The complete Scripture index to the Westminster Confession, Larger and Shorter Catechisms.)
http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/index01.htm
A Guide to the Westminster Standards: Confession of Faith and Larger Catechism, James Bordwine, (Unicoi, TN: The Trinity Foundation, 1996).
Includes a unique, 100-page topical index to both the Confession and the Catechism.

Bible Reference Works

*Calvin, John, Calvin's Commentaries, 22 volumes (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House).
"I know of no man since the Apostles' days whom I value and honor more than Calvin, and whose judgment in all things, one with another, I more esteem and come nearer to." -- Richard Baxter
"Of all commentators I believe Calvin to be the most candid. . . . He was no trimmer and pruner of texts. He gave their meaning as far as he knew it." -- C.H. Spurgeon
"A large volume could not contain all that has been written in praise of Calvin's commentaries, by men of all theological persuasions. Anyone who neglects consulting Calvin is going to be the poorer for their neglect." -- Jay P. Green, Sr.
It is recommended that CALVIN'S COMMENTARIES be used for daily devotions.
Calvin's Commentaries (22 Volumes) in Logos Library System format (LLS)
http://www.logos.com/products/details/887
The Comprehensive John Calvin Collection CD-ROM
http://www.ageslibrary.com
The Comprehensive John Calvin Collection CD-ROM in Logos Library System (LLS) format
http://www.logosbiblesoftware.com/logosbiblesoftware/calcom.html
Calvin's Commentaries (those in e-text to date)
http://www.ccel.org/calvin/commentaries/commentaries.html

*Calvin, John, The Institutes of the Christian Religion, 2 volumes (Philadelphia, PA: Westminster Press, 1960).
"Edited by John McNeill and translated by Ford Lewis Battles, this is the definitive English language edition of one of the monumental works of the Christian church -- Calvin's INSTITUTES.
"Still considered by many to be the finest explanation and defense of the Protestant Reformation available.
"The work is divided into four books: I. The Knowledge of God the Creator, II. The Knowledge of God the Redeemer in Christ, III. The Mode of Obtaining the Grace of Christ, IV. The External Means or Helps by Which God Allures Us Into Fellowship With Christ and Keeps Us in It. . . . THE INSTITUTES is praised by the secular philosopher, Will Durant, as one of the ten books that shook the world." -- GCB
Calvin spent a lifetime writing and perfecting INSTITUTES OF CHRISTIAN RELIGION. His Prefatory Address makes it clear that he intended the work to be a defense of Christianity to the King of France.
Therefore, plainly stated, one of the most influential works ever published in the English language is a defense of Christianity to leaders of State.
Prefatory Address to His Most Christian Majesty, The Most Mighty and Illustrious Monarch, Francis, King of the French, His Sovereign, John Calvin
"Indeed, this consideration makes a true king: to recognize himself a minister of God in governing his kingdom. Now, that king, who in ruling over his realm does not serve God's glory, exercises not kingly rule but brigandage. [Footnote: 'Nec iam regnum ille sed latrocinium exercet.' An echo of Augustine's famous phrase: 'When justice is taken away, what are kingdoms [[regna]] but a vast banditry [[magna latocinia]]?' City of God IV. iv (MPL [[Migne, J.P., Patrologiae cursus completus, series Latina]] 41. 115; tr. NPNF [[A Select Library of the Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers, second series]] II. 66).] Furthermore, he is deceived who looks for enduring prosperity in his kingdom when it is not ruled by God's scepter, that is, his Holy Word; for the heavenly oracle that proclaims that 'where prophecy fails the people are scattered' [Prov. 29:18] cannot lie." (Battles translation)
"The characteristic of a true sovereign is, to acknowledge that, in the administration of his kingdom, he is a minister of God. He who does not make his reign subservient to the divine glory, acts the part not of a king, but a robber. He, moreover, deceives himself who anticipates long prosperity to any kingdom which is not ruled by the sceptre of God, that is, by his divine word. For the heavenly oracle is infallible which has declared, that where there is no vision the people perish (Prov. 29:18). (Beveridge translation)"
See the entire Prefatory Address, Beveridge translation:
http://www.ccel.org/ccel/calvin/institutes.ii.viii.html
"The doctrines of covenant liberty were rediscovered in the Reformation. John Calvin went further than anyone else in defining liberty and what Christians need to do to maintain it. Includes bibliographies."
It is recommended that INSTITUTES OF CHRISTIAN RELIGION be used for daily devotions and may be used in combination with Ford Lewis Battles and John Walchenbach, AN ANALYSIS OF THE INSTITUTES OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION OF JOHN CALVIN (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House) and with CALVIN'S COMMENTARIES.
Nelson's Ultimate Bible Reference Library, Logos Library System format (LLS) (CD-ROM)
This library systems includes CALVIN'S INSTITUTES OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION, THE HOLY BIBLE KING JAMES VERSION, THE NEW TREASURY OF SCRIPTURE KNOWLEDGE, AUGUSTINE'S CONFESSIONS, WESTMINSTER CONFESSION OF FAITH, WESTMINSTER LARGER CATECHISM, WESTMINSTER SHORTER CATECHISM, MATTHEW HENRY'S COMMENTARY, NEW NAVE'S TOPICAL BIBLE, PILGRIM'S PROGRESS, and other classic Bible study aids. THE REFORMATION STUDY BIBLE (Other title: THE NEW GENEVA STUDY BIBLE,) in LLS format, may be added to this library. Therefore, all the above works may be used in combination with each other in Bible study.
http://www.logos.com/products/details/3247
Calvin, Spurgeon and International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE) (LLS)
Contains Calvin's Commentaries.
http://www.logos.com/products/details/889
Calvin's Commentaries (22 Volumes) (LLS)
http://www.logos.com/products/details/887
The Comprehensive John Calvin Collection CD-ROM in Logos Library System (LLS) format
http://www.logosbiblesoftware.com/logosbiblesoftware/calcom.html
Calvin's Commentaries (online)
http://www.ccel.org/ccel/calvin/calcom
One Hundred Aphorisms, Containing, Within a Narrow Compass, the Substance and Order of the Four Books of THE INSTITUTES OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION
http://www.lettermen2.com/pringle.html
The Comprehensive John Calvin Collection
From Ages Software. Includes both the Battles and the Beveridge translation of THE INSTITUTES OF THE CHRISTIAN RELIGION, CALVIN'S COMMENTARIES, and other works by Calvin.
http://www.ageslibrary.com/ages_calvin_collection_1.html
Institutes of the Christian Religion (Beveridge translation online)
http://www.ccel.org/ccel/calvin/institutes.i.html

