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What are Reference Sources?

Reference sources for theology  include encyclopedias, dictionaries, handbooks, bible commentaries, and more. They can be in print or online in databases like Wikipedia.

Theology print reference materials can be found on the main level of the Winona  library.  They have call numbers in the 200s.

Why Use Reference Sources

Credible Reliable Sources:

  • Authoritative publishers
  • Articles are written by well respected scholars in the field

Good Background Information:

  • Efficient method to identify key terms, dates, people, theories

Contact with the Relevant Literature:

  • Bibliographies lead to key thinkers and scholars in the field
  • Use our book catalog and journal locator to find the books and articles listed in the bibliographies

Examples from the Winona Library