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Which letter among the General Letters is known for discussing the believer's privilege of spiritual knowledge?
Which letter among the General Letters is known for discussing the believer's privilege of spiritual knowledge?
- II Peter
- James
- Jude
- I John (correct)
What does the term 'Apocrypha' refer to in relation to the Bible?
What does the term 'Apocrypha' refer to in relation to the Bible?
- A collection of additional books in some versions of the Old Testament (correct)
- The New Testament writings
- The books of the Hebrew Bible
- Ancient scripts used for translations
Which prophet is associated with the rebuilding of the temple of Jerusalem?
Which prophet is associated with the rebuilding of the temple of Jerusalem?
- Zechariah
- Haggai (correct)
- Zephaniah
- Malachi
What is the total number of books found in most Protestant Bibles?
What is the total number of books found in most Protestant Bibles?
Which of the following letters is described as the 'shortest book in the New Testament'?
Which of the following letters is described as the 'shortest book in the New Testament'?
Who is the wealthy man that was won to Christianity by Paul according to the content?
Who is the wealthy man that was won to Christianity by Paul according to the content?
Which Pauline letter is referred to as the Magna Charta of Christian Liberty?
Which Pauline letter is referred to as the Magna Charta of Christian Liberty?
What does the Old Testament explain about man?
What does the Old Testament explain about man?
What is the key theme of II Peter as identified in the content?
What is the key theme of II Peter as identified in the content?
Which Gospel is characterized as the earliest written?
Which Gospel is characterized as the earliest written?
What is the main theme of the book of Romans?
What is the main theme of the book of Romans?
From what Greek term is the word 'Bible' derived?
From what Greek term is the word 'Bible' derived?
What role does Ezekiel play in the prophetic tradition?
What role does Ezekiel play in the prophetic tradition?
Which book tells about Babylon as God's punishing agent?
Which book tells about Babylon as God's punishing agent?
What does the term 'testament' derive from?
What does the term 'testament' derive from?
Which book of the Old Testament is known for exemplifying true friendship?
Which book of the Old Testament is known for exemplifying true friendship?
Which books tell about the founding of the kingdom of Israel?
Which books tell about the founding of the kingdom of Israel?
According to 2 Timothy 3:16-17, what is one of the purposes of Scripture?
According to 2 Timothy 3:16-17, what is one of the purposes of Scripture?
Which prophet is associated with God's universal love?
Which prophet is associated with God's universal love?
What is the meaning of the term 'biblion'?
What is the meaning of the term 'biblion'?
Which component of the Bible is specifically known for containing poetry and prophecy?
Which component of the Bible is specifically known for containing poetry and prophecy?
Which book of the New Testament is known as the apocalypse?
Which book of the New Testament is known as the apocalypse?
What is one characteristic of the Bible's historical context?
What is one characteristic of the Bible's historical context?
What does the book of Deuteronomy emphasize?
What does the book of Deuteronomy emphasize?
What aspect does the book of Lamentations primarily address?
What aspect does the book of Lamentations primarily address?
Which letter addresses loyalty to the Christian faith and complete devotion?
Which letter addresses loyalty to the Christian faith and complete devotion?
Who is known as the 'crying prophet'?
Who is known as the 'crying prophet'?
What does the term 'Scripture' imply about the Bible?
What does the term 'Scripture' imply about the Bible?
Who is usually attributed as the author of the Pentateuch?
Who is usually attributed as the author of the Pentateuch?
Which book is known as the Hebrew handbook of personal religion?
Which book is known as the Hebrew handbook of personal religion?
What significant event does the book of Exodus discuss?
What significant event does the book of Exodus discuss?
What was unique about Paul's letters in relation to authorship?
What was unique about Paul's letters in relation to authorship?
Which two books are attributed to the author of Luke-Acts?
Which two books are attributed to the author of Luke-Acts?
In the context of the Old Testament, who is considered a drastic reformer?
In the context of the Old Testament, who is considered a drastic reformer?
What is the main focus of the Poetical Books in the Old Testament?
What is the main focus of the Poetical Books in the Old Testament?
Which of the following prophets is known to have dictated his messages?
Which of the following prophets is known to have dictated his messages?
How many books did Paul write in the New Testament?
How many books did Paul write in the New Testament?
Which statement about the authors of the Bible is true?
Which statement about the authors of the Bible is true?
What was the result of King Jehoiakem's actions against Jeremiah's scroll?
What was the result of King Jehoiakem's actions against Jeremiah's scroll?
Which books are written by John in the New Testament?
Which books are written by John in the New Testament?
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Study Notes
Origin and Structure of the Bible
- Known as the Good Book, the Bible is a collection of texts compiled over more than 2,000 years.
- Comprises the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) with 24 books and the New Testament which holds 27 books, totaling 66 in most Protestant Bibles.
- Roman Catholic and some Eastern churches include additional books in the Old Testament known as the Apocrypha.
Etymology
- The term "Bible" derives from the Greek "ta biblia," meaning "the books," which transitioned to the singular "biblia" in Latin.
- "Biblion" (diminutive of "Byblos") refers to a small book or papyrus, originating from the ancient city Byblos, known for papyrus production.
- The term "testament" comes from the Latin "testamentum," signifying a sacred covenant, first established with Israel through Abraham and fulfilled by Jesus.
Purpose and Importance
- Considered the most significant book, providing a unique divine revelation of God and His intentions.
- Elaborates on human origin and existence purpose, delivering guidelines for Christian living and pointing to redemption.
- Emphasizes teachings in 2 Timothy 3:16-17, declaring scripture beneficial for teaching, rebuking sin, correcting behavior, and spiritual training.
Old Testament Composition
- Law/Pentateuch (5 Books): Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy detail creation, Israel's exodus, and laws.
- Historical Books (12): Chronicles the history of Israel from conquest to exile, including Joshua, Judges, and Kings.
- Poetical Books (5): Includes Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs, focusing on wisdom and worship.
- Major Prophets (5): Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel deliver messages of holiness, lament, and hope.
- Minor Prophets (12): Shorter prophetic books like Hosea and Jonah emphasize themes of love, righteousness, and restoration.
New Testament Composition
- Gospels (4): Matthew (influential), Mark (earliest), Luke (most refined), John (emphasizes spirituality) recount Jesus' life and teachings.
- Pauline Letters (13): Address early Christian communities, including foundational teachings in Romans and practical guidance in Corinthians.
- General Letters (8): Letters like Hebrews, James, and Revelation cover various aspects of Christian faith and heresies.
- History (1): Acts serves as a historical account of the early church and its expansion.
Writers
- Many Old Testament contributors remain anonymous; Moses is traditionally viewed as the Pentateuch’s author.
- Notable figures in narrative books include priestly traditions possibly responsible for books of Samuel and Kings.
- New Testament authors include apostles and early disciples; however, authorship claims are rarely established, with Paul’s letters being a prominent exception.
- The writer of Luke-Acts is believed to be a Gentile; all others in the New Testament were Jewish.
Key Themes
- The Bible serves as a divinely inspired guide for understanding God’s nature, moral living, and redemption.
- Through diverse literary forms, it captures the religious, ethical, and historical trajectories of both the Old and New Testaments.
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