"The Concise Dictionary of the Christian Tradition briefly defines and describes nearly three-and-a-half thousand terms and names from the history, teachings, and liturgy of the church"-- Provided by publisher.

"In this single volume you will find nearly three-and-a-half thousand terms and names from the history, teachings, and liturgy of the church : terms and names that are difficult to find in standard dictionaries, brief definitions and descriptions for quick reference, names and terms from the history of the church in its various expressions, concepts and terms related to the teachings of the church, terms connected with the Protestant, Roman Catholic, and Orthodox liturgies. This indispensable reference work is for anyone who wants quick access to information that is sometimes difficult to find, even in a well-stocked library. The perfect single-volume reference for the layperson, students, pastors, and teachers"-- Provided by publisher.