Bible History

The Bible is the history book of the universe. It provides an accurate account of historical events that serve as a foundation and a framework for understanding, dating, and interpreting secular history and historical science.

Seven C’s of the Bible

Most people look at the Bible as a book that contains many interesting stories and theological teaching. While this is true, the Bible is so much more—it’s a history book that reveals the major events of history that are foundational to the Bible’s important messages.

Chronology of Ancient Civilizations

Nothing in ancient history (when properly understood) can possibly conflict with biblical history. As archaeologists continue to make exciting new discoveries, we have nothing to worry about. God’s eyewitness record is 100% true and reliable, the only sure starting point for studying the timeline of human history.

The Biblical Timescale

The Bible provides us with a timescale for history. Although not measured by means of atomic clocks, the several dates and facts underlay a proper understanding of the Bible.

Josephus and Biblical History

Josephus is an eminently important and helpful source for gathering details about New Testament times, but Christians should be careful not to read him as an apologist for Christianity or to rely upon him too heavily. Nor should they be ignorant of his bias in favor of Judaism.

Articles About Bible History

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Native Americans and Noah

Nov. 23, 2025
Are Native Americans related to Noah?
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Three Dead Rulers, One Risen King

April 1, 2025 from Answers Magazine
At the center of Jesus’ trial and crucifixion stand three major political and religious rulers: Herod Antipas, Pontius Pilate, and Caiaphas the high priest.
Why Do We Have Leap Years?

Feb. 29, 2024
Every four years, we have an extra day at the end of February. But why?
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The History of the Universe

July 9, 2023 from Answers Magazine
God is writing his story on this whirling blue planet, placed in an absolutely huge universe, which is the stage you’d expect for a God-sized plan.
Tracking Time: Where Do We Get Our Calendar

Oct. 4, 2022
Understanding calendars from creation week to today
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The Big Four

July 31, 2022 from Answers Magazine
Four big debates rage in our world today. The foundational answers are in Genesis 1–11.
Daniel: Prophecy or Pseudonymous Forgery?

July 15, 2022
The book of Daniel contains strong evidence that it was composed around the time the events it describes happened.
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Dinosaurs in Eden

June 1, 2022 from Answers Magazine
Imagine dinosaurs living with people. It’s the only reasonable conclusion if the Bible is true.
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Life in the Borderland

Oct. 1, 2021 from Answers Magazine
While researching for the Creation Museum’s newest exhibit, the content writer discovered surprising parallels between life at the time of Christ and the culture today.
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Is Josephus Reliable?

Nov. 8, 2020 from Answers Magazine
One of the most-quoted resources about the world during Bible times is the first-century historian Josephus. But who was this man?
Adam or Noah: Who Is the "One Man" in Acts 17?

May 30, 2020 from Answers in Depth
Biblical scholar John Walton asserts Noah is the “one man” that Paul refers to in his address to the Athenians in Acts 17:26. But is he correct?
Dinosaurs On The Altar? Sacrificial Animals at the Ark Encounter

Dec. 21, 2019
What are the animals being sacrificed on the altar as depicted at the Ark Encounter (Kentucky) after Adam and Eve sin?
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Truth Everyone Can See

May 26, 2019 from Answers Magazine
Scripture is so hard to understand. How can anyone be sure they understand it correctly?
Moses Supposes—Fascinating New Documentary Defends Moses’ Authorship of the Book of Exodus

March 18, 2019
Did Moses write the Torah (also called the Pentateuch), the first five books of the Bible, including Exodus?
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Museum of the Bible

Nov. 1, 2017 from Answers Magazine
Just three blocks from the heart of DC, a new museum has risen that invites all people to take a closer look at the Bible.
What Were Early Post-Flood People Like?

April 5, 2017
Let’s take a look at some of the abilities of Roman men so we can get a better idea of the abilities God bestowed on Adam and his descendants.
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Needed Today: Hezekiah Reformers

July 3, 2016 from Answers Magazine
The next time you’re tempted to despair at the hopelessness of our modern church, consider Hezekiah. He faced similar challenges—and overcame them.
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Even Caesar Confirmed the Resurrection

June 5, 2016 from Answers Magazine
The Nazareth Inscription is a powerful piece of extrabiblical evidence that Christ’s Resurrection was already being proclaimed shortly after He was raised.
Are There 20 Commandments?

March 2, 2015
The Bible is inerrant, yet some have tried to state that the Bible erroneously records 20 commandments.
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Chronology Wars

Jan. 12, 2014 from Answers Magazine
Have you ever wondered how the early history of Egypt and other ancient nations fits within biblical history?
Editorials Debate Value of Sanitized Bible

March 3, 2012 from News to Know
Editorial discusses the supposed usefulness of a "sugarcoated" Bible.
Feedback Article
Historical Fiction

Feb. 3, 2012 from Feedback
Is it right to incorporate biblical history into fictional stories? Tim Chaffey, AiG–U.S., takes a look at this issue.
Magazine Department Article
God Rules, Even Over the Details

Feb. 6, 2011 from Answers Magazine
Lord, what area of my life today needs to be brought under your authority in full compliance to your Holy Word?
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Red Sea Parted “Naturally”?

Sept. 25, 2010
A recently reported study by meteorologist Carl Drews has suggested a way in which the waters of the Red Sea could have parted “naturally,” enabling the children of Israel, led by Moses, to cross as pharaoh’s army pursued (Exodus 14). Such an explanation might leave God with credit for the timing of the event, but little else.