Guide to Old Testament
Information Sources

This guide provides you with a good starting point for locating information sources on the Old Testament.

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Reference Sources

For an introduction to the topic, its vocabulary and references to in-depth coverage and related subjects see:

• O.T. Introductions
• Dictionary of the Old Testament: Pentateuch
• Dictionary of the Old Testament: historical books
• Dictionary of the Old Testament: wisdom, poetry & writings
• Old Testament exegesis: a handbook for students and pastors

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Books

Whether you need an in-depth or very specific treatment of the topic, historical records or very comprehensive references to authoritative sources look for books in the library catalog. Useful titles include:

• Ancient Christian commentary on Scripture: Old Testament
• Ancient Near Eastern texts relating to the Old Testament
• The IVP background Bible commentary: Old Testament
• New international dictionary of Old Testament theology & exegesis
• Theological dictionary of the Old Testament

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Journal Articles

For articles introducing or scrutinizing research, or providing technical information on the topic use these sources:

• ATLA database
• Religion & Philosophy Database
• Christian Studies [journal]
• The Journal of Hebrew Scriptures
• Journal for the study of the Old Testament

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Images

For images of and accompanying data on art from Old Testament times or art depicting Old Testament scenes see:

• Art of the ancient Near East
• ARTstor

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