*Calvin, John, et.al., Gary DeMar (foreword), Marshall Foster (preface) 1599 Geneva Bible [enhanced] , hardcover (Tolle Lege Press; 1st edition (2006).
"When the Pilgrims arrived in America in 1620, they brought along supplies, a consuming passion to advance the Kingdom of Christ, a bright hope for the future, and the Word of God. Clearly, their most precious cargo was the Bible. The GENEVA BIBLE, printed over 200 times between 1560 and 1644, was the most widely read and influential English Bible of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. This superb translation was the product of the best Protestant scholars of the day and became the Bible of choice for many of the greatest writers, thinkers, and historical figures of that time. The GENEVA BIBLE is unique among all other Bibles. It was the first Bible to use chapters and numbered verses and became the most popular version of its time because of the extensive marginal notes. These notes, written by Reformation leaders such as John Calvin, John Knox, Miles Coverdale, William Whittingham, Anthony Gilby, and others, were included to explain and interpret the scriptures for the common people. For nearly half a century these notes helped the people of England, Scotland, and Ireland understand the Bible and true liberty. King James despised the GENEVA BIBLE because he considered the notes on key political texts to be seditious and a threat to his authority. Unlike the KING JAMES VERSION, the GENEVA BIBLE was not authorized by the government. It was truly a Bible by the people and for the people. You can see why this remarkable version with its profound marginal notes played a key role in the formation of the American Republic. Until now, the only complete version available was a large, cumbersome, and difficult-to-read facsimile edition. But this new edition contains all the original words and notes, but the type set has been enlarged and the font style change for today's reader." -- Publisher's Annotation
"This is the Bible that eventually put an end to Feudalism in Europe, strengthened Puritans, Quakers, and came to America on the Mayflower. This was the first Bible published in the language of the common people, the first Bible to contain commentary and verse numbers, and the first Bible written in English from Greek and Hebrew texts available from Constantinople, not from the Latin Vulgate. The dynamite in this Bible, is" the commentary accounting for about one third of its length. "The Church of England and King James were so upset they determined to create a new translation. They called it the King James version. They choose to use language so formal and grand, even by the standards of those days, that the common people would find difficult to understand. The GENEVA BIBLE was found seditious by it's insertions of commentary that spoke directly about the priesthood of lay believers, the church as naturally anti-oligarchy, and setting forth some other ideas considered anarchy by the King, but meaning freedom to the masses who read it. . . .
"Important facts to remember about this Bible. The Reformation was strong in England and the Lollards were a lay group of huge influence that had to go underground. English Christian theologians, not Catholics and not Anglicans, fled in huge numbers to Geneva for freedom. Geneva was not part of Switzerland at that time, because Geneva was its own city-state. . . . The GENEVA BIBLE was printed 1560-1644. THE KING JAMES VERSION was published in 1611. The GENEVA BIBLE was against the law to own. . . ." -- M. Baker, Reader's Comment
"The GENEVA BIBLE has a unique place in history. It is some times called the "BREECHES BIBLE." That term comes from the reference in Genesis 3:7 where it says that Adam and Eve clothed themselves in 'breeches' made from fig leaves. It is the product of Protestant scholars who had taken refuge in Geneva, Switzerland during the reign of Queen 'Bloody Mary' of England (1553-1558). It is also known as the Bible that the Pilgrims brought to America. It is older than the KING JAMES VERSION and is considered by some to be more 'Protestant' than the KING JAMES VERSION." -- Reader's Comment
"I've seen the facsimile versions of the Geneva Bible and they don't even come close to this edition. The legibility and readability of this edition is" far superior to other editions. "There have also been concerns about textual errors, but Toll Lege Press has acknowledged and fixed them in the printings following the first." -- Reader's Comment
Tolle Lege Press edition of the 1599 Geneva Bible
http://www.GenevaBible.com

