The book of Isaiah is the first of the final seventeen books of the Old Testament known as the prophetic books. These books were written by men whom God called upon to be His spokesmen in warning the people in times of crisis and distress. They were responsible for rebuking Israel for their past sins, … Read more…
No longer does the singer of yesteryear have to wonder “who wrote the book of love?” because the book answers it itself. “The song of songs, which is Solomon’s” (Song of Solomon 1:1). No more fitting description can be given to this book because love is the very core of it. Solomon presents as the … Read more…
The word “Ecclesiastes” refers to “one who speaks publicly in an assembly” (Smith’s Bible Dictionary). That is the way the writer of this book presents himself: “The words of the Preacher…” (Ecclesiastes 1:1a). In it, the writer sets out to contrast the infinite wisdom of God with the comparable foolishness of man. In the end, … Read more…
The “book of Proverbs” is not a name but rather a description, for that is what it holds. It is a book comprised of divinely inspired proverbs intended for men’s benefit by revealing wisdom of heavenly origin. The word “proverb” is defined by Britannica World Language Dictionary as, “A pithy saying, especially one that condenses … Read more…
This book, simply titled in most Bibles as “The Book of Psalms,” is, without question or doubt, the longest book in the Bible. Its 150 chapters, 2,401 verses, and 43,743 words are unmatched in Divine writ. But with that prominence is the fact that it is possibly the most often quoted book of the Old … Read more…
The book of Job is one of the most widely contemplated books of the Bible because of its central theme of which most in the world interestingly pursue. The question of human suffering is as old as man himself. And while all answers can obviously not be answered, this record of Job’s life can satisfy … Read more…
The definition Webster’s gives the word consistent is “holding to the same principles or practice.” It is usually easy to spot an inconsistency. Modern media has made a living around election times pointing out inconsistent candidates or primary officials. Often blaring inconsistencies are laughed to scorn on late night television and other comedy shows. Some … Read more…
The book of Esther is unlike any other book of the Bible. Yes, it is just as inspired as the others; yes, it is just as true as the others; and yes, it is just as important as the others. However, in its ten chapters comprised of 167 verses, never once is the name of … Read more…
In the early and ancient times of which are considered in the Old Testament, cities had one main worry concerning security. Bombs, missiles, paratroopers, and even catapults had not yet come into use for contemporary warfare, thus every city could easily be protected from invaders with a very secure and sturdy wall. If the wall … Read more…
The book of Ezra continues the chronological progression of the Old Testament that began all the way back in Genesis. Thus far has been recorded the creation of the universe and man in it, the beginning of Israel and their bondage in Egypt, Israel’s exodus from Egypt and eventual forty year wandering in the Sinai … Read more…