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The Pentateuch = 5 part writing The Torah, The Law and the Book of Moses

The Pentateuch = 5 part writing The Torah, The Law and the Book of Moses. Genesis , Exodus , Leviticus , Numbers , Deuteronomy The first 5 books of the Hebrew Bible, containing the beginning of the Hebrews Salvation History . Compiled: 1225 BCE by 4 main authors.

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The Pentateuch = 5 part writing The Torah, The Law and the Book of Moses

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  1. The Pentateuch = 5 part writingThe Torah, The Law and the Book of Moses Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy The first 5 books of the Hebrew Bible, containing the beginning of the Hebrews Salvation History. Compiled: 1225 BCE by 4 main authors. Lessons- God loves the human race and wants to be in relationship with us. - God is “Adonai”. God is Creator, God Provides and Forgives Contains the Creation narratives, the stories of the Exodus and Noah and the Ark.

  2. THE HISTORICAL BOOKS Joshua – 2Maccabees • Teach about what historical events mean viewed from a faith perspective. • Teach our sacred history, revealing God’s message to us and the purpose for our lives. Compiled – 1250-161 BCE by 2 groups of authors. Lessons – God is involved with and cares about human experience. - People are happiest when they follow God’s laws. - All humans search for the meaning of life. Contains the stories of David and Goliath and Hanukkah.

  3. THE WISDOM AND POETRY BOOKS Job – Ecclesiastiucus • Focus on the Hebrews unique perception of wisdom. • Contain much poetic language, all written for the enjoyment of the reader. Compiled – 700-181 BCE by many authors. Lessons – The seach for life’s meaning is good. - Goodness is rewarded and evil punished. - Life lessons are found in everyday living. Contains the Psalms and Proverbs

  4. THE PROPHETS Isaiah – Malachi • Prophets were people who challenged the Israelites to remain faithful the Covenant. • They were called by God to give guidance to the POG especially in times of crisis. Compiled – 743-455 BCE by many authors. Lessons – Act justly - Avoid idolatry - Explore God’s never ending love and mercy. - Promises hope for the future. Contains the story of Jonah and the Whale.

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