This chart shows scientific facts and principles referred to in this ancient bible, but not actually discovered by humankind until later centuries. When it made this statement, no one knew how vast the numbers of stars were as only about 1,100 were observable. Bible interesting and unusual facts about the bible by robert gunn pdf download. The bible is a fascinating book on many levels, but the most important of all bible facts is its claim to be divinely inspired by god. Dec 27, 2017 fun facts about the book of romans december 27, 2017 december 23, 2017 by atozmom, posted in bsf romans romans quotes the old testament more than any other new testament book, 57 times. Dont forget to read our teaching on bible history, for a more indepth study. Surprising facts you never knew about the bible readers digest. These powerful videos will deliver the history, narrative and impact of the bible straight to your inbox every monday. Five wondrous facts about john you may have never heard. Strange bible facts this article contains a free bible study resource on the subject of strange bible facts. Interesting facts about esther barnes bible charts meaning. It is a narrative story as well as a collection of oracles, prophecies, and even a parable. While it took over 1,000 years to write the old testament, the new testament. Ruth is one of the wellknown biblical figures, the woman who came from a humble background to a status of great wealth.
Buttons like those shown above are at the top and bottom of each section to allow you to switch between sections. It brings up points that you may not think of if you are just reading the scriptures directly, and makes some confusing parts such as battles easier to understand with the drawings and timelines. A greek word meaning origin, source, generation, or beginning. It is merely a resource center for factual information on the bible. Know your bible is a concise, easytounderstand guide to gods wordgiving you a helpful and memorable overview of all 66 books. On the surface, it appears to be a story about survival, prejudice, and politics. May 29, 20 here are 5 wondrous facts about john that you may have never heard. The scriptures used in some interesting facts about the bible have been taken from the king james version of the bible. Today is the largest seller of all books published. Scientific foreknowledge in the bible bible charts. Judges is used to identify this book because it talks about the judges that ruled over the jewish people during this period of time. Sabbath school study hour helping you get the most out of your sabbath school quarterly every week.
It is believed that the word came from the ancient city of byblos, which dominantly supplied paper products in ancient times. Although some wish this were one of the interesting bible facts, its really just a misprint in the book of ruth, reading she went into the city rather than he went into the city. Interesting facts about ecclesiastes barnes bible charts. In addition to the incredible infographics found throughout, you and your kids will love playing a bible timeline board game that folds out from the middle of the book. The funniest bible verses you have to read to believe. As in past years, this study guide focuses on leading each student through the book of the bible we are studying. The term bible is derived from the greek word biblia, which means scroll or book. We hope that you will find some of the following funny bible facts interesting and their are some little known pieces of trivia which may surprise you. The entire bible divided into chapters and verses first appeared in the geneva bible of. The awesome book of bible facts by sandy silverthorne. Remarkable bible facts by h mobile king james bible 2.
The providence of god is abundant throughout the book. The most astonishing facts youve never been told is an educational juggernaut that relies solely on the holy bible to reveal hundreds of scriptural facts that many people of all persuasions simply dont know. The bible is not a single work but a collection of works from a wide variety of authors, such as shepherds, kings, farmers, priests, poets, scribes, and fisherman. Some interesting facts about the bible introduction. But for those who know the larger story of the bible, gods hidden hand can be discerned in these events, working to protect and preserve israel. The book of isaiah is one of the most important books in the old testament. Avaliable format in pdf, epub, mobi, kindle, e book and audiobook. However, it is agreed upon by many people in the conservative circles that king david was the major source and collector of psalms. Now we know that there are scientific facts in the bible 7 scientific 4301 10. Below is a list of the top 10 bizarre facts about the bible and christianity. Book minute museum of the bible museum of the bible.
The book of psalms is undoubtedly the most frequently read and quoted part of the bible. Packed with features like 25 facts about music and poetry and 35 facts about ancient rulers, and dozens more on palaces, beauty, gardens, fashion, and other aspects of life during biblical times, 1,000 facts about the bible is an engaging and kidfriendly take on the history, archeological discoveries, and stories of the bible. Fast facts about the bible the old testament facts. The bible is estimated to have been written between 1450 b.
According to tradition, it is moses who authored the book, although this remains speculation. Strange fact ten the first book of the bible features a serpent tempting eve. Strange bible facts our bible study section on strange bible facts and trivia provides some interesting and unusual facts and trivia about the bible. It is a collection of 150 lyric poems written by several different authors. Chapters and verses were later added to these books of the bible to make it easier to find specific statements in scripture.
Their confidence and desire will grow as they learn. Authorship is ascribed to john, but little else is. Many believe that the bible was written over 1,300 years ago in presentday israel, palestine, egypt and other parts of the roman. Chiefs, and churches, and provinces are in this book. Jesus had four brothers and several unnamed sisters mentioned in the gospels and other sources and the church has attempted to discredit this theory ever since the bible existed source 18. Amazing facts 247 television station featuring the best in bible study streamed lived and ondemand. Swearing on the bible, is against the bible source 17. The bible, they say, was not written for scientific purposes, and is therefore no authority in matters of science.
