Types Of Truth

Question 1

Observations regarding the universe we
live in. We now
know that the sun does not move, the
Earth does.

Answer 1

Scientific Truth

Question 2

Records and stories of past events and deeds. The Bible contains the history of the Hebrew
people from about 2000 B.C.E to 100 C.E.
Though much of the history was passed down
orally for generations, it is nonetheless
surprisingly accurate.

Answer 2

Historical Truth

Question 3

Lessons and rules about good behavior. kin…but you shall love your neighbor as yourself.
Moral standards are specific to a
particular time and place.

Answer 3

Moral Truth

Question 4

A short saying of common sense wisdom;
represents an underlying message or
lesson. Ex. (Sir 3:5): Those who honor their father will have joy in their children.

Answer 4

Proverbial Truth

Question 5

The poetic language is used to emphasize a
lesson. Requires us to ‘read between the
lines’ to discover the truth being
presented.

Answer 5

Symbolic Truth

Question 6

Belief and faith in God’s action in our life.
The primary type of truth found in the
Bible. everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life.

Answer 6

Religious Truth