Sure, here’s a summary of some strengths and weaknesses for each of the Hebrew/Aramaic and Greek lexicons you’ve listed:
Hebrew and Aramaic Lexicons:
| Lexicon | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|
| The Hebrew and Aramaic Lexicon of the Old Testament | Comprehensive, detailed entries; takes account of new findings in Semitic linguistics | Might be overwhelming for beginners due to its extensive detail |
| The Dictionary of Classical Hebrew | Emphasizes usage in Classical Hebrew, not just Biblical Hebrew; includes examples from non-Biblical texts | May be less useful for those focused strictly on Biblical Hebrew |
| A Concise Hebrew and Aramaic Lexicon of the Old Testament | Good for beginners; concise and manageable entries | Less detailed and comprehensive than some other options |
| New Brown-Driver-Briggs-Gesenius Hebrew-English Lexicon of the Old Testament | Historical and comparative approach; extensive textual references | May be less accessible to beginners; updated versions might be needed for newer findings |
| Brown-Driver-Briggs Hebrew and English Lexicon of the Old Testament (1907 version) | Classic resource; extensive textual references | Outdated; lacks recent scholarship and linguistic findings |
Greek Lexicons:
| Lexicon | Strengths | Weaknesses |
|---|---|---|
| A Concise Dictionary of New Testament Greek | Accessible for beginners; focused specifically on New Testament Greek | Less comprehensive than some other options |
| A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other Early Christian Literature | Comprehensive; updated with modern scholarship; includes references to other Early Christian Literature | Complexity and depth may be overwhelming for beginners |
| The Analytical Lexicon to the Greek New Testament | Assists with grammatical analysis of the New Testament; useful for beginners | Less detailed lexical information compared to comprehensive lexicons |
| Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament | Detailed lexical information and definitions | May be less accessible to beginners; not as recent as some other lexicons |
| Reader’s Greek-English lexicon of the New Testament : and beginner’s guide | Designed specifically for beginners; includes a guide for learning New Testament Greek | Not as comprehensive or detailed as other lexicons |
These are just general overviews. The best lexicon for a particular person will depend on their level of experience, their specific interests, and the type of study they’re doing.