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Structure of Bible
Sacred Scripture
Term | Definition |
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Old Testament | Is also known as the Hebrew Scriptures. |
New Testament | Is also known as the Christian Scriptures. |
Genesis | Is the first book of the Bible. |
Revelation | A book written as apocalyptic literature, during a time when Christians were being persecuted. |
Books of Law | The first five books of the Bible. |
Gospels | The story of Jesus' life and ministry told from four complementary perspectives. |
Wisdom Books | Seven books of poetry and wise sayings. |
Judith, Esther and Ruth | Books that form part of the Historical Books of the Bible. |
Joel, Jonah and Micah | Books that form part of the Prophetic Books of the Bible. |
1 Thessalonians | The earliest written book in the Christian Scriptures. |