{"id":41972,"date":"2019-09-30T00:26:26","date_gmt":"2019-09-29T21:26:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wingulamashahidi.org\/?p=41972"},"modified":"2025-03-30T08:46:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-30T05:46:48","slug":"what-is-the-bible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wingulamashahidi.org\/en\/2019\/09\/30\/what-is-the-bible\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Bible?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Bible<\/strong> is the inspired Word of God, a collection of sacred books that reveal His plan for humanity. The name Bible<\/em> comes from the Greek word Biblia<\/em>, meaning “books.” A single book is called Biblion<\/em>, but when referring to multiple books, the term Biblia<\/em> is used.<\/p>\n

It is not just an ordinary book\u2014it is the divine revelation of God’s will, character, and redemptive plan for mankind. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NKJV)<\/strong> affirms this:<\/p>\n

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“All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.”<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Who Wrote the Bible?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Bible was written over a span of approximately 1,500 years<\/strong> by more than 40 authors<\/strong> from different backgrounds, including kings (David, Solomon), prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah), doctors (Luke), fishermen (Peter, John), and tax collectors (Matthew). Despite their differences in time, culture, and profession, their writings carry a unified message\u2014God\u2019s love and plan for salvation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Though human hands penned the words, the Holy Spirit inspired them<\/strong>, ensuring that every message was according to God’s will (2 Peter 1:20-21, NKJV).<\/p>\n

The Structure of the Bible<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The Bible is divided into two main parts<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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    The Old Testament (39 books)<\/strong> \u2013 Also known as the First Covenant, it details creation, the history of Israel, God’s laws, and prophecies about the coming Messiah. It includes:<\/p>\n