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The Bible

The Bible is a collection of sacred texts or scriptures in Christianity, Judaism, Samaritanism, and other religions. It is divided into the Old Testament and the New Testament in Christianity, while Judaism recognizes the Hebrew Bible or Tanakh. The Bible has been translated into numerous languages and has influenced literature, culture, and law throughout history. Its development spans thousands of years, with contributions from various authors, editors, and religious leaders.

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c. 1400-400 BCE — 2014 CE

  1. c. 1400-400 BCE

    Writing of the Old Testament

    The Old Testament, also known as the Hebrew Bible, was written over a period of approximately 1,000 years. It includes texts such as the Torah (Pentateuch), the Prophets, and the Writings.
  2. c. 50-100 CE

    Writing of the New Testament

    The New Testament was written by various authors, including the apostles and early Christian leaders. It includes the Gospels, Acts, the Epistles, and Revelation.
  3. 367 CE

    Athanasius' Festal Letter

    Athanasius, the Bishop of Alexandria, listed the 27 books of the New Testament in his Festal Letter, which later became the accepted canon for Christianity.
  4. 382 CE

    Council of Rome

    The Council of Rome, led by Pope Damasus I, confirmed the canon of the New Testament as 27 books, aligning with Athanasius' earlier list.
  5. 390-405 CE

    Jerome's Vulgate Translation

    Saint Jerome translated the Bible into Latin, producing the Vulgate, which became the standard Bible for the Western Christian Church for many centuries.
  6. 1382-1395 CE

    Wycliffe's Bible

    John Wycliffe and his followers translated the Bible into Middle English, making it more accessible to the common people in England.
  7. 1455 CE

    Gutenberg Bible

    Johannes Gutenberg printed the first major book using movable type, the Gutenberg Bible, which helped spread the text widely across Europe.
  8. 1522-1534 CE

    Luther's German Bible

    Martin Luther translated the New Testament (1522) and later the entire Bible (1534) into German, significantly impacting the Reformation and making the scriptures more accessible to the German-speaking public.
  9. 1535 CE

    Coverdale Bible

    Miles Coverdale published the first complete printed English Bible, using Tyndale's New Testament and his own translations of the Old Testament.
  10. 1611 CE

    King James Version

    The King James Version (KJV) of the Bible was published in England, becoming one of the most widely read and influential translations in the English-speaking world.
  11. 1881-1885 CE

    Revised Version

    The Revised Version (RV) of the Bible was published in the UK, offering an updated translation of the King James Version with more accurate and contemporary language.
  12. 1947-1956 CE

    Discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls

    The Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in the Qumran Caves near the Dead Sea, providing significant insights into the text and history of the Hebrew Bible.
  13. 1966 CE

    Publication of the Jerusalem Bible

    The Jerusalem Bible, a modern English translation based on the French Bible de Jérusalem, was published, offering a scholarly and accessible version of the scriptures.
  14. 1978 CE

    New International Version

    The New International Version (NIV) was published, becoming one of the most popular modern English translations due to its balance of readability and fidelity to the original texts.
  15. 2001 CE

    English Standard Version

    The English Standard Version (ESV) was published, offering a literal translation of the Bible that aims to be both accurate and readable for contemporary audiences.
  16. 2014 CE

    The Bible App Surpasses 200 Million Downloads

    The Bible App by YouVersion surpassed 200 million downloads, making the Bible more accessible than ever through digital means.

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