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New Testament Research: Background Info

This is a guide for beginning research on the New Testament

Starting on Solid Ground

Unless you're an expert, starting a new project can be a little scary. The tools on this page will give you a solid foundation (vs. a "house built on sand") upon which to build your paper or project. Encyclopedias, whether an e-reference or print, will give you a good overview of the turf. These tools cover a subject broadly, break it into segments (helping you narrow down your topic), and usually provide a list of good books and/or articles that will take you further into your topic.

Evangelist

Mark Piacenza Cathedral

Lion, symbol of Mark

Piacenza Cathedral

photo: TAmodeo 2011

Social Ethics

Well over 1200 first-year students entered LMU in Fall Semester. Many are be taking an introductory Theology course. Be aware of the need to share our print resources.

Please remember these simple guidelines:

  • Keep all Reference books in the Reference area. You can take a book up to make a photocopy, but please bring it back to Reference on your way out.
  • Handle books with care. These resources are meant for all to use; many can't be replaced.
  • Don't create "interference" with your neighbor's ability to see the text as it was printed. Highlighters and underlining are fine for books you purchase for yourself.  Shared books need to be clean and new for every student.
  • Use thin paper bookmarks to mark your place. Pencils, pens and notebooks are not "bookmarks", and can damage any binding.

Thanks for keeping the Library alive!

Reference Books: Examples

There are numerous Reference books on the Bible and on religion and individual religions. They range from dictionaries to encyclopedias, from concordances to commentaries. Some are also online, but many are not. Try to find the best reference book for your particular purpose, rather than just stick to one format! A Reference librarian can help with this. ASK!

Featured Reference Source

Evangelist

John's eagle

Eagle, symbol of John

Piacenza Cathedral

photo: TAmodeo 2011

E-Reference Plus

These titles are among the dozens of Reference books and sets available electronically on campus, or off-campus using your MyLMU name and password. Many of them are also held in print, some in the Reference Stacks (in the Information Commons) and some in the Main Stacks.  Check LINUS as needed.