A Chronological View of Biblical Literature
The timeline is organized into four key eras. Each section provides a summary of major developments, prominent figures, scriptural context, and related media to deepen understanding.
Creation to the Flood
Covers early Genesis narratives, including creation stories, early humanity, and the global flood.
Key Figures
Adam, Eve, Cain, Abel, Noah
The Flood to Exodus
Focuses on the post-flood genealogy, the early patriarchs, and the development of the earliest civilizations.
Key Figures
Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph
Exodus to Christ
Chronicles the formation of Israel through the period of the monarchy, and from the fall of Jerusalem to the time of Christ. Here we see Israel against the backdrop of the great civilizations of ancient times: Hurrians and Hittites, Assyria, Babylon, Persia, Greece, and Rome
Key Figures
Moses, Joshua, David, Solomon, the kings and prophets of Israel and Judah
The Time of Christ
Provides the historical background to the time of Christ, from Pompei’s conquest of Judea and Samaria in 69 BC through the Jewish Revolt of 70 AD.
Key Figures
Jesus, the disciples, Paul