Introduction to Old Testament History 1. Why is the study of Old Testament History important? 2. The books of the Old Testament. 3. Bible history by periods. 1. Why is the study of Old Testament history important? a. It is important because the holy Scriptures are able to make us wise unto salvation (2 Tim. 3:15). When the apostle Paul wrote of the “holy Scriptures,” he was referring to the Old Testament Scriptures. b. The Old Testament is the background for the New Testament. From the Old Testament
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