1
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“the inspired written record of God’s revelation to humankind”
“God breathed”
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Bible
2
Q
“process by which a group of writings becomes recognized as inspired/authoritative”
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canonization(canon-list)
3
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First 5 books (AKA Torah or Pentateuch)
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Law (400 B.C.)
4
Q
Divisions of OT (former/latter) Prophets (200 B.C.)
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poetry, narrative, wisdom
5
Q
Divisions of OT: Writings A.D. 90 incld.-
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poetry, wisdom, literature
6
Q
(2) Languages of OT-
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Hebrew, Aramaic (similar semitic; Ester Daniel), Mascretes (A.D. 500; added vowels)
7
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(5) Themes of the OT:
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God and human beings, Fidelity/Infidelity, Promise and fulfillment(hope), Sin and consequences +Restoration, Justice and mercy
