| | Dictionary of Biblical Imagery An Encyclopaedic Exploration of the Images, Symbols, Motifs, Metaphors, Figures of Speech, Literary Patterns and Universal Images of the Bible by Leland Ryken, Professor Tremper Longman Iii, James C. Wilhoit Hardcover, 996 Pages, Published 1998 by Inter-Varsity Press ISBN-13: 978-0-85111-753-9, ISBN: 0-85111-753-8
"A Christianity Today 1999 Book of the Year! Every reader of the Bible has encountered the powerful, comforting and sometimes puzzling imagery of Scripture. These concrete pictures with their hidden force have struck sharp and lasting impressions on our minds. Their imprint has etched itself on the language and grammar of Christian faith and Western culture. Why then do traditional Bible dictionaries and reference works offer so little h ..."
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