Biblical Survey: Understanding the Old and New Testaments

Understanding the vast narrative of the Bible can feel overwhelming without a clear roadmap. This course provides a structured path through the historical, cultural, and theological landscape of both the Old and New Testaments. By reading our comprehensive written guides, you will develop a cohesive framework of biblical history, tracing major themes from creation and the early covenants through the life of Jesus and the growth of the early church. You will learn to analyze different literary genres in scripture and apply modern contextual tools to enrich your study. What you'll learn: - Understand the overarching historical timeline of the Old and New Testaments. - Analyze the major covenants, theological themes, and historical contexts of scripture. - Trace the development of biblical literature from ancient poetry and prophecy to gospel narratives and epistles. - Apply modern literary and historical-cultural context methods to interpret texts accurately. - Identify key figures, events, and transitions that shape the biblical narrative. - Practice structured reading techniques to deepen your personal study and reflection. The course begins with foundational concepts of biblical structure, translation history, and basic interpretation methods. You will then progress chronologically through the Hebrew Scriptures and the Christian Greek Scriptures, examining how individual books fit into the grand narrative. This course is designed for beginners, aspiring study leaders, and anyone seeking a clearer understanding of biblical history, with no prior theological training required. Start your journey through the scriptures today and build a lasting foundation for biblical study.