A Compendious and Complete Hebrew and Chaldee Lexicon to the Old Testament: With an English-Hebrew Index; Chiefly Founded on the Works of Gesenius and Fürst, With Improvements From Dietrich and Other - Hardcover

Benjamin Davies

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266396852 ISBN 13: 9780266396857

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A comprehensive Hebrew–Chaldee Lexicon for the Old Testament, built on the great works of Gesenius and Fürst and refined for today’s study.

This edition, edited by Benjamin Davies, offers student‑friendly access to the alphabetic treatment of irregular forms, roots, and derivatives, with clear cross‑references to grammar and usage. It aims to help readers gain a solid grasp of the original languages behind the biblical text.

The work gathers decades of lexicographic labor into a practical reference, highlighting affinities across dialects and languages, and presenting improvements from Dietrich and other sources. The result is a robust tool for anyone studying Hebrew and Aramaic passages in the Old Testament, with attention to form, meaning, and textual context.

• Alphabetical treatment of words, including difficult forms, with notes and cross‑references.
• Extensive abbreviations list and clear editorial guidance for language study.
• Connections to broader linguistic traditions and comparisons across Semitic tongues.
• English–Hebrew index to support quick lookup and classroom use.

Ideal for students, teachers, and researchers seeking a reliable, historically grounded reference for biblical Hebrew and Chaldee vocabulary.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266396852
• ISBN 13: 9780266396857
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 717