Commandments and Promises of Jesus Christ

*Westminster Assembly (1643-1652), The Westminster Confession of Faith (Glasgow, Scotland [Free Presbyterian Publications, 133 Woodlands Road, Glasgow G3 6LE]: Free Presbyterian Publication, 1994). ISBN 0902506080 (casebound) and ISBN 0902506358 (paperback), Still Waters Revival Books, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
Also available from Crown and Covenant Publications:
http://www.crownandcovenant.com/product_p/ds115.htm
" 'The product of Puritan conflict,' stated Shedd, reaching 'a perfection of statement never elsewhere achieved.' All that learning the most profound and extensive, intellect the most acute and searching, and piety the most sincere and earnest, could accomplish, was thus concentrated in the Westminster Assembly's Confession of Faith, which may be safely termed the most perfect statement of Systematic Theology ever framed by the Christian Church,' writes Hetherington (The History of the Westminster Assembly of Divines), p. 345. Concerning the Shorter Catechism, which is one of the items also included in this book, Mitchell notes: 'it is a thoroughly Calvinistic and Puritan catechism, the ripest fruit of the Assembly's thought and experience, maturing and finally fixing the definitions of theological terms to which Puritanism for half a century had been leading up and gradually coming closer and closer to in its legion of catechisms' (Westminster Assembly: Its History and Standards, p. 431). The Westminster Confession of Faith is the greatest of all the creeds of the Christian church. The church of Christ cannot be creedless and live. Especially in an age of doubt and confusion, it is her duty to define and proclaim the one true faith. Nowhere has the Reformed church done this so effectively as in the Westminster Confession and family of documents. This book represents Reformed thinking at its purest and best. It was intended, as part of the Covenanted Reformation taking place during its compilation, to be adopted as the binding confessional standard for every individual, family, court, church, and legislature in the British Isles." -- SWRB
This is considered to be the definitive publication of the Westminster family of documents. It includes the following:

To the Christian Reader, Especially Heads of Families, Mr. Thomas Manton's Epistle to the Reader,
The Confession of Faith (1646), the full and original edition with Scripture proofs written out,
The Larger Catechism with Scripture proofs written out,
The Shorter Catechism with Scripture proofs written out,
The Sum of Saving Knowledge,
The National Covenant,
The Solemn League and Covenant,
A Solemn Acknowledgement of Publick Sins and Breaches of the Covenant; and a Solemn Engagement to all the Duties Contained Therein
CD #1, Reformation Bookshelf 30 CD Set
http://www.swrb.com/Puritan/reformation-bookshelf-CDs.htm
The Directory for the Public Worship of God,
The Form of Presbyterial Church Government, and
The Directory for Family Worship.

The Westminster Confession of Faith is said to be the finest summary of The Holy Bible available. It is recommended for daily devotions. Among the ten greatest works in the English language.
"The Westminster Confession of Faith (The Westminster Standards) and Related Works: A Study Guide"
http://www.lettermen2.com/suggest.html
For commentaries see the following topical listing:
"The Westminster Confession of Faith (The Westminster Standards) and Related Works"
http://www.lettermen2.com/bcrr9cha.html#wcf
Westminster Larger Catechism With Proof Texts
http://www.reformed.org/documents/wlc_w_proofs/WLC_frames.html
Westminster Confession of Faith With Scripture Proofs
http://www.reformed.org/documents/wcf_with_proofs/
Scripture Index to the Westminster Standards (The complete Scripture index to the Westminster Confession, Larger and Shorter Catechisms.)
http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/index01.htm
Bordwine, James, A Guide to the Westminster Standards: Confession of Faith and Larger Catechism (Unicoi, TN: (The Trinity Foundation, 1996).
Includes a unique, 100-page topical index to both the Confession and the Catechism.
The Westminster Confession of Faith (1646) with all its subordinate documents in searchable format are found on CD #1 of the Reformation Bookshelf 30 CD Set
http://www.swrb.com/Puritan/reformation-bookshelf-CDs.htm.
Westminster Assembly and Related Documents
http://www.covenanter.org/Westminster/westminsterhome.htm
The Significance of The Westminster Standards as a Creed
http://www.fpcr.org/blue_banner_articles/signific.htm
Heresies Defined and the Necessity of Heresies Explained, by George Gillespie, Scottish Commissioner to the Assembly of Divines at Westminster
http://www.truecovenanter.com/gillespie/ggilles09.html
The Shorter Catechism With Scripture Proofs (Carlisle, PA [P.O. Box 621, Carlisle 17013, USA]: The Banner of Truth Trust).
Arguably the greatest tract ever created, all factors considered.
http://www.reformed.org/documents/WSC_frames.html
Westminster Shorter Catechism Project
"Click on any of the individual questions below to get the answer and Biblical references, as well as links to works by John Flavel, Thomas Watson, Thomas Boston, James Fisher, and John Whitecross, and others."
http://www.shortercatechism.com/

*BOSTON, THOMAS, Commentary on the Shorter Catechism, 2 volumes (Cerlox Bound Photocopy Series. Edmonton, AB, Canada: Still Waters Revival Books, 1993, 1853). [31741B]
" `Two large volumes of over 1300 pages! Boston's work is the most comprehensive reference set ever penned on the Westminster Shorter Catechism. Concerning the Shorter Catechism, A.F. Mitchell states '...it is a thoroughly Calvinistic and Puritan catechism, the ripest fruit of the Assembly's thought and experience, maturing and finally fixing the definitions of theological terms to which Puritanism for half a century had been leading up and gradually coming closer and closer to in its legion of catechisms' (The Westminster Assembly...). The Shorter Catechism is the `king of the catechisms' for shear power of expression, combining logical cogency with succinctness. Boston's exposition is unrivalled; there is nothing else like it. Here you have the cream of Puritan catechisms married to the cream of clear Puritan exposition! This is likely Boston's most important work. A set that will meet numerous needs, ranging from use in family worship, Christian education and personal study, to sermon preparation - and for help in settling debated questions on the Presbytery floor. A one-of-a-kind set of books that will serve your family for generations to come!" -- SWRB
Boston's Commentary on the Westminster Confession
http://www.best.com/~covenant/
Westminster Shorter Catechism Project
"Click on any of the individual questions below to get the answer and Biblical references, as well as links to works by John Flavel, Thomas Watson, Thomas Boston, James Fisher, and John Whitecross, and others."
http://www.shortercatechism.com/
Westminster Shorter Catechism With Proof Texts
http://www.reformed.org/documents/WSC_frames.html

