Hebrews

Overview of the Book The epistle to the Hebrews has a unique place among the New Testament writings.  H.E. Dana1 states (quoting Origen, one of the early Church fathers) that…

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Zechariah

Introduction and the Context of the Book Zechariah, the son of Berekiah and grandson of Iddo, began his ministry as a priest in Jerusalem (Zechariah1:1).  Nehemiah (Nehemiah 12:16) identified him…

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Haggai

Introduction, Context, and Historical Setting of the Book According to the Old Testament arrangement of the Bible, the last three books, that is, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi, are characterized as…

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Amos

Introduction and Context The book of Amos depicts God as Sovereign and the righteous judge of all.    God blessed Israel, bringing them under His grace and covenant-relationship.  However, they…

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Daniel

Overview of the Book The book of Daniel is one of the most challenging books in the Bible.  The contents of the book include history, personal life experiences of Daniel…

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Isaiah

General Introduction of the Prophetical Books The division known as ‘the Prophetical Books’ in the Old Testament begins with the book of Isaiah.  There are 17 books under this division…

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Psalms

Overview of the Book Poetry and songs played a major role in the spiritual formation of the children of Israel during the Old Testament time period.  The book of Psalms…

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Job

Overview of the Book The book of Job is the third book under the division of Ketuvim (The Writings) according to Hebrew Scripture, and the first book under the division…

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Esther

Context of the Book According to Biblical history, the Northern Kingdom (known as Israel), fell into the hands of Assyrians [c.  722 BC] during the reign of King Hoshea due…

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