BIBLICAL
The chronological
references are given
as approximate.
TIMELINE
PREHISTORY
THE CREATION
Adam and Eve,
Cain and Abel,
Noah
THE FLOOD
The Tower of Babel
The Patriarchs:
Abraham (2160-1950 B.C.)
Isaac (2060-1850 B.C.) Israel in Egypt
Jacob (2000-1790 B.C.)
Migration of Jacob and his
Joseph (1909-1699 B.C.)
sons to Egypt (1870-1650 B.C.)
The Israelites are enslaved in
Egypt (1730-1580 B.C.)
Birth of Moses (1485 B.C.)
EXODUS OF THE
ISRAELITES
(1405 B.C.)
WILDERNESS JOURNEY
(1405-1375 B.C.)
THE CONQUEST OF THE
PROMISED LAND
The beginning of the conquest
of Canaan under Joshua's
leadership (1375 B.C.)
BEGINNING OF THE
PERIOD OF THE JUDGES
(1300 B.C.)
BIBLICAL
TIMELINE MONARCHY
(United Kingdom)
(1050–931 B.C.)
Reign of Saul
(1050–1010 B.C.)
Reign of David
(1010–970 B.C.)
Reign of Solomon
(970–931 B.C.)
Northern Southern
Kingdom Kingdom
(Israel) (Judah)
DIVIDED King Rehoboam
King Jeroboam I KINGDOM (931–913 B.C.)
(931–910 B.C.) 930 B.C.
Prophets
Prophets Isaiah (700–690 B.C.)
Prophet
Elijah (875–848 B.C.) Micah (750–690 B.C.)
Joel (835–805 B.C.)
Elisha (848–797 B.C.) Obadiah (848 B.C.)
Jonah (785–755 B.C.)
Amos (765–755 B.C.) Last Years of the
Hosea (750 B.C.) Kingdom of Judah
Prophet Nahum (660–620 B.C.)
King Hoshea Prophet Habakkuk (650–630 B.C.)
(732–723 B.C.) Prophet Jeremiah (626–586 B.C.)
Prophet Zephaniah (640–625 B.C.)
Fall of Samaria King Zedekiah (598–587 B.C.)
(722 B.C.)
Fall of
Jerusalem
(587 or 586 B.C.)
Inhabitants of Judah
Taken to Babylon
Beginning of Persian
Rule (539 B.C.)
Prophets
Cyrus, Emperor of
Ezekiel (593–573 B.C.)
Persia, orders the
Daniel (537 B.C.)
return of the Jews
(538 B.C.)
The chronological
references are given
as approximate.
GENESIS The central theme is creation, the
fall of humanity, God's promises,
and the beginning of Israel's
1st Book of the
Pentateuch
Author: Moses
Beginning or Origin history through the patriarchs. Date: 2247 BC
Gn 1-2 THE CREATION
In six days, God created the world, and on the seventh day,
He rested. The Bible begins with an incredible account of
creation. — Through it, we understand that God's purpose
for humanity has always been to have a relationship with
Him.
27 "So God created mankind in Giving them authority over
His own image, in the image creation and placing them in
of God He created them (...)" the Garden of Eden.
DID YOU KNOW? People were vegetarians.
Few people realize it, but in the creation account, God gives humanity only plants and
fruits for food:
After the flood, God then says:
"And God said, 'Behold, I have given you every herb "Everything that moves and lives
yielding seed that is on the face of all the earth, shall be food for you. Just as I
and every tree with seed-bearing fruit; it shall be gave you the green plants, now I
food for you.'" give you everything."
— Genesis 1:29 — Genesis 9:3
Gn 3 THE FALL
Adam and Eve disobey God in the Garden of Eden, being
deceived by the serpent. This leads to consequences for all of
humanity and creation.
DID YOU KNOW? The first prophecy of the coming of the Messiah.
However, with this, we have the first typology or foreshadowing
of the coming of Jesus Christ in the Bible:
"I will put enmity between you and the woman,
and between your offspring and her offspring; He
will crush your head, and you will strike His heel."
— Genesis 3:15
In other words, in the future, a descendant of the woman (Jesus) will crush the serpent’s
head, symbolizing the ultimate victory over sin, as striking the head results in a fatal wound.
Meanwhile, the serpent will strike the Messiah’s heel, representing His temporary suffering,
culminating in the crucifixion, since a wound to the “heel” is not fatal.
This verse symbolizes the promise of redemption, victory over sin, and the restoration of the
relationship between God and humanity.
Gn 4-5 Descendants of Adam
Adam and Eve had two sons: Cain and Abel. Driven by jealousy, Cain took
Abel’s life. This passage also presents Adam’s genealogy through Seth,
highlighting the remarkable longevity of the earliest generations. The
narrative underscores the persistence of sin in humanity while also revealing
divine grace in preserving a righteous lineage that eventually leads to Noah.
