The Recognition of the Biblical Writings

74 Pages·2011·1.22 MB·English

by  Bret Hicks

Canonization

The Recognition of the Biblical Writings
What is the Canon of
Scripture?
What is the ‘Canon’ of Scripture?

The canon of Scripture is the
list of books that have been
recognized as being inspired
by God and which therefore

belong in the Bible.

Why is the Canon Important?

2 Do not add to what I
command you and do not
subtract from it, but keep
the commands of the
LORD your God that I
give you.

Deuteronomy 4:2
Why is the Canon Important?

5 Every word of God is
flawless; he is a shield to
those who take refuge in
him. 6 Do not add to his
words, or he will rebuke
you and prove you a liar.

Proverbs 30:5-6
Key Questions

•  Which books belong in
the Old Testament?

•  Which books belong in
the New Testament?

•  Who decided these
questions?

•  What criteria were used?
The Old Testament
Canon
The Writings of
Moses
God’s Written & Binding Covenant

7 Then he took the Book
of the Covenant and read
it to the people. They
responded, "We will do
everything the LORD has
said; we will obey."

Exodus 24:7