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The Bible as literature is a library of diverse ancient texts. Its authors used sophisticated literary strategies to craft a story of immense power.
Women in the Bible did not just participate in history, many helped shape it. But their influence was often hidden behind patriarchal narratives until now.
The “I Am” statements of Jesus, as recorded in the Gospel of John, make reference to words, phrases, and images in the Old Testament.
While some have suggested Jesus is merely one example of a dying and rising god, a comparison of them shows Christ’s resurrection story is unique.
The Gospels record seven times that Jesus Christ spoke while enduring crucifixion. What did he say?
There are over 300 common sayings people use in everyday conversation that come from the Bible. Some have retained their meaning, while others have changed.
The Book of Enoch expands four cryptic verses of Genesis. It builds a world of rebellion, forbidden unions, and depraved giant offspring that corrupt humanity.
The story of the ravens feeding Elijah is unique among the examples of food from God in the Bible, yet it follows a familiar pattern.
