1. Exodus and Noah and the Ark.
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.
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. Contains the stories of David and Goliath and Hanukkah.
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 – 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 – 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 – 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.