Summarize the key differences between the Old and New Testaments, and name books belonging to the Torah and…

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Summarize the key differences between the Old and New Testaments, and name books belonging to the Torah and lists of Major and Minor Prophets.

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27. (a) The Bible is divided into two major divisions. Name them and state the number of books in each.

27. (b) Explain two differences between the Old Testament and the New Testament.

(i) The Old Testament primarily details God's covenant with Israel, the Law, and prophecies of the Messiah, while the New Testament focuses on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ and the new covenant.
(ii) The Old Testament was written mostly in Hebrew over a long period before Christ, whereas the New Testament was written in Koine Greek within a century after Christ's ministry.

28. List three books of the Bible that make up the Torah (Pentateuch) in their correct order.

29. (a) Distinguish between Major Prophets and Minor Prophets as used in the classification of Old Testament books.

(i) The distinction is based on the length of their prophetic books, not their importance. Major Prophets have longer books.
(ii) Major Prophets' books contain more extensive prophecies and narratives, while Minor Prophets' books are generally shorter and more concise.

29. (b) Name one book written by a Major Prophet and one book written by a Minor Prophet.

30. (a) The New Testament contains the Epistles (Letters). Who wrote the majority of these letters?

30. (b) Name two Epistles written by the author mentioned in 30(a).

30. (c) What is the last book of the New Testament and what type of book is it?

Summarize the key differences between the Old and New Testaments, and name books belonging to the Torah and lists of Major and Minor Prophets.