Lesson 1: Introduction to the Bible Flashcards
This lesson will guide the learner though the structure of the bible.
All scripture is inspired by GOD and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness
2 Timothy 3:16
For no prophecy was ever produced by the will of man, but men spoke from GOD as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit
2 Peter 1:21
How many books in the Old Testament?
39 Books
How many books in the New Testament?
27 Books
The first five books of the Old Testament were written by Moses around 1400 B.C. They were are referred to as the “Five Books of Moses”
Pentateuch
List the books of the Pentateuch in the order you find them in the Bible.
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy
The book of beginnings: Creation, man, sin, redemption, God’s nation
Genesis
God delivers His people from Egypt
Exodus
Atonement, holiness, and worship through sacrifice and purification
Leviticus
God’s people continually disobey and wander in the wilderness for 40 years
Numbers
Moses’ great discourse to prepare Israel to enter the Promised Land
Deuteronomy
What are the sections of the Old Testament in order?
Pentateuch, History, Poetry, Major Prophets, Minor Prophets
When were the Historical books written?
Between 1400 and 450 B.C
What do the Historical books contain?
They describe GOD’s dealings with His chosen people, Israel, the Hebrew nation
What do the Poetry books contain?
Describes in poetry and song GOD’s greatness and His dealings with men
Which books are considered to be Major Prophets?
Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekial, Daniel, Hosea
What is the difference between the Major and Minor Prophets?
The Major Prophets books are longer than the writings of the Minor Prophets.
When was the Major Prophets’ books written?
Between 750 and 550 B.C.
How many books are considered Minor Prophet books?
12 books
When was the Minor Prophets’ books written?
Between 840 and 400 B.C.
Which books are considered Poetry books?
Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon
This book discusses the suffering and loyal trust of a man who loved GOD
Job