A
Symbolic writing about end times and divine judgment, found in books like Daniel and Revelation.
Disputed or non-canonical biblical texts, accepted by some traditions but not others.
C
The officially accepted collection of books that comprise the Bible according to different Christian traditions.
Major division of biblical books, introduced in the 13th century to facilitate reference and study.
Study of the nature and work of Christ, including his divinity and humanity.
Scholarly explanation and interpretation of biblical passages, often verse by verse.
Alphabetical index of words and their biblical locations, useful for thematic studies.
Divine agreement between God and humans, establishing terms of relationship and blessing.
Related verses that illuminate or expand on the meaning of a specific passage.
D
Ancient manuscripts discovered near Qumran, providing valuable insights into biblical texts and Judaism.
Scattering of Jewish people beyond Israel, beginning with the Babylonian exile.
E
Formal letter, especially those in the New Testament written by apostles to early Christian communities.
Study of last things or end times, including death, judgment, and eternal life.
Ascetic Jewish sect, possibly connected to the Dead Sea Scroll community at Qumran.
Critical interpretation and explanation of biblical text using scholarly methods.
Babylonian captivity period when Jews were forcibly removed from their homeland.
F
New Testament completion or realization of Old Testament predictions and promises.
G
Record of family lineage and ancestry, important for establishing legal and messianic claims.
Account of Jesus' life and teachings, specifically the four canonical gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
H
Principles and methods of biblical interpretation and understanding.
I
Text showing original language with word-for-word translation directly beneath.
Text added by later scribes that was not part of the original manuscript.
Time between the Old and New Testaments, roughly 400 years of Jewish history.
L
Dictionary of biblical languages (Hebrew, Greek, Aramaic) with detailed word meanings.
M
Hand-written copies of biblical texts, crucial for understanding the transmission of scripture.
N
Story-telling portions of scripture that recount historical events and God's interactions with humanity.
P
Geographic region where most biblical events took place, also known as the Holy Land.
Allegorical story used to teach moral or spiritual lessons, especially in Jesus' teachings.
Similar or identical texts found in different biblical books that complement or reinforce each other.
A distinct section or passage of scripture with complete thematic unity.
Jewish religious group emphasizing strict observance of the law and oral traditions.
Divine revelation about future events or God's will, delivered through prophets.
Short saying expressing practical wisdom, especially from the Book of Proverbs.
Religious song or poem, especially from the Book of Psalms, used in worship and spiritual expression.
S
Jewish religious group, primarily priests, who accepted only written Torah and denied resurrection.
Jewish ruling council in Jerusalem during the Second Temple period.
Ancient Greek translation of Hebrew scriptures, widely used in the early Christian church.
Study of salvation, including its means, process, and eternal consequences.
Local Jewish place of worship and study, developed during the exile period.
Side-by-side comparison of similar gospel accounts to study their differences and similarities.
T
Central place of Jewish worship in Jerusalem, built by Solomon and later rebuilt.
Scholarly study of manuscript variations to determine the most accurate original text.
Old Testament events, people, or institutions that prefigure New Testament realities.
V
Different versions of the same passage found in various manuscripts.
Minor subdivision within chapters, introduced in the 16th century for more precise references.
Latin translation of the Bible by Jerome, used as the standard text in Western Christianity for centuries.