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The Protestant Bible is made up of a "library" of 66 books, 39 in the Old Testament, 27 in the New. The Roman Catholic New Testament contains exactly the same books as the Protestant New Testament, but the Catholic Old Testament consists of 46 books.
The writings of the Old Testament first appeared as separate scrolls in Hebrew. We do not know exactly how or when they were first gathered into a single volume. But there is clear evidence that books, as we know them, first appeared during the first and second centuries AD (see the section titled How the Bible came down to us on page 177). We also need to remember that, before the Old Testament Hebrew Scriptures were written down, there were likely many centuries when traditions were passed on by word of mouth, or "orally." The patriarch, Abraham, for example, probably lived during the period 2000-1800 BC. From his time on, it is believed traditions about the divine Covenant were preserved orally until the time of Moses (c. mid-2nd millennium BC), who is accepted as the editor and recorder of the first Hebrew Scriptures.
The books of the Old Testament vary in authorship and style, and can be divided into four main groupings:
Sometimes called the "Books of Moses" or the Pentateuch-"five scrolls." The Jews call these five books the "Torah," Hebrew for instruction. They contain all the details of the Law Covenant that governed all aspects of daily life for God's people.
Books that trace the story of God's people from their entry into the Promised Land to the Exile.
Books full of proverbs, riddles, parables, warnings, and wise sayings.
God's prophets explain what happened in the past, speak out against evil in the present, and foretell what God will do in the future.
The Apocrypha is a collection of books, and additions to Old Testament books, written between 300 BC and AD 100. They are sometimes also known as "deuterocanonical" books-belonging to a second "canon" of Scripture. These writings were not accepted by the Jews as part of their Scripture, and most Protestant churches do not accept them either. Some are included in the Roman Catholic Bible.
These books are interesting and valuable historical documents, and range from historical narratives to pious fiction.
The 27 books of the New Testament were written in Greek. Like the Old Testament, they can be divided into different types of writing:
The book of Acts and the four Gospels. The Gospels are not simply historical records; they form portraits of Jesus as the Messiah and were written to persuade readers to believe in Jesus.
In older Bibles they are often called "epistles." They include the Apostle Paul's letters to groups of Christians or churches in various cities, Paul's letters to individual Christians, and letters written by other apostles.
This book opens with letters to seven different churches in Asia Minor, urging them to remain constant in their faith in the midst of severe persecution. The book continues with disturbing visions about the Last Days. However, importantly, the visions begin and end with the clear message that the Kingdom of God will endure forever.
1. The Nag Hammadi Library
In 1945 two peasants discovered a thirteen-volume library of Coptic texts hidden under a boulder near the town of Nag Hammadi, upper Egypt. This reintroduced the largely forgotten, heretical Gnostic beliefs in early Christianity.
2. 'Ain Dara Temple
A temple in northern Syria that is the most similar known structure to Solomon's Temple. Its plan, size, date, and architectural details are typical of sacred architecture of the area between the tenth and the eighth centuries BC.
3. Tel Dan "David" Stela
A ninth-century BC inscription that provides the first evidence for King David outside of the Bible.
4. Mona Lisa of Galilee
More than sixteen centuries after an earthquake destroyed the Roman city of Sepphoris, west of the Sea of Galilee, this richly colored mosaic portrait of an unnamed woman was discovered among the ruins.
5. Peter's House
This simple first-century AD home in Capernaum may have been occupied by Jesus during his Galilean ministry. It seems to have become a place for gatherings linked with Jesus and his disciple Peter.
6. Siloam Pool
In 2004, archaeologists excavated part of this monumental pool south of Jerusalem's Temple Mount, on the ridge known as the City of David. This is where Jesus restored the sight of a blind man, in John's Gospel.
7. Ashkelon's Arched Gate
The oldest known monumental arch, built during the Middle Bronze Age, circa 1850 BC, and discovered in southern Israel in 1992.
8. The Dead Sea Scrolls
This hugely important library of more than 800 manuscripts, most likely belonging to the Jewish sect of the Essenes, dates from between c. 250 BC and AD 68. They were discovered in 1947 by a Bedouin shepherd in caves near the Dead Sea, and give unique insights into contemporary Judaism, religious culture, and the Bible.
9. Two synagogues at Magdala
Mary Magdalene is usually thought to mean "Mary of Magdala". At the site of Magdala a synagogue dating to AD 50-100 BC was discovered in 2009, and a second synagogue dating to the same period in 2021. This was the first time two synagogues of this period have been found at one site.
10. Siloam Inscription, Hezekiah's Tunnel, Jerusalem
Discovered by two boys playing in the tunnel in 1880, this inscription describes the moment when quarrymen from each end met in the middle, throwing light on 2 Kings 20:20.
Siloam inscription.
Genesis
The beginnings, describes creation, the rebellion and sin of man, and the early history of God's people, through whom he introduces his plan of redemption via his covenant with Adam at creation, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Exodus
The story of Israel's escape from Egypt and the leadership of Moses; God's covenant with Israel; the giving of the Law; and the construction of the Tabernacle.
Leviticus
The laws through which God's people can worshipfully approach, and sustain fellowship with God.
Numbers
A census of the people and their wanderings in the wilderness, as God prepares them to enter the Promised Land.
Deuteronomy
Before his death, Moses emphasizes the covenant and the Law to the people.
Joshua
Israel enters Canaan and divides the land among the tribes.
Judges
The story of the Israelites in Canaan as they learn that turning from God leads to oppression by enemies, followed by repentance and deliverance through a judge.
Ruth
A story of tragedy and love in the lives of ancestors of David-a story of redemption that points to Jesus.
1 Samuel
The history of Israel from the rule of Samuel, the last judge, to the reign of King Saul.
2 Samuel
The record of David's reign.
1 and 2 Kings
The last days of David's reign through the reign of his son, Solomon, and the division of the kingdom, after which both kingdoms are presented in chronological order until the release of Jehoiachin from prison in Babylon, about 561 BC.
1 and 2 Chronicles
The official histories of the kingdoms of Judah and Israel, including the genealogies and history, from the reigns of David and Solomon through the captivity.
Ezra
The return of the Jews from Babylonian captivity and rebuilding of the Jerusalem temple.
Nehemiah
A further account of the return from exile; the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem and the renewal of the covenant.
Esther
The story of a Jewess who becomes Queen of Persia and saves her people from destruction, foiling the plot of Haman the Agagite, a Persian courtier who hated the Jewish people.
Job
The sufferings and faith of a man who learns to accept the-sometimes baffling-will of God.
Psalms
Poems, prayers, and praises written by David and others.
Proverbs
The wise and practical sayings of Solomon and other wise men.
Ecclesiastes
How the search for happiness and satisfaction in earthly things apart from God always ends in futility.
Camp at Mount Sinai.
Song of Songs
A love song recounting the courtship and marriage of a man and a woman, illustrating the relationship between God and his people, and Christ and his church.
Isaiah
Prophecies concerning Judah and Jerusalem, vivid messages of redemption for God's people, and hope for a Messiah.
Jeremiah
Prophecies predicting the...
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