Who Wrote The Bible
By International Bible Society
Many people contributed to the writing of the Bible. Actually
the Bible is a collection of writings from about forty contributors, thirty in
the Old Testament and ten in the New Testament. For example, the Psalms are a
collection of the works of several authors, of whom David, the "sweet singer of
Israel", is the best known. But psalms were also written by Moses, by Asaph, by
a man named Ethan, and by the sons of Korah.
The accounts which have been preserved in the Old Testament date from the
earliest times and were both written down and transmitted orally. As time passed
they were collected together and received by the Hebrews as coming to them by
God's mandate. The prophets transmit God's message to humans, while many of the
Psalms articulate cries of people to God. Yet these psalms are also preserved in
the Bible as part of God's message to mankind.
The New Testament stories and teachings were widely circulated among the early
Christian churches. The letters of Paul to the Christians in several cities were
likely the earliest writings now found in the New Testament. But many other
letters and epistles were circulated as well. Gradually it became clear to the
early churches which writings were truly inspired and which were spurious or
simply edifying messages from pious authors.
It is truly amazing that all forty of these authors, spread out over 1600 years,
have such a unified message in spite of their great diversity in language,
culture and time. There is a reason for that! The reason is that these forty or
so writers are all secondary authors. There is actually only one primary author,
the one who inspired all the human authors, the eternal God.
Christians believe that the Bible came to us from God himself, who used all
these human authors to give us his message, through the presence and inspiration
of his Spirit. He did not simply give dictation to these authors, because we
observe their unique personalities and varying styles of writing shining
through. But God's message, God's authorship, is always there, providing in the
end through all the years, exactly what he wanted us to have. In this way the
Bible is our own ageless treasure.
Who Wrote The Bible
“Who wrote the Bible” is a question that is undoubtedly asked by many
who are familiar with the impact this book has made on people around the
world. The Bible gives guidance in our journey through life to eternity,
as well as leads us to a relationship with the God of the universe. It
is a historical book that is backed by archeology, and a prophetic book
that has lived up to all of its claims thus far. In light of all these
facts, asking, “who wrote the bible,” is a vital question that deserves
serious investigation and a serious response. The Bible is God’s letter
to humanity collected into 66 books written by 40 divinely inspired
writers. These writers come from all walks of life (i.e., kings to
fishermen) and spans over a period of 1,500 years or more. These claims
may seem dramatic (or unrealistic to some), but a careful and honest
study of the biblical scriptures will show them to be true.
Who Wrote the Bible - Evidence of Divine Inspiration
“Who wrote the Bible” is a question that can be definitively answered by
examining the biblical texts in light of the external evidences that
supports its claims. 2 Timothy 3:16 states that “All scripture is
inspired by God….” In 2 Peter 1:20-21, Peter reminds the reader to “know
this first of all, that no prophecy of scripture is a matter of one’s
own interpretation, … but men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God.”
The Bible itself tells us that it is God who is the author of His book.
God does not leave us with just claims of His divine handiwork in the
Bible, but also supports it with compelling evidence. The design of the
Bible itself is a miracle. Written over more than 1,500 years by vastly
different writers, yet every book in the Bible is consistent in its
message. These 66 books talk about history, prophecy, poetry, and
theology. Despite their complexity, differences in writing styles and
vast time periods, the books of the Bible agree miraculously well in
theme, facts and cross-referencing. No human beings could have planned
such an intricate combination of books over a 1,500-year time span.
Bible manuscripts (remember, there were no printing presses until 1455)
have survived despite weather, persecution and time. Most ancient
writings written on weak materials like papyrus have vanished all
together. Yet many copies of the Old Testament scriptures survived. For
instance, the Dead Sea Scrolls contain all books of the Old Testament,
except Esther, and have been dated to before the time of Christ.
Consider Julius Caesar’s Gallic Wars. Only ten copies written about
1,000 years after the event are in existence. In comparison, there are
over 24,000+ New Testament manuscripts, the earliest one dating to
within 24 years after Christ.
The Bible also validates its divine authorship through fulfilled
prophecies. An astonishing 668 prophecies have been fulfilled and none
have ever been proven false (three are unconfirmed). An honest study of
biblical prophecy will compellingly show the divine authorship of the
Bible. Further, archaeology confirms (or in some cases supports) accounts
in the biblical record. No other holy book comes close to the Bible in
the amount of evidence supporting its divine authorship.
Who Wrote the Bible - A Question of Eternal Significance
“Who Wrote the Bible” is indeed a question that everyone must ask. If
indeed it is the Word of the living God, then no other book gives us
more insight into our lives, more hope for our future, and a true path
to a relationship with God. Search the Bible with openness and honesty
and see for yourself what the Creator of the universe wants to tell you!