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The term "Histories" in the context of the Bible refers to the narrative accounts found within the Scriptures that detail the events, lives, and divine interactions of God's people throughout time. These historical accounts are primarily located in the Old Testament but are also present in the New Testament, providing a comprehensive view of God's unfolding plan for humanity.

Old Testament Histories

The historical books of the Old Testament include Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, and Esther. These books chronicle the history of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the return from Babylonian exile. They provide insight into the covenant relationship between God and Israel, highlighting themes of faithfulness, rebellion, judgment, and redemption.

· Joshua: This book details the conquest of Canaan under Joshua's leadership, emphasizing God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises to the patriarchs. "The LORD gave them rest on every side, just as He had sworn to their fathers" (Joshua 21:44).

· Judges: Judges recounts the cyclical pattern of Israel's apostasy, oppression, repentance, and deliverance through judges raised by God. "In those days there was no king in Israel; everyone did what was right in his own eyes" (Judges 21:25).

· Ruth: A account of loyalty and redemption, Ruth highlights God's providence and the inclusion of Gentiles in His plan. Ruth's faithfulness leads to her becoming the great-grandmother of King David.

· 1 and 2 Samuel: These books cover the transition from the period of judges to the monarchy, focusing on the lives of Samuel, Saul, and David. "The LORD has sought out a man after His own heart and appointed him ruler over His people" (1 Samuel 13:14).

· 1 and 2 Kings: The narrative continues with the reigns of Solomon and the divided kingdoms of Israel and Judah, emphasizing the consequences of obedience and disobedience to God's law.

· 1 and 2 Chronicles: These books offer a retelling of Israel's history with a focus on the Davidic line and the temple, underscoring the importance of worship and covenant fidelity.

· Ezra and Nehemiah: These books document the return from exile and the rebuilding of Jerusalem's temple and walls, highlighting themes of restoration and reform.

· Esther: Set during the Persian Empire, Esther tells the account of God's providential protection of His people through the courage of Queen Esther.

New Testament Histories

The New Testament contains historical accounts primarily in the Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles, which detail the life, ministry, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, as well as the early church's expansion.

· The Gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke, John): These books provide four distinct perspectives on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, affirming His identity as the Messiah and the Son of God. "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us" (John 1:14).

· Acts of the Apostles: Acts records the spread of the Gospel from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth, focusing on the work of the Holy Spirit and the apostles, particularly Peter and Paul. "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be My witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth" (Acts 1:8).

Theological Significance

The historical narratives in the Bible are not merely records of past events; they are theological in nature, revealing God's character, His covenantal relationship with humanity, and His sovereign plan of salvation. These histories serve as a testament to God's faithfulness, justice, mercy, and love, providing lessons and examples for believers to follow. Through these accounts, the Bible communicates the unfolding account of redemption, culminating in the person and work of Jesus Christ.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(n.) Plural of History.
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The Earlier Hebrew Histories.
... WHO WROTE THE BIBLE? CHAPTER IV. THE EARLIER HEBREW HISTORIES. We found reasons,
in previous chapters, for believing that considerable ...
/.../gladden/who wrote the bible/chapter iv the earlier hebrew.htm

The Later Hebrew Histories.
... WHO WROTE THE BIBLE? CHAPTER VI. THE LATER HEBREW HISTORIES. After the
Book of the Law had been revised by Ezra, and the Book of ...
/.../gladden/who wrote the bible/chapter vi the later hebrew.htm

We Forbid to be Publicly Read in Church, Histories of the Martyrs ...
... The Sixth Ecumenical Council. Canon LXIII. We forbid to be publicly read
in Church, histories of the martyrs which have been? ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/canon lxiii we forbid to.htm

The Growth of the Old Testament Prophetic Histories
... VI THE GROWTH OF THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHETIC HISTORIES. [Sidenote: Analogies
between the influences that produced the two Testaments] ...
/.../the origin and permanent value of the old testament/vi the growth of the.htm

Influences that Gave Rise to the Priestly Laws and Histories
... IX INFLUENCES THAT GAVE RISE TO THE PRIESTLY LAWS AND HISTORIES. [Sidenote:
Influences in the exile that produced written ceremonial laws] ...
/.../ix influences that gave rise.htm

