Bible Study

Writer: The Book of Hosea is attributed to the prophet Hosea, the son of Beeri. Hosea was a prophet to the northern kingdom of Israel (also called Ephraim) during the 8th century B.C. His ministry likely spanned several decades, from approximately 755 to 715 B.C., during the reigns of kings…

Plague 1: Water Turned to Blood (Exodus 7:14-24) Gods Targeted: Apis (god of the Nile), Isis (goddess of the Nile), Khnum (guardian of the Nile), and Osiris (associated with the Nile as his bloodstream). Plague 2: Frogs (Exodus 8:1-15) God Targeted: Heqet (frog-headed goddess of birth). Plague 3: Gnats (Exodus…

The Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt: A Guide to the Top 100 Deities Ancient Egyptian religion was a complex tapestry of gods and goddesses, each with their own unique attributes, roles, and stories. The ancient Egyptians believed in a pantheon of deities that influenced every aspect of life and…

Writer: The Book of Daniel is traditionally attributed to Daniel, a Jewish exile in Babylon who is known for his wisdom and prophetic insights. Daniel is both a prophet and an advisor to Babylonian and Persian kings, and the book reflects his experiences and visions during the Babylonian Exile. Date…

Writer: The Book of Ezekiel is traditionally attributed to the prophet Ezekiel, a priest who lived during the Babylonian Exile. Ezekiel was both a prophet and a priest, and his prophecies are deeply intertwined with his religious and cultural background. Date of Writing: Ezekiel’s prophecies are generally dated to the…

Writer: The Book of Lamentations is traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah. The title of the book in Hebrew, “Eikhah,” which means “How,” reflects the lamenting nature of the text. While the tradition holds that Jeremiah wrote the book, some scholars debate this attribution, suggesting it might have been written…

Writer: The Book of Jeremiah is traditionally attributed to the prophet Jeremiah, son of Hilkiah. Jeremiah is a major prophet in the Old Testament and is known for his role in the final years of the Kingdom of Judah, just before and during the Babylonian Exile. Date of Writing: Jeremiah’s…

Writer: The Book of Isaiah is traditionally attributed to the prophet Isaiah, son of Amoz. Isaiah is one of the major prophets of the Old Testament and is known for his prophetic ministry in Judah during the 8th century B.C. His messages addressed both immediate concerns of his time and…

Writer: The traditional author of the Song of Solomon, also known as the Song of Songs, is King Solomon. The opening verse attributes the work to Solomon (Song of Solomon 1:1), who is known for his wisdom and for writing many songs (1 Kings 4:32). However, some scholars suggest that…

Writer: The traditional view is that King Solomon wrote the Book of Ecclesiastes. The author refers to himself as “the Teacher” or “Preacher” (Hebrew: Qoheleth), the son of David, king in Jerusalem (Ecclesiastes 1:1, 12). While Solomon is the most likely candidate, some scholars suggest that the book may have…