The Oxford Dictionary | Of The Christian Church

Since its first publication in 1957 by Oxford University Press , it has established itself as the "indispensable" reference work for scholars, clergy, and general readers. Core Structural Features

: It features brief biographies of biblical figures, saints, popes, theologians, philosophers, heretics, and musicians. Subject Coverage The Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church - Amazon.com The Oxford Dictionary of the Christian Church

A key feature of is its authoritative, cross-referenced A–Z entries (over 6,000 to 6,500 depending on the edition) that provide comprehensive coverage of all aspects of the Christian Church. Since its first publication in 1957 by Oxford

: Each entry typically includes a bibliography to guide further research, which is frequently updated in newer editions. cross-referenced A–Z entries (over 6