A trustworthy classic of Bible scholarship, this compact and inexpensive edition of Smith's is more than just a dictionary defining thousands of biblical words. It's a complete Bible study resource, packed with page after page of essential information like . . .Descriptions of important Bible characters and locations. Dozens of maps and charts to deepen Old and New Testament understanding. Chronological tables of events for quick, accurate reference. 4,000 questions and answers designed to challenge and instruct. Background on biblical life including such items as weights and measures, idols, vegetation, geography, kings and queens, musical instruments, animals, traditions and customs, food, political movements and more.