Dictionary of Paul and His Letters: A Compendium of Contemporary Biblical Scholarship (2nd Edition)

# *The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters* is a one-of-a-kind reference book. Featuring 208 articles written by numerous experts, it brings the very latest in Pauline scholarship and theology to students, teachers, ministers, and laypeople in an accessible and easy-to-use layout.

No other single-volume reference work presents as much information focused exclusively on Pauline theology, literature, background, and scholarship. This second edition of *The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters* has been completely revised and updated to ensure that it contains the very best and most recent developments in Pauline thought.

With articles organized in alphabetical order, it is easy to browse through and find exactly what you need—whether you are a student, preacher, or simply interested in better understanding Paul's writings. Part of the IVP Reference series, *The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters, Second Edition*, is committed to the authority of Scripture, utilizing the best of critical methods, and maintaining dialogue with contemporary scholarship and challenges facing the church.

Those who have enjoyed and benefited from the first edition of *The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters* will find this second edition an equally indispensable companion to study and research, while those who are new to the study of Pauline theology will find this an incomparable resource.

# Media Reviews

"I remember, when I was a student writing exegesis essays, making frequent use of the 1993 *Dictionary of Paul and His Letters*. The study of Paul has changed enormously in the three decades since that volume was published. But McKnight, Cohick, and Gupta, with their excellent team of contributors, have now brought the whole discussion up to date for a new generation of students, clergy, and laypersons." — **Matthew V. Novenson, University of Edinburgh**

"Rather than an update, the second edition of *The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters* is a completely new work that draws on the expertise of a diverse group of male and female scholars writing from a variety of hermeneutical perspectives. Academic but accessible essays summarize theological (e.g., law, grace, justification) and cultural (e.g., adoption, sexuality, women) topics from a Pauline perspective. So many interesting entries! An outstanding resource." — **Sandra L. Glahn, Dallas Theological Seminary**

"The publication of this new edition of the *Dictionary of Paul and His Letters* brings to students, pastors, and scholars fresh, up-to-date orientation to Paul, Paul's letters and theology, and numerous key issues in the contemporary study of Paul. A signal achievement and wonderful gift to all readers of Paul! I will be keeping this volume handy as well as recommending it widely." — **Joel B. Green, senior professor of New Testament interpretation at Fuller Theological Seminary**

"A staple of syllabi and a first stop for research, the original *Dictionary of Paul and His Letters* became a fixture in the landscape of Pauline studies. Much has changed in the past three decades, and this completely new dictionary, with contributions from no less than 141 scholars, provides an authoritative overview of the present state of Pauline scholarship. From Abraham and Adam to worship and wrath, and from classic theological topics to matters of pressing contemporary concern, the broad coverage of this remarkable project will be welcomed by novice student and seasoned scholar alike." — David Lincicum, University of Notre Dame

"For thirty years, *The Dictionary of Paul and His Letters* has provided readers with informed and scholarly introductions to key areas in the study of Paul from a broadly evangelical perspective. This new and thoroughly revised edition will bring today's readers up to date with this vibrant, important, and diverse field of study; it will again prove to be an invaluable resource." — **David G. Horrell, University of Exeter**Read less