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Use subject-specific encyclopedias and dictionaries for fact checking, quick and basic information, and topic overviews. Also, use concordances and commentaries for locating specific words and topics within various biblical books. Concordances and commentaries provide an index of biblical concepts helping researchers track the use of these words and concepts throughout the Jewish and Christian Bibles.
Encyclopedia of Judaism by 
Encyclopedia of Religious and Spiritual Development by 
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World Christian Encyclopedia by 
New Encyclopedia of Islam by 
Marriage Customs of the World by 
Nelson's Complete Concordance of the New American Bible by 
The New Jerome Biblical Commentary by 
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Licensed through 12/31/2024
Licensed through 12/31/2024
Licensed through 12/31/2024
Licensed through 12/31/2024
Want to read about women's roles in religion and religious life? Check out this mini-bibliography:
A New Gospel for Women by 
Women in Christian Traditions by Want to learn about the current pope, his teachings and philosophies? Check out this mini-bibliography:
On Heaven and Earth by 
The Francis Effect by 
Pope Francis: His Essential Wisdom by 
From Vatican II to Pope Francis by Want to read about Jesus in history? Check out this mini-bibliography:
The Historical Jesus by 
Jesus in History, Legend, Scripture, and Tradition by 
The Historical Jesus Through Catholic and Jewish Eyes by 