*Crosswalk Bible Study Tools
http://www.biblestudytools.net/

Creeds and Confessions
http://www.biblestudytools.net/History/AD/CreedsandConfessions/
Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Concordances/TreasuryofScriptureKnowledge/
Geneva Bible, 1599, Additional Title: (Bible. English. Geneva. 1599.) The Bible, that is, the Holy Scriptures conteined in the Olde and Newe Testament: translated according to the Ebrew and Greeke, and conferred with the best translations in diuers languages; with most profitable annotations upon all the hard places, and other things of great importance ... (London: Imprinted by the Deputies of C. Barker, 1599), EEBO.
http://bible.crosswalk.com/Commentaries/GenevaStudyBible/.
Matthew Henry Complete Commentary on the Whole Bible
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Commentaries/MatthewHenryComplete/
Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset, Brown)
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Commentaries/JamiesonFaussetBrown/
John Gill's Exposition of the Bible
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Commentaries/GillsExpositionoftheBible/
Nave's Topical Bible
http://bible.crosswalk.com/Concordances/NavesTopicalBible/
Easton's Bible Dictionary
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Commentaries/MatthewHenryComplete/
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Dictionaries/HitchcockBibleNames/
Smith's Bible Dictionary
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Dictionaries/SmithsBibleDictionary/
King James Dictionary
http://www.biblestudytools.net/Dictionaries/KingJamesDictionary/
Foxe's Book of Martyrs Edited by William Byron Forbush
http://www.biblestudytools.net/History/AD/FoxsBookofMartyrs/
John Foxe's Book of Martyrs
http://www.hrionline.ac.uk/foxe/index.html
The Works of Josephus
http://www.biblestudytools.net/History/BC/FlaviusJosephus/
The Interlinear Bible
http://www.biblestudytools.net/InterlinearBible/
BST Fonts for Windows and Machintosh
http://www.biblestudytools.net/OtherResources/BSTFonts/

The English Hexapla, Exhibiting the six Important English Translations of the New Testament Scriptures, Wiclif, Tyndale, Cranmer, Genevan, Anglo-rhemish, Authorized or King James Version, 1841, 2 volumes (Cerlox Bound Photocopy Series or Casebound Photocopy. Edmonton, AB, Canada: Still Waters Revival Books), EEBO.
" 'Hexapla,' of course, means 'six-fold' or 'six-columned' As the section of this book explaining the 'Plan of the English Hexapla' notes, 'the term 'Hexapla' was originally applied to the work executed by Origen in the 3rd century; in which the first column contained the Hebrew Text of the Old Testament; the second, the Hebrew text in Greek letters; the third, Aquila's Greek version; the fourth, the translation of Symmachus; the fifth, the LXX version (i.e. the Septuagint--RB); the sixth, Theodotion's version.' The English Hexapla offered here contains the six English translations noted in the title, arranged side by side for easy comparison and reference. Dates for each version used are as follows: Wiclif (1380), Tyndal (1534), Cranmer (1539), Geneva (1557), Rheims (1582), King James Version (1611). Of special interest may be the Geneva 1557 version (from a copy of the first edition), as both Geneva Bible's presently in print contain later versions (1599 and 1602) of this text. It should also be noted that the notes to the Geneva Bible are not included in the English Hexapla, just the text. The 1611 edition of the KJV will also be of value to those who would like to compare it with the more modern version of this translation. 'The notation of the verses has been inserted in all the translations, for convenience of reference... In illustration of the utility of the comparison of the various translations, much that is interesting might be advanced, but which the use of the volume will at once afford. The varied, although ordinarily equivalent manner in which the different translators render the same phrase, often throws much light upon the exact meaning; and when the versions vary in sense, the enquiry suggested with reference to the Original cannot fail to afford profit while it interests' ('Plan of the English Hexapla,' pp. 161-162). Additionally this English Hexapla also includes 'The original Greek text after Scholz with the various readings of the Textus Receptus and the principal Constantinopolitan and Alexanderine manuscripts, and a complete collation of Scholz's text with Griesbach's edition of 1805... The Greek text has been placed in the upper part of each page, for the purpose of facilitating the comparison of the versions with the Original, so desirable when they vary in rendering any passage.' This is all preceeded by a detailed and annotated 160 page historical account of the English translations." -- SWRB

The Interlinear Bible
http://www.biblestudytools.net/InterlinearBible/

*Green, Jay P., Sr. (editor), The Classic Bible Dictionary (The Fifty Greatest Christian Classics. Lafayette, IN: Sovereign Grace Trust Fund, 1989). 50009
"The best articles from the best Bible dictionaries by the best authors makes this by far the most satisfying Bible dictionary of all time! For those few articles that need to be right up-to-date (such as archaeological articles), selections are from the ENCYCLOPEDIA OF CHRISTIANITY. All other articles are from other dictionaries, selected for faithfulness to the Scriptures and theological orthodoxy." -- GCB

*Halley, H., Halley's Bible Handbook (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House). 50010
"Halley set the pattern for Bible handbooks long ago, and with many revision the work has been a best-seller through the present 63rd printing.. . . ." -- Jay P. Green, Sr.

