Jumia Books How We Got Our Bible

How We Got Our Bible

Missler’s book “How We Got Our Bible” provides a concise and accessible overview of the Bible’s origin, including:

• Old Testament: The Old Testament’s textual history spans over 1,000 years, from the original autographs to the final compilation of the Hebrew canon. Missler discusses the role of Jewish scribes, the Masoretic Text, and the Dead Sea Scrolls in preserving and transmitting the Old Testament.
• New Testament: The New Testament’s textual history is shorter, spanning approximately 300 years from the original autographs to the final compilation of the Greek canon. Missler explores the role of early Christian scribes, the Alexandrian and Byzantine text-types, and the discovery of papyri and manuscripts in understanding the New Testament’s transmission.

Key Takeaways

1. The Bible’s textual integrity and historical accuracy demonstrate its reliability as a historical and spiritual document.
2. The supernatural claims and events recorded in the Bible require a divine explanation, supporting its claim as the Word of God.
3. The careful preservation and transmission of the Bible’s texts by Jewish and Christian scribes over centuries demonstrate God’s providential care for His Word.