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Which two main sections is the Bible divided into?
Which books are included in the Pentateuch (or Torah)?
Which books capture the history of the Israelites over a 600-700 year period?
Which book is attributed to King Solomon and is a collection of wise sayings and teachings?
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Which books are considered 'major' prophets due to the length and significance of their writings?
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Which empire brought Judea under its control in the 1st century BC?
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Which major Jewish sects or movements developed during the period of Roman control over Judea?
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What does the New Testament emphasize as the means of salvation?
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Which languages were primarily used for the source texts of the Bible?
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Which Gospel focuses on the divine identity of Jesus?
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Which book is a continuation of the narrative found in the Gospels?
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Which collection of letters provides essential doctrinal teachings and practical guidance for Christian communities?
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Who is attributed as the author of the Book of Revelation?
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Which of the following is a theme in the Book of Revelation?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason for the historical reliability of the New Testament?
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Which of the following is a myth about the New Testament canon?
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Which statement accurately describes the canonization process of the New Testament?
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Which factor played a crucial role in the acceptance of a text into the New Testament canon?
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What was the role of church councils in affirming the canonical status of certain texts?
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What event marked a turning point in the process of canonization?
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What is the purpose of continual revision in Bible translations?
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Which languages are primarily used for the source texts of the Bible?
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What is the purpose of textual criticism in the Bible translation process?
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Why can you trust what you are reading in the Bible?
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Study Notes
Introduction to the Bible and its Reliability
- The Bible is a collection of 66 books divided into the Old Testament and the New Testament, representing diverse literary genres.
- The Old Testament serves as the historical and spiritual heritage of the Jewish people, providing moral and ethical guidance, and emphasizing the covenant between God and the Jewish people.
- The Old Testament includes the Pentateuch (or Torah), historical books, wisdom and poetry books, major and minor prophets.
- The process of transmitting the Old Testament involved meticulous copying by scribes, with the Septuagint being the Greek translation.
- The reliability of the Old Testament is supported by historical corroboration, manuscript evidence, fulfillment of prophecies, cultural continuity, and consistency over time.
- Archaeological and historical findings corroborate events, locations, and people mentioned in the Old Testament.
- The Old Testament has a wealth of ancient manuscripts, including the Dead Sea Scrolls, which confirm its preservation and consistency.
- The Jewish community's cultural and religious connection to the Old Testament supports its reliability.
- The Masoretic Text is a meticulously preserved Hebrew text of the Old Testament, standardized by Jewish scribes between the 7th and 10th centuries CE.
- The period of 400 years of silence saw Persian rule, Hellenistic influence, the Maccabean revolt, and the rise of the Roman Empire, which set the stage for the emergence of Christianity.
- The New Testament begins with the Gospels, which narrate the life, teachings, miracles, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
- The New Testament emphasizes salvation through faith in Jesus Christ and concludes with the Book of Revelation, which contains apocalyptic visions and prophecies.
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