Master a Chinese NT vocabulary with a practical, proven approach. This concise reference, Analytical Vocabulary of the New Testament, guides learners through thousands of characters, radicals, and tones, helping you build usable Christian Chinese quickly and accurately.
Designed for new missionaries and language students, the book explains how radicals shape meaning and how to use tone indicators. It shows how to connect form, sound, and sense, making memorization less daunting. A carefully organized vocabulary combines 3,648 characters plus 6,744 entries, with notes explaining meanings for many entries. The layout includes helpful indexes and examples drawn from the Mandarin versions the field uses, plus a chart showing spelling differences across major systems. The aim is to make essential words live in your everyday speech and preaching, not just sit on a page.
- Learn the associations between radicals and related words to speed recall.
- See tones and pronunciations clearly indicated at a glance.
- Explore notes that illuminate tricky meanings and usage.
- Reference an alphabetized index of names, places, and key terms for quick study.
Ideal for readers preparing to share the Gospel in Chinese-speaking contexts and for serious learners who want a solid, field-ready vocabulary.