Catholic Dictionary Revised

More than 3,000 entries:Contains thousands of listing for topics, covering theology, doctrine, canon low, saints, liturgy, vestments, architecture, religious orders, holy days, and catechetics.Concise definitions:Each entry provides all essential information as well as an easy-to-use pronunciation guide. Cross-referenced to the Catechism of the Catholic Church.Specialized terms and foreign phrases:Includes words with specific Catholic meanings you won?t find in ordinary dictionaries, in addition to words and phrases from foreign languages.Wide range of Catholic terminology:Diverse entries ranging from ancient times to the present provide a full understanding of Catholicisms rich heritage. Eastern Rite terms explained in complete detail.Biblical resources:Biblical figures, archaic terms, and more, cross-referenced with Bible verses where appropriate.Specialized Catholic lists:A list of all the popes, plus the councils of the Church and their chief doctrines.Common Abbreviations:Handy reference to abbreviations used by scholars.Ecclesiasical titles:Proper forms of address for Church hierarchy, as well as pointers on etiquette and literary style in one convenient location. 608 pages.