Bibles
Explore a variety of Bibles in multiple languages and versions, along with commentaries and study tools to deepen your understanding of the scriptures.
Bible Versions
Introduction to the Bible
The Bible, regarded as the sacred scripture by billions, guides the religious life and morality of countless individuals worldwide. Comprising the Old Testament and the New Testament, it narrates the history, beliefs, and teachings of the Christian faith, originally written in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek.
Historical Background
The writing of the Bible spans over a millennium, starting from around 1400 BC with the oldest texts and continuing into the first century AD with the New Testament. While traditionally attributed to multiple authors, modern scholarship often explores the roles of various historical figures and groups in its composition.
Archaeological findings and historical research support the events and lifestyles depicted in the Bible, providing insights into its authenticity and historical context.
Structure and Composition
The Old Testament
- Torah or Pentateuch: The foundational texts including Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy.
- Historical Books: Narratives from Joshua to Esther that chronicle the history of the Israelites.
- Poetic and Wisdom Books: Books such as Psalms, Proverbs, and Job, offering poetry, wisdom, and reflections on life and faith.
- Prophetic Books: Writings of prophets like Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Daniel, who delivered God’s messages to the people.
The New Testament
- The Gospels: Accounts of Jesus Christ’s life, teachings, death, and resurrection, detailed in the books of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
- Acts of the Apostles: Describes the early Christian community and the spread of the Gospel through the ministries of Peter and Paul.
- Epistles: Letters written primarily by Paul and other leaders to provide guidance and teachings to early churches.
- The Book of Revelation: A prophetic book that depicts end-time visions and the culmination of God’s plan.