This dictionary does not include every word in the Bible but does examine many of the key words found within it. The explanations are very in-depth and explore the contextual and theological aspects of a word in great detail. Simply look up an English word and the dictionary will give you the Hebrews words and their definitions that are translated as that English word. Each entry reflects the cultural use of the word by referring to passages using that word in different contexts. This book invaluable to anyone involved in casual or serious word studies.

A Nelson exclusive. Study the meaning of biblical words in the original languages-without spending years learning Greek or Hebrew. This classic reference tool has helped thousands dig deeper into the meaning of the biblical text. Explains over 6,000 key biblical words. Includes a brand new comprehensive topical index that enables you to study biblical topics more thoroughly than ever before.

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Study the meaning of biblical words in the original language--without a single lesson in Greek or Hebrew. This classic has helped busy people dig deeper into the meaning of the bibical text by explaining over 6,000 key biblical words. It is organized so it can become at once a dictionary, a commentary, and a concordance. Recognized as an essential tool for the serious Bible student.

A Nelson exclusive. Study the meaning of biblical words in the original languages-without spending years learning Greek or Hebrew. This classic reference tool has helped thousands dig deeper into the meaning of the biblical text. Explains over 6,000 key biblical words. Includes a brand new comprehensive topical index that enables you to study biblical topics more thoroughly than ever before.

Shofar from Kissimmee, Florida United States
For the student who is just starting to seriously study the Word, Vine's Complete Expository Dictionary should be the next book on your list to get after you have acquired Strong's Concordance and a Bible Dictionary. With those three volumes alone, you are quite able to dig in deeper into the meanings of important or unfamiliar words and concepts, and you are well on your way to having a solid foundation for your biblical study library.

This newer edition is not only re-typeset so that it looks more modern and is easier to read than older editions, but it also has a really great feature - the entires you are looking up are not written in the original languages - they are written in English! Unlike other lexicons which utilize entries only in the original tongue, Vine's does not even require you to be able to read the entry in a different language, so as soon as you get the book you can start looking up words and benefit from the wealth of information that is contained inside. The short articles give you a lot of "meaty" and useful information but do not get bogged down in a lot of technical jargon. For those who prefer looking up the original word, there is also a Greek word index (sorry no Hebrew) and several other helps, so it is really a win-win situation.

A Reader from Calgary, Alberta Canada
This is an excellent resource for someone new to doing word studies. It includes Strong's Concordance numbers for each word making it easy to differentiate between various meanings. You do not need to know the original language to find the original meaning. I use it in conjunction with either Strongs Exhaustive Concordance or with Zodhiates Word Study Bible. I highly recommend it for anyone wanting to do further research and get more accurate information from their Bible study.

Timothy R. Chandler from Harrisonburg, Virginia USA
While the Word of God is divinely inspired, (Paul writes that all scripture is given by inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and I firmly believe this), sometimes the modern translations loose the impact of the original Greek writing.

The New Testament has 4 seperate and distinct words that our English translations generically call "love". This shows us that when the scriptures are examined in the original meaning and context, they become even more powerful and instructive.

Vine's does an excellent job of providing the context of the word you are looking up, providing a thorough understanding of the exact meaning of the verse. This kind of knowledge will add power to your preaching, teaching, or personal study. I have found that doors to deeper understanding have been opened by seeing the information that this edition of Vine's provides. When used in concert with Strong's concordance, it is a powerful tool.

I heartily endorse this book. It should be used by every believer to discover for themselves the deeper things of God.

Gary Maxwell from Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania USA
Vine's has stood the test of time and proven itself as a valuable reference work for scholar and layman alike.

Although the book does not define every word in the Bible, it does cover many of the most theologically important words in a very thorough fashion.

This version of Vine's contains White's Old Testament dictionary which is superior to the original Vine's Old Testament dictionary which was incomplete. Together with the New Testament dictionary, it forms a solid word study tool for anyone interested in going deeper into God's Word.

Highly recommended.

aletheia67 from Wiliston Park, NY United States
There are numerous Greek NT (New Testament) tools out there, but very few are helpful for lay believers who do not have the knowledge of the Greek. But Vine's Complete Expository Dictionary (VCED) is perfect for ALL believers. I have used it for 16 years thus far and still use it! Here are reasons for high recommendation:

1. You do NOT need Greek knowledge to use this book. It is that simple and arranged that way, using KJV of the Bible as the main text. 2. It explains KJV word in an original Greek in context. It provides the meaning of the word in a proper context of Greek background. For example: In English Bible, there is only one word for "love" but in NT Greek, there are four (two being used the mostly). Therefore VCED fills the gap between English Bible and Greek NT nicely and effectively. 3. It provides the definition of a word (KJV word) more accurately than the English dictionary because it uses Greek use of the word. For example: The word, "godliness (1Tim. 2:2)" in Merriam Webster Collegiate Dictionary is defined as "1: Divine 2: pious, devout -" but in VCED, it defines it as " 'to be devout,' denotes that piety which characterized by a Godward attitude, does that which is well-pleasing to Him." It provides fuller meaning of the word by explaining how the word is used in the NT. 4. It can be used with Strong's Exhaustive Concordance. Every word is numbered with Strong's number so you can use it more efficiently. 5. This edition includes OT Dictionary as well. Although not written by Vine himself, it still is helpful, but is not as complete as Vine's NT. 6. This edition is clear in typeset (modernized). Previous editions were bad to read because of its old typeset.

Some Tips: (a) If you want to use this book, you must have KJV of the Bible alongside VCED. All entries are given in KJV word. (b) To save a step, you might want to consider using, "The New Enlgishman's Greek Concordance and Lexicon (Hendrickson Publisher)." It is also coded with Strong's number and uses KJV renderings of the verse.

All in all, it is an excellent tool for Bible Study. I heartily recommend it to all believers.

Glenn Davis eaglesky -- netdoor.com from Plantersville, MS United States
I am a student of New Testament Greek. Researching in the Greek is one of my favorite things to do. My library is small, but includes some good research books. I must say at first that I thoroughly enjoy my Vine's.

I use Vine's everytime that I do research. It is a good resource and full of information. But I must caution those who intend to use this book w/out any knowledge of Greek, that you will have to put forth some effort into this book. At times there are words that come across, such as "passive use, middle intensive, conditional clause", which will only make sense if the reader understands Greek. I know of an English teacher who has a hard time w/ Greek...mainly because, for example, an infinitive in Greek is not the same as an infinitive in English. So understand that the labeling of words in Vine's is from a Greek standpoint.....not English.

In my studies I have discovered that many times Vine's is unable to ascertain the meaning/definition of the use of a word. It's use to me that is it has logically grouped words together, and summarizes (at best) the usage of the words in the New Testament. In my corresponding research w/ Kittel's and Colin Brown, I have found the groupings of Vine's to be somewhat consistent.

When I need a quick look at a word, I always go to Vine's. If I need in-depth study, I pull my other books out.

This book will be a huge benefit for anyone who serious studies the New Testament. I believe that those who do casual study will not gain the full use of this book.

For those who are looking for in-depth insight and knowledge into the use of Greek words and language will not find much benefit from this book. Those who do want to see the "richness" of the original text will need to embark on a life-long study of New Testament Greek.