Biblical Writing

Religion is concerned with the person’s relationship with God.

Taking words in their usual or most basic sense without exaggeration.

"I pray that the sharing of your faith may become effective."

List of ancestors and their descendants.

The Old Testament contains some myths. Most of these are found in the the Book of Genesis.

These are often quite long stories about heroes who are celebrated in Israel’s history.

The Bible is the record of the relationship between God and His chosen people, the Hebrews.

Much of the truth in Scripture is told in symbols, parables, myths and allegories.

This refers to a collection of books or beliefs/teachings that are accepted as true.

I walk through the darkest valley, I fear no evil;

Relating to or characteristic of a prophet or prophecy.

These stories tell how God chose a particular person for a role and the person’s reaction.

A category or type of literature characterised by a particular form, style, or content.

The biblical writers reflect the scientific understanding of their day.

For he grew up before him like a young plant, and like a root out of dry ground;