*Logos Research Systems, CDWord Library System 5 volumes (Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, 1996). 50010A
"Imagine a complete theological library at your fingertips, with instant retrieval of any reference material on any subject or relating to any verse from hundreds of Bible texts, lexicons, Bible dictionaries, commentaries, and much more!" Logos CDWord Library 2.0, Level 1: KJV, NIV, ASV, New Bible Dictionary, Strong's, Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, New Nave's, Torrey's New Topical Textbook, Complete Guide Bible Versions, Logos Bible Maps, Pilgrim's Progress, Morning and Evening, plus 100 MIDI Hymns. Logos CDWord Library 2.0, Level 2: Level 1 plus NASB, Vine's Expository Dictionary, Tense/Voice/Mood, Augustine's Confessions, Bible Knowledge Commentary, and Matthew Henry's Commentary. Logos CDWord Library 2.0 Level 3: Levels 1 and 2 plus RSV, Nestle-Aland 26th Edition, Gramcord Greek Morphology, UBS Hebrew Morphology, Rahlfs' Septuagint with Morphology, Kittel (abridged), BAGD Greek Lexicon, Liddell/Scott Lexicon, Louw/Nida Lexicon, Chapman's Greek NT Insert, Harper's Bible Dictionary, and Harper's Bible Commentary. Logos CDWord Library 2.0 Level 4: Levels 1, 2 and 3 plus NRSV, NKJV, Byzantine Majority Textform, Textus Receptus (1550), Textus Receptus (Scriveners, 1891), Latin Vulgate and Jerome Biblical Commentary. This CD-ROM product runs under Windows 3.1 or Windows 95. Best performance is with a fast CD-ROM player. -- GCB. Biblical Counsel: Resources for Renewal is included in the Logos CDWord Library Systems, volume 3.
Logos Library System CDWord Library System, 5 volumes
http://www.logosbiblesoftware.com/logosbiblesoftware/calcom.html

*Pfeiffer, Charles, F. (editor), Baker's Bible Atlas, revised edition (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House, 1961). 50011
"The scholarliness and evangelical spirit has made this a top choice, and also has caused it to be adopted as a textbook in many schools. It is theologically sound." -- Jay P. Green, Sr.

*Smith, William, Smith's Bible Dictionary (Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers). 50012
"This is an abridgment of the multi-volume work, and it is a good one.. . . ." -- Jay P. Green, Sr.
"Words of Christ are highlighted; fan-tab thumb-index reference system; Topical Index to the Bible with guide to 8000 subjects, names, places; Old Testament Chronology; Harmony of the Gospels; Parables of Jesus; Prophecies of the Messiah Fulfilled in Jesus Christ; and Hebrew and Greek Lexicons." -- GCB

*Strong, James, The New Strong's Exhaustive Concordance of the Bible (Nelson's Centennial Edition) (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers). 50013
"STRONG'S has been the most valuable Bible reference tool for a century. Now this newly improved edition from Nelson makes it effortless to use! The modern type is easy to read, and the Biblical references are printed out in full to eliminate confusion. A new topical index quickly locates people, places, things, and teachings in the Bible. Concordance entries are subdivided and defined when words refer to more than one person, place or object. All proper names are defined and pronounced. And the words of Christ are shaded in gray. This edition includes the concise Hebrew and Greek Dictionaries at the back, but no longer includes the key-verse comparison chart.. . . ." -- CBD

*Tenney, Merrill C. (editor), The Zondervan Pictorial Encyclopedia of the Bible, 5 volumes (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House). 50015
"Over 1500 photographs and illustrations, along with nearly 300 maps, are included. Valuable bibliographies and helpful cross referencing make the set even more useful. Over 5000 pages in five hardcover volumes." -- CBD
"This up-to-date, thoroughly evangelical Bible encyclopedia is a best-seller at GCB and highly recommended. A tremendous help for the pastor, Sunday School teacher, scholar, and every dedicated Christian who wants to understand his/her Bible better . . ." -- GCB. Contains extensive bibliography.
"Written by evangelicals, but other viewpoints are generally represented. Has received mixed reviews -- the quality of some articles is questionable. One place to come for a (but not the) evangelical viewpoint on biblical topics." -- Robert J. Kepple

Thompson Chain Reference System
Thompson Bible Content
Archaeology
Full-Color Atlas Section
Portraits of Christ
Topical Treasury
Thompson Bible Helps Section
Biblical History Sample" -- Publisher's Annotation

Topical access to more than 100,000 Bible verses on,
More than 8,000 Subjects and Subtopics of biblical, theological, historical, and devotional significance,
Definitions of persons, places, objects and events important to Bible study,
Exhaustive cross-references for extended study and clarification,
Key verses on each topic are printed in full,
Hundreds of outlines for preaching and teaching,
Character studies of biblical personalities,
A comprehensive guide to all the features and topics included.

*Whyte, Alexander, Bible Characters From the New Testament, 2 volumes (Grand Rapids, MI: Kregel Publications). 50017

*Whyte, Alexander, Bible Characters From the Old and New Testament (Grand Rapids, MI: Kregel Publications). 100083
"For the study of Bible biographies you should secure a marvelous series by Alexander Whyte, one of the greatest preachers in the world of a generation ago, simply called BIBLE CHARACTERS. No one has analyzed these characters so vividly and penetratingly as Whyte. Every page is edifying and suggestive." -- Wilbur M. Smith

*Whyte, Alexander, Whyte's Bible Characters (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan Publishing House). 50022

*Young, Robert, Young's Analytical Concordance of the Bible, revised with Strong's (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers). 50018
"Over 311,000 references. Different than Strong's. For example, under `Love' there are 49 separate listings showing what Hebrew and Greek words are translated `love.' In the back there are Hebrew and Greek lexicons which reference Strong's dictionaries. Nelson also corrected errors and omissions of other editions of Young's." -- GCB

*Young, Robert, Young's Literal Translation of the Holy Bible, 2nd revised edition (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House, 1956, 1898, 1887, 1862).

