Westminster Dictionary of Theological Terms

From "a capella" to "epistemology" from "implicit faith" to "Zwinglianism," this is an excellent resource for learning theological terms or brushing up on those which have grown foggy in the mind over time. Great for pastors, reverends, priests, seminarians and lay ministers of all sorts.

I have a few theological dictionaries. None of them are complete. This dictionary fills in gaps the others do not cover.

This book is one of the most valuable tools for my time in seminary. It is small enough to carry everywhere, but very broad, it seems as though every topic in the realm of Christianity is touched upon (who knew that Mardi Gras was also known as 'Pancake Tuesday' and 'Shrove Tuesday' - I didn't and I am from Louisiana!) Most of the definitions and descriptions are short and to the point and very helpful. This is a great one volume reference work that will be more useful to you than some multi-volume desk sets will be! This is a must-have for anyone interested in studying theology at any level.

Upon entering seminary,(after an 18 year absence from academia)finding this book was a God-send! The pages of the book are now dog-eared from carrying it everywhere. I have recommended it to several other students.

I have found this book indispensable for my seminary education. It is clear and concise.