1.6 Origins and Structure of Bible

What is the Bible?

The Bible is the sacred text of Christianity, containing historical accounts, poems, and letters

What are the two main parts of the Bible?

The Old Testament and the New Testament.

What does the Old Testament describe?

It describes God’s relationship with the Jews before Jesus was born

What are the four sections of the Old Testament?

Law, History, Wisdom, and Prophecy

What does the Law section of the Old Testament cover?

The first five books, including laws like the Ten Commandments

What are the Gospels in the New Testament?

They cover the actions and teachings of Jesus.

What is the Acts of the Apostles about?

It tells of events in the early Church up to around 60 CE.

What are the Epistles?

Letters written by the apostles explaining how to live according to Jesus' teachings.

What does the Book of Revelation contain?

Mystical visions of the apostle John, some believe it describes the end of the world.

What were the four criteria for books to be included in the New Testament?

Backed by an apostle, written early, agreed with Christian teachings, and accepted by the early Church.