Library Guides: CMM 359: Joseph: Apocalyptic Traditions

Researching an Apocalyptic Tradition

Step 1: Research different apocalyptic traditions by searching in a subject encyclopedia.

End of Days by Wendell G. Johnson (Editor)
ISBN: 9781440839405
Publication Date: 2017-07-14
Covering religious traditions ranging from Buddhism to Christianity to Zoroastrianism and modern apocalyptic movements such as Arun Shinrikyo and the Branch Davidians, this book addresses prophesied end of days from a breadth of perspectives and includes material on often-neglected themes and genres. * Provides readers with an overview of apocalyptic themes in the world's religious traditions as well as detailed explanations of particular apocalyptic phenomena * Places popular apocalyptic motifs within the historical context of apocalyptic literature * Enables a more complete appreciation and understanding of the presence of apocalyptic material in popular culture, literature, and fine arts * Presents information in a single volume that will serve researchers in public libraries, community college learning resource centers, and college and university libraries

Step 2: Obtain a copy of the text of your apocalyptic tradition. You can use the UD Catalog or primary source databases.

UD Catalog This link opens in a new window
Search for the title using the UD library catalog. Not here? On your results page, click "Search OhioLINK" (other academic libraries) or "SearchOhio" (public libraries).
Connect to the University of Dayton Online Catalog to search for books, journals, and other materials held by the UD University Libraries, including Roesch Library, Marian Library, US Catholic Special Collections, Archives, Rare Books, Leisure Reading, Government Documents (GovDocs), Electronic Resources, Learning Teaching Center (LTC), Zimmerman Law Library, Curriculum Materials Center, and Multi-Ethnic Education & Engagement Center (MEC). Easily narrow a search to find print and e-books, theses, dissertations, manuscripts, print and e-journals, music, video, maps, instructional material, and more.
Loeb Classical Library This link opens in a new window
Search for translations of ancient Greek or Roman apocalyptic traditions using this database.
Founded by James Loeb in 1911 to place the written treasures of the Greek and Roman past within the reach of all interested readers, the Loeb Classical Library has for more than a century produced its iconic green and red editions of ancient masterworks in a convenient, affordable, and accessible format. Epic and lyric poetry; tragedy and comedy; satire and the novel; history, philosophy, and oratory; the great medical writers and mathematicians; those Church Fathers who made particular use of pagan culture—in short, our entire classical heritage is represented with up-to-date texts and accurate English translations, both in print and online. The editors provide substantive introductions as well as essential critical and explanatory notes and selective bibliographies, and the series is continually revised and updated in light of modern scholarship. Browse by author's name, Greek works, Latin works, and Loeb volumes.

Step 3: Search for scholarly books about your apocalyptic tradition using a keyword search in the catalog (see the link above), or by clicking on the subject tags below. You can also select books from the Bibliography on Hell created by Dr. Meghan Henning.

Bibliography on Hell

Step 4: Search for scholarly articles about your apocalyptic tradition using the databases below.

Try First:

Atla Religion Database This link opens in a new window
A specialized database offering access to scholarly literature in theology and religious studies, including journal articles, essays, and book reviews. Effective May 13, EBSCO databases will debut new features and an updated design. Learn more.
This database is an index to scholarly journal articles, book reviews, and collections of essays in all fields of religion, including Biblical studies, world religions, Church history, and religious perspectives on social issues. Journals representing all the major religious faiths, major denominations, and numerous language groups are included. The Scriptures link in the tool bar provides a clickable index of Biblical books, chapters and verses indexed. Atla Religion Database is produced by Atla (formerly known as the American Theological Library Association), an organization dedicated to advancing the study of religion and theology. The database is the continuation of three print publications: "Religion Index One: Periodicals," "Religion Index Two: Multi-Author Works," and "Index to Book Reviews in Religion."
JSTOR This link opens in a new window
A digital library with over 12 million academic journal articles, books, and primary sources in diverse fields, ideal for research and scholarly exploration.
This archive is a collection of over 12 million full-text scholarly journal articles, e-books, periodicals, images, and primary sources in 75 disciplines. Browse subject areas including Arts, Business & Economics, History, Humanities, Law, Medicine & Allied Health, Science & Mathematics, and Social Sciences. JSTOR is part of ITHAKA, a not-for-profit organization that also includes Artstor, Ithaka S+R, and Portico.

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Hermeneia: A Critical and Historical Commentary on the Bible This link opens in a new window
A scholarly resource offering in-depth critical and historical commentary on biblical texts, providing insights into their historical, cultural, and theological contexts.
Project MUSE hosts this collection of authoritative interpretation of the earliest texts of the biblical books and other literature closely related to the Bible. These 51 books utilize the full range of philological and historical tools, including textual criticism, the methods of the history of tradition, and the history of religion. It makes full use of ancient Semitic and classical languages while English translations of all comparative materials are supplied alongside the citation of the source in its original language.
New Testament Abstracts This link opens in a new window
A database providing access to scholarly literature on the New Testament, including articles, books, and reviews, supporting research in biblical studies and theology. Effective May 13, EBSCO databases will debut new features and an updated design. Learn more.
A product of a partnership between Atla and Boston College, this database is a research and bibliographic aid for religion and theology scholars, librarians, clergy and students of the New Testament and its historical milieu. Journal abstract categories include New Testament General, Gospels - Acts, Epistles - Revelation, Biblical Theology, and World of the New Testament. Narrower topics include interpretation, translation, acts of the Apostles, Paul, Christology, ministry, archaeology, the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Greco-Roman World, and many more.
Old Testament Abstracts This link opens in a new window
A database providing access to scholarly literature on the Old Testament, including articles, books, and reviews, supporting research in biblical studies and theology. Effective May 13, EBSCO databases will debut new features and an updated design. Learn more.
A product of a partnership between Atla and the Catholic Biblical Association, this database features indexing and abstracts for religion and theology journal articles, monographs, multi-author works and software related to Old Testament studies. It covers an array of subjects including antiquities, archaeology, biblical theology and philology. All abstracts are in English, regardless of the language of the original work. Coverage dates back to 1975.