Bible dictionary for children
Old Testament
The Old Testament is the earlier collection of Scriptures in the Christian Bible.
In simple words
What does it mean?
The Old Testament is the earlier collection of Scriptures in the Christian Bible. It includes law, history, poetry and prophecy, and overlaps with the Jewish Scriptures.
Talk about it
Why might knowing an earlier part of a story help with a later part?
An example from the Bible
Luke records Jesus speaking about the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms. These writings helped his followers understand his story.
Read Luke 24:44 ↗A little more to explore
Bible context & readings +
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Related reading: Luke 24:44
He said to them, “This is what I told you while I was still with you, that all things which are written in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms concerning me must be fulfilled.”Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.
