The Book of Haggai

The Book of Haggai is the 37th book of the Bible. It is believed to have been written around 520 BC. Its name originates from its primary author and prophet, Haggai. This book stands out for its post-exilic context, addressing the Jewish community that returned to...

The Book of Hosea

The Book of Hosea is the 28th book of the Bible. It was written around 755-725 BC and is one of the twelve Minor Prophets in the Old Testament. The name "Hosea" means "salvation." This prophet from the Northern Kingdom conveys the message of God’s love,...

The Book of Jeremiah

The Book of Jeremiah is the 24th book of the Bible. It is thought to have been written between 627 and 586 BC. The book is named after its primary author, Jeremiah, who was a prophet during the period leading up to the Babylonian exile of the Israelites. Jeremiah is...

The Book of Joel

The Book of Joel is the 29th book of the Bible. It was written around 835-800 BC The book is named after its author, the prophet Joel, whose name means "Yahweh is God." Notable parts of this book include Joel’s vivid descriptions of a locust plague, a call to...

The Book of Jonah

The Book of Jonah is the 32nd book of the Bible. It was written around 793-753 BC. The book is named after its main character and assumed author, Jonah, a prophet who attempts to flee from God’s command to prophesy to the city of Nineveh. After a series of...