Discover the invaluable reference work that has become essential for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Described as an "invaluable reference work" by Classical Philology and "a tool indispensable for the study of early Christian literature" by Religious Studies Review, this updated American edition of Walter Bauer's Wörterbuch zu den Schriften des Neuen Testaments offers a comprehensive and authoritative resource.
Building upon its predecessor’s remarkable depth of erudition, this edition expands its coverage to include many more words and over 25,000 additional references. These references span classical, intertestamental, Early Christian, and modern literature, providing a rich context for understanding the texts and terms of the New Testament. The result is a more extensive and detailed lexicon that supports rigorous study and research.
Frederick W. Danker’s expertise in Greco-Roman literature, papyri, and epigraphs enriches this edition, offering a broader perspective on the world of Jesus and the New Testament. Danker has introduced a more consistent mode of reference citation and included a comprehensive list of abbreviations, making it easier for users to access and navigate this wealth of information efficiently.
One of the most significant innovations in Danker’s edition is the inclusion of extended definitions for Greek terms. For example, the key term "episkopos" was previously defined as "overseer" in the second American edition. Danker now defines it as "one who has the responsibility of safeguarding or seeing to it that something is done in the correct way, guardian." These fuller definitions provide a clearer understanding of the words’ meanings, helping to avoid both anachronisms and confusion, especially for users who may not be native English speakers.
Danker’s edition of Bauer’s Wörterbuch is an indispensable guide for biblical and classical scholars, ministers, seminarians, and translators. Its comprehensive scope, detailed entries, and innovative definitions make it an essential tool for anyone engaged in the study of early Christian literature and Greek language.
- Brand: University of Chicago Press
- Product Type: ABIS_BOOK
- Author: Walter Bauer
- Genre: Religion
- Format: Hardcover
- Language: English
- Publication Date: 2001
- Pages: 1188
