The Bible is full of dreams, visions and fantastic images. How should the modern reader understand these apocalyptic writings? Read more to find out. Apocalyptic Writing The word “apocalyptic” comes from a Greek word, “apokalypsis,” meaning revealing or unveiling. In the Bible, Daniel in the Old Testament and Revelation in… Read More

In the Old Testament Jacob’s descendents grew into the nation of Israel, God’s chosen people who lived in covenant with him. Read more about the origin and history of this nation. The Name. The Hebrew word for “Israel” means “one who wrestles with God” or “May God join in… Read More

This step-by-step tool guides you through effectively studying the Bible on your own. Helpful Tips for Reading the Bible Reading the Bible is one way to learn about God and what God wants from us. When we read the Bible, we read about a specific… Read More

Use this Bible-reading guide to encounter Scripture in three new ways: by asking questions, and by considering the social and historical context of the text. Check out our online guide now. Reading any document, even the Bible, can often become routine. And reading the Bible in the same… Read More

Does reading the Bible intimidate you? This article will help you effectively use the tools on this site to engage and understand God’s Word. Because the Bible is a collection of many books, it may be hard to know just where to start. And because events in the… Read More