Over the years, different Christian and other denominations have tried to set forth a timeline of the Bible. Or, at least a timeline of biblical events. Now, there are several new Biblical Timeline websites which provide timelines for a number of different historic events as reported in what is often called the word of god.
Some of which include the original Creation myth, the first event noted in the Bible. Now, as to whether this is an accurate, or the only account of the initial creation of the world has yet to be proved. Still, it is noted that this event took place at the beginning of time as officially known.
Following the fall of man, the birth of Isaac and the destruction of Sodom somewhat take precedent, that is after we learn all the family connections from the beginning of time. The sacrifice of Isaac, Abraham's first born son is often the most notable story of this time.
If there could be anything more violent than killing a first born son, then Cain killing Abel and Noah arriving on the scene are most likely the next two dramatic stories in the Old Testament. The violence of the sacrifice and the killing of Abel are often overshadowed by scriptures which have, and continue to provide a source for the unkind to create acts of bigotry and hatred among others in our day.
As the Old Testament is often used in these timetables, the stories generally relate to the beginning of time rather than the end. For, in all honesty, without knowing the ultimate truth of how time began, one can not know how it will end either on a personal or religious level. For, while some see a second coming of Christ to take those whom have accepted Jesus as Savior to an eternal home, others believe the son of God has already returned. Whereas, others have no belief in a God, Savior or afterlife.
When it comes to lessons surrounding suffering and faith, it is reported that the story of Job and his lack of faith and suffering arrived on the scene sometime between 2100 BC and 2500 BC along with the building of the tower of Babel. In 2091, it is reported that God sent Abraham to Egypt which later resulted in the famine in Canaan.
A lot can be learned from these and other biblical timelines. Whether an individual is a believer or otherwise, there are a number of benefits to reading the Bible. For, only when one has the information and facts presented by one side can the other side then prove or disprove the existence thereof. As such, these timelines can prove useful for believers and non-believers alike.
For Christians, Jews, Muslims, Pagans and others who see the Bible as the Divine Word of God or as a book of history, these timelines along with scripture references can provide some great insight into historical events mentioned in the Bible. As to whether or not the many folktales and myths like Noah and the Ark or Jonah and the Whale are real or only imagined, it is still an interesting trip through history.
Some of which include the original Creation myth, the first event noted in the Bible. Now, as to whether this is an accurate, or the only account of the initial creation of the world has yet to be proved. Still, it is noted that this event took place at the beginning of time as officially known.
Following the fall of man, the birth of Isaac and the destruction of Sodom somewhat take precedent, that is after we learn all the family connections from the beginning of time. The sacrifice of Isaac, Abraham's first born son is often the most notable story of this time.
If there could be anything more violent than killing a first born son, then Cain killing Abel and Noah arriving on the scene are most likely the next two dramatic stories in the Old Testament. The violence of the sacrifice and the killing of Abel are often overshadowed by scriptures which have, and continue to provide a source for the unkind to create acts of bigotry and hatred among others in our day.
As the Old Testament is often used in these timetables, the stories generally relate to the beginning of time rather than the end. For, in all honesty, without knowing the ultimate truth of how time began, one can not know how it will end either on a personal or religious level. For, while some see a second coming of Christ to take those whom have accepted Jesus as Savior to an eternal home, others believe the son of God has already returned. Whereas, others have no belief in a God, Savior or afterlife.
When it comes to lessons surrounding suffering and faith, it is reported that the story of Job and his lack of faith and suffering arrived on the scene sometime between 2100 BC and 2500 BC along with the building of the tower of Babel. In 2091, it is reported that God sent Abraham to Egypt which later resulted in the famine in Canaan.
A lot can be learned from these and other biblical timelines. Whether an individual is a believer or otherwise, there are a number of benefits to reading the Bible. For, only when one has the information and facts presented by one side can the other side then prove or disprove the existence thereof. As such, these timelines can prove useful for believers and non-believers alike.
For Christians, Jews, Muslims, Pagans and others who see the Bible as the Divine Word of God or as a book of history, these timelines along with scripture references can provide some great insight into historical events mentioned in the Bible. As to whether or not the many folktales and myths like Noah and the Ark or Jonah and the Whale are real or only imagined, it is still an interesting trip through history.
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