Encyclopedias Condensed Biblical Cyclopedia This encyclopedia, written in 1896 by Ashley S. Johnson, founder of Johnson Bible College, is designed for busy people who 'wish to increase their knowledge of the oracles of God.' International Standard Bible Encyclopedia This encyclopedia, written in 1915, was published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co. Hailed for it authoritative explanations of every significant word, person and place it is the standard by which all other biblical encyclopedias are measured.