The Baptist Encyclopaedia

This massive encyclopedia provides historical illustrations and informative essays on the doctrines, ordinances, confessions of faith, sufferings, labors, and prominent figures of global Baptist history. Discover the rich history of this influential tradition with these biographical sketches of important Baptist luminaries, such as Charles Spurgeon and John Bunyan, along with detailed illustrations of the London Metropolitan Tabernacle, where Spurgeon preached to tens of thousands, and the Bedford jail, where Bunyan wrote his classic Pilgrim’s Progress. Explore the formative events and institutions in Baptist history, such as the founding and developments of the Southern Baptist Convention, born out of a need to support pioneering Baptist missionaries like Adoniram Judson and Luther Rice. Read insightful essays on significant Baptist confessions and doctrines, such as the 1689 London Baptist Confession, the 1611 Confession of Faith, and the Philadelphia Confession of Faith. Appendixes include facsimiles of important documents, such as the Philadelphia Confession of Faith, the New Hampshire Confession of Faith, and significant letters. With this comprehensive resource, you’ll have the full depth and breadth of Baptist history at your fingertips.

In the Logos editions, these valuable volumes are enhanced by amazing functionality. Scripture citations link directly to English translations and important terms link to a wealth of other resources in your digital library. References to important Baptist figures, doctrines, and events bring up the relevant entry in a click, so you get the information you need, when you need it. Tablet and mobile apps let you read on the go. With Logos Bible Software, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.