Gn 6-9 The Flood The Covenant
Due to humanity’s increasing wickedness, After the flood, God establishes a
God decides to bring destruction upon the
earth through a great flood. However, He covenant with Noah, vowing never to
commands Noah to build an ark, ensuring the destroy the earth by water again.
survival of Noah, his family, and pairs of
animals from every species. "I have set my bow in the clouds, and it
shall be a sign of the covenant between
Me and the earth." (Genesis 9:13)
did you know? The Size of the Ark
Noah’s Ark was approximately 150 meters long, 25
meters wide, and 15 meters high, designed to
accommodate Noah, his family, and a vast array of
animal species.
Gn 11 The Tower of Babel
Humanity, united by a single language, sought to build a tower
reaching the heavens, showcasing their defiance and pride. In
response, God confused their language, causing their dispersion
across the earth.
Gn 12-25
Abraham's Calling
God Calls Abraham and Makes a Promise
¹ The Lord said to Abram: "Leave your land, your relatives, and
your father’s house, and go to the land I will show you. ² I will
make you into a great nation, I will bless you, and I will make
your name great. Be a blessing!" (Genesis 12:1-2)
Abraham obeys the call and sets out with his wife, Sarah, and his nephew, Lot.
Throughout their journey, they face challenges such as famine and hostility
from other nations, yet God continually protects them.
Fulfilled Promises
God reaffirms His promises to Abraham, including the birth of Isaac,
despite Sarah’s old age. Isaac’s birth marks the fulfillment of God’s
covenant.
Later, God commands Abraham to sacrifice Isaac on Mount Moriah.
Abraham obeys, but at the last moment, God provides a ram for the
offering, demonstrating both Abraham’s unwavering faith and God’s
provision.
Gn 26-36 The Blessing of Abraham: Isaac and Jacob
The narrative shifts focus to Isaac, Abraham’s son, and his own
son, Jacob. Like his father, Isaac faces trials, yet God reaffirms
the promises made to Abraham.
The story highlights the relationship between Jacob and Esau,
the twin sons of Isaac and Rebekah. Jacob deceives Esau to
obtain the firstborn’s blessing, leading him to flee. During his
journey, he encounters God in a nighttime struggle, after
which his name is changed to "Israel," meaning "one who
wrestles with God." He later returns to reconcile with Esau.
Jacob and His Family
Jacob establishes a family and fathers twelve sons, who will become the twelve tribes of Israel.
Gn. 37-50 The Story of Joseph
Joseph, Jacob’s favored son, is sold into slavery by
his jealous brothers.
Joseph in Egypt
As a slave in Potiphar’s household, Joseph’s integrity earns him a position of
trust. However, after being falsely accused, he is imprisoned, where he
interprets dreams.
Joseph is eventually brought before Pharaoh, interpreting his dreams as a
prophecy of seven years of abundance followed by seven years of famine in
Egypt. Recognizing his wisdom, Pharaoh appoints Joseph as governor,
entrusting him with the task of storing food during the years of plenty to
prepare for the coming crisis.
During the famine, Joseph’s brothers travel to
Egypt in search of food, unaware of his true
identity.
Joseph, in turn, tests them by concealing who he is
and accusing them of being spies. However, the
most emotional moment comes when he finally
reveals himself and reconciles with them.
He then invites his brothers to bring their father,
Jacob, and the entire family to Egypt, assuring them of
protection from the famine and promising that they
will prosper in the land.
This is a deeply poetic and thought-provoking work that
Poetry and Wisdom
JOB delves into themes of suffering, justice, and the nature of
humanity’s relationship with God.
The story centers on Job, a righteous and prosperous man
who, for no apparent reason, endures unimaginable hardships.
Author: Unknown
Date: 1520 BC
The Book of Job challenges readers with the complexity of human
suffering and the mysteries of God's purposes. While it does not offer
simple answers to the problem of pain, it provides a profound meditation
on trust, faith, and integrity in the face of adversity.
Job 1-2 Prologue in Heaven
The narrative begins in heaven, where Satan questions Job’s righteousness,
suggesting that he is faithful only because God has blessed him with prosperity.
God allows Satan to test Job, leading to the loss of his wealth, children, and health.
Job 3-31 Dialogues with Friends
As Job mourns his misfortune, three friends—Eliphaz,
Bildad, and Zophar—approach him to offer comfort.
However, their "advice" gradually turns into accusations,
implying that Job must have sinned to deserve such
suffering. Job fervently defends his innocence and seeks
an explanation for his hardships.
Job 32-37 Job 38-41
Elihu’s Discourse God’s Response
A young man named Elihu intervenes, God answers Job directly from a
rebuking both Job and his friends. He whirlwind, confronting him with a
series of questions that reveal the
upholds God’s justice and wisdom,
vastness of creation and the limitations
suggesting that suffering may serve as a
of human understanding. Through this
means of purification and instruction
divine discourse, God’s majesty,
rather than a direct punishment for sin.
wisdom, and power are magnified.
Job 42
Epilogue
Job responds with humility and repentance. God
rebukes Job’s three friends for misrepresenting
Him and instructs Job to intercede on their behalf.
In the end, God restores Job’s health, wealth, and
family, granting him even greater blessings than
before.
