Understanding the Bible

What is one of the main reasons the Bible is considered influential?

• It was the first book ever printed.

• It explores big questions about existence.

• It was written in multiple languages.

• It contains scientific facts.

What is the Bible described as?

• A book of laws and regulations.

• A small library of books from ancient Israel.

• A collection of modern stories.

• A single book written by one author.

Who were the individuals that viewed Israel's story as extraordinary?

• Kings

• Priests

• Prophets

• Warriors

What does the 'T' in TaNaK stand for?

• Tradition

• Torah

• Testament

• Temple

What type of books are included in the 'K' section of the TaNaK?

• Prophetic books

• Law books

• Poetic and wisdom books

• Historical books

What was debated about the other Jewish writings produced during the Second Temple period?

• Their length

• Their inclusion in the Scriptures

• Their authorship

• Their language

What is the central theme of the epic story told by the Bible?

• The creation of the world

• The rise and fall of empires

• The history of ancient civilizations

• God bringing order and beauty out of chaos

Who claimed to carry the TaNaK story forward?

• Moses

• Jesus of Nazareth

• David

• Solomon

What did Jesus' followers claim after his death?

• He wrote new scriptures.

• He was alive from the dead.

• He built a new temple.

• He was a great prophet.

What are the new literary works about Jesus called?

• The Epistles

• The Gospel

• The Psalms

• The Torah