*Bromiley, Geoffrey (editor), International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE), 4 volumes, fully revised (Grand Rapids, MI: Wm.B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.). 50019
"At last! After twenty years the extensive revision of ISBE has been completed! Because of the completeness of the update, the end result will be a brand new encyclopedia. `It is a lifetime investment that may well prove to be one of the wisest the serious reader can make'." -- Moody Monthly
Volume 1: Revised Edition (A-D)
Volume 2: Revised Edition (E-J)
Volume 3: Revised Edition (K-P)
Volume 4: Revised Edition (Q-Z)

*Harrison, Roland Kenneth (editor), Encyclopedia of Biblical and Christian Ethics [20730]

*Vine, W.E. (editor), Vine's Expository Dictionary of Biblical Words, revised edition (Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1992). 50021

See also: The teaching of the lord jesus christ, Christ our example

Related WebLinks

Appendix A: Words of Christ Appearing in The Web Edition of Biblical Counsel: Resources for Renewal
http://www.lettermen2.com/bcrrappa.html

Christianity: Reference Tools and Bibliographies: Bible, Yale University Divinity Library
http://www.library.yale.edu/div/bibleref.htm#bibtopic

Bible Research
Internet Resources for Students of Scripture.
http://www.bible-researcher.com/index.html

General Reference Works

*Banner of Truth, Index to the Banner of Truth Magazine, 1955-1985 (Carlisle, PA: The Banner of Truth Trust).
"Covers issues 1 through 263. Includes combined author/subject index to articles over one page. Correspondence, brief news items, and short book reviews have not been included." -- GCB

Barber, Cyril J., Robert M. Krauss, and J. P Moreland, An Introduction to Theological Research: A Guide for College and Seminary Students
"An indispensable guide for undergraduate, graduate, or seminary students, this book provides valuable insight into the best reference tools available for Bible research. Not only do the authors provide general information on atlases, concordances, lexicons, dictionaries, and the like, but they also evaluate their usefulness. Titles reviewed range from theologically conservative to theologically liberal in their orientation. Electronic databases are included within the scope of the book's coverage. A highly useful resource, the book will certainly find a permanent place on the desk of anyone involved with Bible research." -- Book Description
"Cyril J. Barber is a retired pastoral counselor and professor. Robert M. Krauss, Jr. is a retired U.S. Air Force Chaplain with a background in Library and Information Science." -- Publisher's Annotation

*Barrow, Gregory, The Covenanted Reformation Defended Against Contemporary Schismatics (Cerlox Bound Photocopy Series. Edmonton, AB, Canada: Still Waters Revival Books, 1998).
A primer for the Covenanted Reformation, this is the best starting point for the new reader. It organizes the hundreds of Covenanted Reformation reprints into a logical defense of the theological landmarks established by our forefathers, with copious bibliographic references, many to e-text. An extraordinary document.
Unsurpassed on points related to the Lord's supper and covenanting (as set forth by the best Reformers and best Reformed churches). Especially strong on citations from Calvin and the Westminster Assembly. Deals with many foundational aspects of the Covenanted Reformation (which gave us the Westminster Standards and the Solemn League and Covenant) from numerous original source documents (from the Westminster Assembly's advice to the English Parliament on the Lord's Supper to the official records of Calvin's Covenanting in Geneva). Comprehensive and compelling, this is a shocking (and sometimes advanced) look at what really took place during both the first and second Reformations -- with extensive quotations from the writings of the major Reformers (not just quotes from what others have written about them). It conclusively and irrefutably demonstrates that those churches which today call themselves Presbyterian (and even many which claim a more general Reformed heritage) have seriously departed from the Scriptural standards, principles and worship of these previous Spirit-led Reformations. It is written in an easy-to-read and easy-to-understand format and is an unsurpassed work that should not be missed by anyone interested in real Reformation in our day. This is without a doubt the best book to read if you want to understand what it means to be a Covenanter and to walk in the blood-stained footsteps of the witnessing church (Christ's Covenanted and Reformed flock) (Song 1:8)! 318 pages, 8.5" X 11" " -- SWRB
The Covenanted Reformation Defended
http://www.swrb.com/newslett/actualnls/CovRefGB.htm

Books-by-Ear, Books-By-Ear Catalog (Seattle, WA [Books-by-Ear, P.O. Box 75628, Seattle 98125]: Books-by-Ear). G1016
Features audio cassettes of conservative, Reformed publications. "Discover the freedom of full-length and condensed books on audio cassettes." Includes index.

*Bullinger, Ethelbert W., Figures of Speech Used in the Bible (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House, 1968, 1898). 50023
"Contains a comprehensive and detailed study of figures of speech used in the Bible. Although first published in 1898, the material has never been replaced or superseded.-- Cyril J. Barber

*Cameron, Nigel (editor) Dictionary of Scottish Church History and Theology (Edinburg, Scotland: T & T Clark, 1993).

*Cowan, Louise (editor), and Os Guinness (editor), Invitation to the Classics (Baker Book House).
"With the western world urgently needing renewal, we should all remember that great periods of renaissance and reformation spring from a return to first things. Once we recognize the classic's lyric beauty, their aching tragedy, their probing intellectual inquiry, their profound imagination, sympathy, and wisdom, we see that their capacity to restore is fundamental to our continuing liberty and vitality." -- Os Guinness
See "The Purpose to Invitations to the Classics" by Os Guinness, "Western Histories," "Early Christian Writers." "Devotional Classics," and so forth.
Includes bibliographical references, bibliography for further study, and indexes.
Using this as a reading guide would be better than a $500,000 liberal arts education. But this listing, selected by a "diverse group of scholars distinguished in their fields and Christian in commitment . . ." is still fatally flawed. There is no mention of the work of the Westminster Assembly, and Samuel Rutherford does not appear in this work. Yet we believe the key to the maintenance of liberty and limited government are to be found in the Scottish covenanting struggle.
Here we have a example of a group of distinguished scholars who are unable to attain to The Covenanted Reformation.

