The Bible transcends the simplistic definition of "basic instruction before leaving earth." It centers on a "KING, HIS KINGDOM & HIS ROYAL PRIESTHOOD," exploring themes like the "Fall of Man," the "Way of Salvation," and God's overarching "Purpose and Plan in the Ages." The narrative unfolds through four key figures: God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit, and the Devil, alongside three realms—Heaven, Earth, and Hell—and three groups of people: the Jew, the Church, and the Nations. Scriptural texts were revealed gradually, using Egyptian and Greek scrolls, as Rome's Bible society contributed to Western civilization. Over 1600 years, from B.C. 1492 to A.D. 100, prophets inspired by the Holy Spirit authored the 66 books—39 in the Old Testament and 27 in the New Testament—drawing from diverse backgrounds. These included learned figures like Moses, David, and Solomon, as well as common individuals like Amos, Matthew, and fishermen Peter, James, and John. Written in various locations—from the Wilderness of Sinai to the dungeons of Rome—the Bible's compilation is unique. It is not merely a collection of historical facts, myths, or religious speculations; rather, it embodies a profound "CONCEPT" of revelation and doctrine.
Rev. Anthony Martin Libri
