Samuel
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Fascinating insight into the book of 1 Samuel
MEANING: Samuel’s Name and SignificanceSamuel’s name means “The name of God.”His name is also associated with meanings like “Heard of God” or “Asked of God.”AUTHORSHIP: Samuel’s Contribution to the Bible TIME WRITTEN: Written shortly before Samuel’s death in 1015 B.C. POSITION IN THE BIBLE: 1 Samuel in Context 1 SAMUEL: Key Stats OBSERVATIONS ABOUT 1 Continue reading
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Fascinating insights into the book of Judges.
Background: After Joshua’s death, Israel lacked a strong central government. Israel formed a confederacy of 12 independent tribes or states. Following a seven-year conquest, Israel settled into five regions.Challenges Faced by Israel: Period of the Judges: Lasted about 300-350 years. Included cumulative periods of oppressions and rest in the land.Judges Listed in the Book of Continue reading
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Understanding the significance of Historical books.
List of 12 Historical Books in the Bible: Overview of Joshua: After Moses’ death, leadership passed to Joshua. In chapter 1, God assured Joshua of His promises and protection, just as He did for the Israelites through Moses. The crossing of the Jordan River marked the continuation of God’s covenant with the people under Joshua’s Continue reading
Faith & Reason Nexus 