*Edersheim, Alfred, Bible History (Grand Rapids, MI: Wm.B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.). 50024
"Alfred Edersheim's monumental work -- his most significant one next to the LIFE AND TIMES OF JESUS THE MESSIAH [10295]. This massive, popular-level work covers Bible history from creation to the decline and captivity of Israel and Judah, drawing on criticism and Biblical geography and antiquities in its analysis.. . . ." -- CBD
"This has long been a standard work. It is a telling of the Scripture in a straightforward, more or less chronological form. But unlike secular historians, he tells no lies. He has a good grasp of Scripture, and a reverent attitude toward God and His people." -- Jay P. Green, Sr.
The Bible History Old Testament, Alfred Edersheim
http://philologos.org/__eb-bhot/default.htm

*Edersheim, Alfred, The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah (Grand Rapids, MI: Wm.B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 1990, 1883). [10295]
"The most important general work on the life of Christ in our language." -- Wilbur M. Smith
"From his prodigious study he produced an unrivaled picture of the life of Christ and of the whole Jewish background -- not merely of the archaeological details, but of the essential characteristics of Jewish thought and feeling. It is today the most extensively used life of Christ in the English language." -- Publisher's Annotation
The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah
http://www.ccel.org/e/edersheim/lifetimes/

Edersheim, Alfred, The Temple: Its Ministry and Services As They Were at the Time of Jesus Christ
http://www.ccel.org/e/edersheim/temple/

Encyclopedia of the Reformed Faith (Philadelphia, PA: The Westminster Press and Louisville, KY: John Knox Press, 1992)

Hillerbrand, Hans J. (editor), The Oxford Encyclopaedia of the Reformation, 4 volumes (1996), (Edmonton, AB, Canada: Still Waters Revival Books).
"The preface notes, 'THE OXFORD ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF THE REFORMATION seeks to do justice to the whole range of events and happenings of the sixteenth century. It uses the broadest possible definition of the Reformation in order to depict not only religious life but also the related societal phenomena that in one way or another had bearing on religion . . . the roster of contributors encompasses scholars not only from the United States and Canada but the United Kingdom, Norway, Hungary, the Netherlands, Denmark, Italy, Finland, Poland, and Australia, to mention but a few nations at random. If nothing else, the encyclopaedia represents the creative international guild of Reformation scholars.' The preface also notes that 'for far too long, many interesting and important personalities of the sixteenth century, because they were not major reformers, theologians, or rulers, have fallen into scholarly obscurity . . . One of our major intentions was to shed new light on these fascinating figures.' This set includes four beautifully bound, oversized hardcover volumes. Each volume contains about 500 double column pages. The final volume includes a massive index and maps." -- SWRB

Hyperdictionary
Includes: English Dictionary, Computer Dictionary, Thesaurus, Dream Dictionary, Medical Dictionary
http://www.hyperdictionary.com/

*Johnston, John C., Treasury of the Scottish Covenant (Cerlox Bound Photocopy Series. Edmonton, AB, Canada: Still Waters Revival Books, 1997), ATLA 1988-6070.
"A massive listing (over 671 pages) covering Covenanting literature from the period of the Reformation to its publication in 1887. Contains not only the principal literary productions of the Covenanters (in the course of the long-sustained and heroic resistance offered by them to the spiritual despotism thrust against them in both church and state), but all of the chief historical documents connected with this period of history. Inspiration and courage can be drawn from the memories and associations of these events and writings. Here is one example of what you will find (from page 349 in the book): '(Richard) Camerons' head and hands, cut from his body at Airsmoss, were taken to his father, then suffering in prison in Edinburgh for the Covenant. He was asked if he knew them. 'His words,' says Dr. Kerr, 'were surely the most touching of all the memories of that cruel time: 'I know, I know them! they are my son's, my dear son's! It is the Lord: good is the will of the Lord, who cannot wrong me nor mine, but has made goodness and mercy to follow us all our days.' After which, by order of the Council, his head was fixed upon the Netherbow Port, and his hands beside it, with the fingers upward, a kind of preaching 'at the entry of the city, at the coming in at the doors,' that told more for his cause and against the persecutors than all the words he could have spoken.' A must for every serious theological student, religious library, or rare book collector who has any interest in Reformation thought and/or literature. It is a veritable gold mine of information, facts, documents, book listings and more!" -- SWRB

*Josephus, Flavius, The Complete Works of Flavius Josephus, 4 volumes (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House). 50025
"Josephus' writings are indispensable for understanding Jewish thought, background, and history up to and around the time of Christ. Now Josephus is more accessible than ever! In this edition, the entire text has been reset in modern, easy-to-read type. The Loeb numbering system (the standard way to cite Josephus) has been added so you can locate passages mentioned in other reference works -- and the confusing Roman numerals have been changed to simple Arabic ones. The entire text and notes of William Whiston's four-volume edition are included so you'll have the most complete edition possible. And the indexes have been thoroughly corrected and expanded. This is the edition to own!" -- CBD
The Works of Flavius Josephus
http://wesley.nnc.edu/josephus/

*Larsen, David L., The Company of the Creative: A Christian Reader's Guide to Great Literature and Its Themes (Kregel Publications, 1999).
David Larsen is a Professor at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.
See the section on Shakespeare.
"Next to the Bible his works [Shakespear's] are the most translated of any in the English language. . . .
"More than one thousand two hundred allusions to Scripture suffuse his corpus. He quotes from fity-four of the sisty-six books of the Bible in thirty-seven plays. He uses the world of "God" more than seven hundred times. Peter Milward in his classic study, SHAKESPEARE'S RELIGIOUS BACKGROUND, concludes that Shakespeare's is Christian drama in every sense of the word." -- David Larsen in The Company of the Creative, pp. 161, 162
Extensive bibliography, Suggestions for further reading, pp. 585-589, Time lines, Subject index, Select title index, Select name index, 639 pages.

