Bible Studies
Comprehensive study of the Bible, including its structure, historical context, interpretation methods, and contemporary relevance.
Old Testament
The Hebrew Bible and its historical, literary, and theological significance.
Structure
- Torah (Pentateuch)
- Nevi'im (Prophets)
- Ketuvim (Writings)
- Apocrypha/Deuterocanonical books
Historical Context
- Ancient Near Eastern context
- Israelite history
- Babylonian exile
- Second Temple period
Interpretation Methods
- Historical-critical method
- Literary analysis
- Canonical criticism
- Jewish interpretation
Key Themes
- Covenant
- Creation
- Exodus
- Prophecy
- Wisdom literature
Available Resources
Primary Sources
- Dead Sea Scrolls
- Septuagint manuscripts
- Masoretic Text
- Ancient translations
Secondary Sources
- Biblical commentaries
- Historical studies
- Archaeological reports
- Theological works
Multimedia
- Digital manuscripts
- Archaeological sites
- Documentary films
- Interactive timelines
New Testament
The Christian scriptures and their historical, theological, and cultural impact.
Structure
- Gospels
- Acts of the Apostles
- Pauline letters
- General epistles
- Revelation
Historical Context
- Roman Empire
- Early Christianity
- Jewish context
- Greco-Roman culture
Interpretation Methods
- Form criticism
- Redaction criticism
- Narrative criticism
- Social-scientific criticism
Key Themes
- Kingdom of God
- Christology
- Salvation
- Church
- Eschatology
Available Resources
Primary Sources
- Early manuscripts
- Patristic writings
- Ancient translations
- Archaeological evidence
Secondary Sources
- New Testament studies
- Historical research
- Theological works
- Cultural studies
Multimedia
- Digital archives
- Virtual tours
- Documentary films
- Interactive resources
Biblical Interpretation
Methods and approaches to understanding and interpreting biblical texts.
Structure
- Historical approaches
- Literary approaches
- Theological approaches
- Contemporary methods
Historical Context
- Ancient interpretation
- Medieval exegesis
- Reformation period
- Modern scholarship
Interpretation Methods
- Textual criticism
- Source criticism
- Form criticism
- Rhetorical criticism
Key Themes
- Hermeneutics
- Exegesis
- Biblical theology
- Contextual interpretation
Available Resources
Primary Sources
- Ancient commentaries
- Historical documents
- Manuscript evidence
- Archaeological findings
Secondary Sources
- Methodological studies
- Historical analyses
- Theological works
- Contemporary research
Multimedia
- Digital libraries
- Online courses
- Documentary films
- Interactive tools