Formal Catalogues of Authentic Scriptures were Published, in all ...
... PART I. SECTION X. Formal catalogues of authentic Scriptures were published,
in all which our present sacred histories were? Formal ...
/.../paley/evidences of christianity/section x formal catalogues of.htm

Why the Greeks did not Mention Our Histories.
... Theophilus to Autolycus: Book III. Chapter XXX."Why the Greeks Did Not
Mention Our Histories. But the Greeks make no mention of ...
/.../theophilus/theophilus to autolycus/chapter xxx why the greeks did.htm

Celsus, However, Shows that He Has Read a Good Many Grecian ...
... Chapter XXXIII. Celsus, however, shows that he has read a good many Grecian
histories? Celsus, however, shows that he has read ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter xxxiii celsus however shows.htm

But Since the Jew Says that These Histories of the Alleged Descent ...
... Chapter LVI. But since the Jew says that these histories of the alleged
descent of heroes to? But since the Jew says that these ...
/.../origen/origen against celsus/chapter lvi but since the.htm

Under the Three Pastors, --There were Manifold Shepherds
... 11. O my tongue hold thy peace and be silent of the histories of the Cross that
press to be told!"for my mind of a sudden has conceived,"and lo! ...
/.../ephraim/hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/hymn xiv under the three.htm

Thesaurus
Histories (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) Plural of History. Multi-Version Concordance
Histories (3 Occurrences). Genesis 2:4 These are the ...
/h/histories.htm - 7k

Canonicity
... In this connection it should be noticed that the discourses and law of Deuteronomy
imply the history and legislation of the critical JE histories (see below). ...
/c/canonicity.htm - 37k

Iddo (14 Occurrences)
... 9:29): "The visions of Iddo the seer concerning Jeroboam the son of Nebat"; and
for the reign of Rehoboam (2 Chronicles 12:15): "The histories of Iddo (`iddo ...
/i/iddo.htm - 14k

Patriachs
... Commonly now the term is used of the persons whose names appear in the genealogies
and covenant-histories in the periods preceding Moses (Genesis 5; Genesis 11 ...
/p/patriachs.htm - 7k

Patriarch (2 Occurrences)
... Commonly now the term is used of the persons whose names appear in the genealogies
and covenant-histories in the periods preceding Moses (Genesis 5; Genesis 11 ...
/p/patriarch.htm - 10k

Triune
... House, Elgin, Ill., USA; Smith, Dict. of Christian Antiquities; Hastings, ERE; Bible
Dicts.; Church Fathers; Church Histories, and Histories of Baptism. ...
/t/triune.htm - 13k

Trine
... House, Elgin, Ill., USA; Smith, Dict. of Christian Antiquities; Hastings, ERE; Bible
Dicts.; Church Fathers; Church Histories, and Histories of Baptism. ...
/t/trine.htm - 14k

Immersion
... House, Elgin, Ill., USA; Smith, Dict. of Christian Antiquities; Hastings, ERE; Bible
Dicts.; Church Fathers; Church Histories, and Histories of Baptism. ...
/i/immersion.htm - 14k

I-iii
... (j) Pre-exilic Bible (2) Critical Views (a) The Pentateuch (b) Histories (c) Psalms
and Prophets (3) Formation of Canon (a) Critical Theory (b) More Positive ...
/i/i-iii.htm - 31k

Introduction (3 Occurrences)
... (j) Pre-exilic Bible (2) Critical Views (a) The Pentateuch (b) Histories (c) Psalms
and Prophets (3) Formation of Canon (a) Critical Theory (b) More Positive ...
/i/introduction.htm - 33k

Resources
What is the relevance of the genealogies in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org

Who were the Waldensians, and what did they believe? | GotQuestions.org

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Histories: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

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Histories (3 Occurrences)

Genesis 2:4
These are the histories of the heavens and the earth, when they were created, in the day that Jehovah Elohim made earth and heavens,
(DBY)

2 Chronicles 12:15
Now the acts of Rehoboam, first and last, aren't they written in the histories of Shemaiah the prophet and of Iddo the seer, after the manner of genealogies? There were wars between Rehoboam and Jeroboam continually.
(WEB JPS ASV)

Nehemiah 12:23
The sons of Levi, heads of families, were recorded in the book of the histories, even till the days of Johanan, the son of Eliashib.
(BBE)

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