When was the bible made?
Answer: God wrote the Bible over many, many years, a long time ago; long before computers, cars, and even before books. The people who wrote down God’s words used scrolls of paper made from papyrus leaves and animal skin.
They wrote it over a period of 1,500 years, from the time of Moses to the apostle John. Even though the Bible was written hundreds of years before we were born, it is still up-to-date.
When we read the stories and understand what God is saying, we learn how we should live today.
Key verses: Long ago God spoke in many different ways to our fathers. He spoke through the prophets in visions, dreams, and even face to face. Little by little he told them about his plans.
But now in these days, he has spoken to us through his Son. He has given his Son everything. Through his Son he made the world and everything there is. (Hebrews 1:1-2)
Related verses: 2 Peter 1:16-21
Related questions: Why didn’t Jesus write the Bible for us? Why did God get Moses to write part of the Bible? Why did Moses only write five Bible books?
How many people wrote the bible?
Answer: God used many people to write the Bible. Moses, King David, and the apostle Paul wrote a lot. God also used prophets to write down his words-Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel, to name a few.
We also know that God used many different kinds of people-old, young, kings, apostles – with many different backgrounds and personalities.
God used a lot of people to write the Bible because the events described in it took place over many, many years.
Key verses: No prophecy in the Bible was thought up by the prophet himself. The Holy Spirit within these godly men gave them true messages from God. (2 Peter 1:20-21)
Related verses: Jeremiah 36:2; Hebrews 1:1; 2 Peter 3:16
Related question: Why did God get so many people to write the Bible?