Facts and faith in biblical history society of biblical literature. The bible the bible is divided into two sections with a total of 66 books. Interesting and unusual facts about the bible by robert gunn. Jul 30, 2006 unlike some of the other letters paul wrote to the churches, the letter to the church in ephesus was not written to confront heresy or problems in the church. Some interesting facts about the bible woodbine church of christ.
The books of law were written by moses and are referred to as the book of moses in 2 chronicles. Jul 22, 2014 the books of the bible are divided into old testament before the birth of jesus and new testament the life of jesus. We hope that you will find some of the following strange bible facts interesting and their are some little known pieces of trivia which may surprise you. Discover hundreds of amazing facts about the people. Altogether, 66 books present the books of the bible. What would you think of an historian who should refuse to consult historical records of the bible, because the bible was not written for the purposes of history. In contrast, the catholic and orthodox churches base their beliefs on church tradition as well as the bible, and so besides the great schism. The prophet habakkuk wrote it between 612 bc and 589 bc before the fall of judah. These men wrote this scripture as they were given inspiration by god.
Amazing bible facts ultimate bible reference library. He makes man as his regent, but after man commits the original. Bible bowl can be so much fun if you get involved in studying gods word. Interesting facts about jeremiah biblical facts and. The book minute spend a minute with one of the bestselling books of all time with the book from museum of the bible. The old testament books are divided into five groups. Surprising facts you never knew about the bible readers. Whether you know your scriptures chapter and verse or you rarely take a peek at the good book, weve got interesting bible facts for you. The entire bible divided into chapters and verses first appeared in the geneva bible of 1560. An interesting collection of littleknown bible facts. The book of revelation is the final book of the bible, an example of apocalyptic literature that predicts a final celestial war through prophecy.
If youd like to learn how to study the bible in these. However, the bible does not contain two books only. Some very important facts for the study of the book of acts and its relation to the other books of the bible tweet to comply with the decisions made by the state of wisconsin, our offices are temporarily closed until further notice. A bible in the university of gottingen is written on 2,470 palm leaves. Dead sea scrolls, historical documentation, and word of mouth all confirm the authenticity of the bible. With a total of 66 books and thousands of years of history, people know most about the bible and christianity. Why not take that challenge and look into its contents and see for yourself whether it is just another book, albeit the worlds bestselling one, or if it really was written by the god who created the universe. The 66 books of the bible are divided into 1,189 chapters consisting of. The book of ruth in the hebrew bible has the elements of a love story, but it also teaches us about important genealogy as. Some very important facts for the study of the book of. Looking for some quick facts about the bible itself. Funny bible facts this article contains a free bible study resource on the subject of funny bible facts. The book of habakkuk brings history and oracle together, like many other books in the old testament. Some interesting facts about the bible is divided into three parts.
There is a book called kivera negust which contains the law of the whole of ethiopia, and the names of the shs i. This article concentrates on interesting bible facts. It is the first book of the hebrew bible and the christian bible. Check this list of interesting and littleknown bible historical facts and trivia. Just like samson, our interesting bible facts are sure to bring the house down. One of the weird and interesting facts about the bible is that it is the bestselling, yet the most shoplifted book in the whole world. The following list is not designed to discuss doctrine, or provide indepth teaching. Getting to know some interesting facts about the bible is a good way to start off with bible reading. The books of the bible are divided into old testament before the birth of jesus and new testament the life of jesus. The new testament was written in greek, the commonlyspoken language of the time. The last book of bible refers to the serpent as satan.
Bible trivia, and fun facts baker publishing group. The bible contains 66 books 39 books in the old testament and 27 books in the new testament. The 66 books of the bible are divided into 1,189 chapters consisting of 31,173 verses. Feb 23, 2014 4 amazing facts of king james bible that you might never know. The holy bible is the most important book in christianity and it tells us all about life such as how to deal with problems in everyday living, true faith, motivation, love, depression, and. These colorful creations visually depict the key concepts, important people, and most unusual facts from the bible in a new and exciting way. The story of esther turns on a series of seeming coincidences. According to statistics from wycliffe international, the society of. Paul had spent years ministering among the ephesians. According to one author, god killed about 25 million people in the bible. It starts with gods creation of the heaven and earth as well as the first man and woman.
An interesting observation about the first part of the bible called the old. These are some interesting bible facts to take note of. Titles from our amazing facts bible study guides can be read online for free and even printed off for sharing and study. Read or download 365 fun facts about the bible 365 perpetual calendars book by. However, along the lines of history, some facts get obscured or buried, yet still remain interesting. Nathan in 1488 and the new testament by robert stephanus in 1551. Click on the links to read the kjv bible, and hear stephen johnston via realaudio. Utilizing an easytounderstand questionandanswer format and sprinkled with amazing facts, this unique resource will boldly peel away the layers of confusion, revealing the bibles beautiful hidden truth. The book of haggai has the combination of prophetic oracle and narrative history. The full bible has been translated into 532 languages. The book was written by the prophet haggai about 520 bc and is one of the shortest books in the old testament, having only two chapters. Basic facts basic facts about the bible about the bible camp hill. Instead, paul simply wanted to strengthen and encourage the churches in the area. The bible claimed that there are billions of stars host of heaven is the biblical term for the stars.