*McClintock, John, Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature (Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House, 1981). 50026
Introduction by Wilbur M. Smith.

Merriam-Webster Online
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Simpson, John (editor) and Edmund Weiner (editor), The Oxford English Dictionary (20 Vol. Set), second edition (Oxford University Press, USA: 2 edition (December 26, 2002)
Twenty (20) volume set, hardcover: 22000 pages, 5 boxes ($995.00).
" 'Colonials' like me grew up in the shadow of this Everest of scholarship and the Himalayan series founded on its contents. And now, if we choose to, we can actually own the set, in its 2nd edition. This is a very desirable acquisition.
"Perhaps you worry that it might be an unwise purchase. We live in the age of the CD ROM, so why buy the printed volumes? The language seems to operate like a wheel rolling down a muddy slope picking up all manner of accretions as it progresses downhill. Will a work like this, then, become irrelevant? I think not. The citation formula used will always be relevant for readers interested in historical usage. The entire work constitutes, in a way, a history of the English Language, as well as a social history of English speaking peoples from the 12th century through to the end of the 20th century. Some scholars say it is unduly biased in the direction of English Victorian values, with a creeping pre-disposition toward a prescriptive rather than a descriptive stance on definitions. The compilers seem to want to position it to be a final arbiter on 'Correct Usage.' Who cares? It is manna in the wilderness to anyone who loves the language, who likes to browse, and is not stimulated by the inanity of television. If Political Correctness is the filter through which all literature must pass for you, you'll probably not read very much of value, anyway.
"No other dictionary is so richly enjoyable as a work to read on its own. One does not go to the OED just to find the meaning of a word, one is beguiled, on opening a volume, to read many pages about all kinds of words. You'll never walk into the British Museum or the Louvre just to look at a single piece of Art and leave having looked only at that one piece. Here is the great exhibition of the language, its gallery.
"All speakers and students of the language are in Oxford's debt, and will forever be so. No dictionary comes close in comprehensiveness of coverage (its word count, i.e., the quantity of words defined, exceeds that covered in any other competing dictionary). This set, rightly, is the central jewel in OUP's crown of publications. If you're a writer, you can't afford not to purchase this set.
"Legend has it that a new 'improved' edition will be out some time between 2001 and 2003. I sense that the improvements will appeal particularly to the ultra-scholarly linguist/lexicographers among its readers. Improvements shall include the addition of citations that might, for instance, antedate the earliest citation shown in a previous edition. It might, however, not be utterly essential to you you to know, for example, that the first user of the term 'Byronic' was Byron himself. The changes from the 2nd to the 3rd edition may be minimal, in print at least. Doubtless, there will be significant improvements to the search capability, appearance, and user friendliness of the software version. But, don't hesitate to purchase the printed 2nd edition. If you feel the CD ROM version is superior to the printed edition, this will boil down to whether or not you are a bibliophile. Nothing equals the tactile pleasure of the printed page, bound well. OED 2 is one of the handsomest printing jobs I've ever seen. The cloth binding is extremely rugged and well designed, elegant and solidly conservative in physical appearance. The paper is itself bright and smooth, the font/type clear and eminently readable. Even the dust jackets are beautiful, a real improvement over the previous design. 'Additions' volumes (times 3) are available for anyone interested in the vocabulary of the 90s. The 3rd edition will integrate these into the main work. But, a dictionary in the hand is worth two in the planning stage. And the beautiful volumes of the 2nd edition are available from Amazon.com at what amounts to bargain price.
"Buy this wonderful, beautifully produced and enduring work; it is a treasure for life that will never fail to impress you with the alluring beauty and quirky mutability of this most glorious of languages." -- Reader's Comment
"The 20-Volume OED and the new Version 3.0 CD-ROM [Version 3.1 was released December 10, 2004. A review of the CD-ROM version is included here because owners are dissatisfied with it. See reviews on Amazon.com. Understandably it is copy protected. However, "Microsoft, in its quest to plug all of the gaping security holes in WinXP, implemented a security update August 8, 2006 that prevents this program and several others from launching. If you contact Microsoft and ask for HotFix KB924867, Microsoft will e-mail the HotFix to you." If the user is not willing to "walk this maze" then apparently the vendor leaves them high and dry -- with a expensive purchase that is non-functional. -- sk] makes exploring the resources of the most authoritative dictionary of the English language easy and complete.
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*A new installation option makes it possible to run the Dictionary from the hard disk
*The Automatic Look-up feature enables fast access to OED headwords from any Microsoft Office 97 or 2000 application. This feature can be used within the OED CD-ROM itself to look up words in the definition or quotation text System requirements: PC with minimum 200 MHz Pentium-class processor; 32 MB RAM (64 MB recommended); 16-speed CD-ROM drive (32-speed recommended); Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000, or XP (Local administrator rights are required to install and open the OED for the first time on a PC running Windows NT 4 and to install and run the OED on Windows 2000 and XP); 1.1 GB hard disk space to run the OED from the CD-ROM and 1.7 GB to install the CD-ROM to the hard disk: SVGA monitor: 800 x 600 pixels: 16-bit (64k, high color) setting recommended. -- Publisher's Annotation