Bible 101

Your introduction to reading the Bible. Browse articles on Bible history, Bible versions and translations, and how to read and study the Bible today.

November Is Global Bible Month. Here’s How (and Why) to Participate

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Celebrate Global Bible Month this November with Bible reading plans, study tips, and resources to help you spend 30 days in God’s Word.

How a Lectionary Can Unlock Scripture’s Hidden Connections

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Discover how using a lectionary can widen your exposure to Scripture, simplify sermon planning, and reveal connections between the Old and New Testaments.

How to Use Bible Gateway’s Reverse Interlinear Bible

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Learn how to use Bible Gateway’s Reverse Interlinear to explore original-language words, read dictionary entries, and deepen your Bible study.

Introducing Bible Chapter Overviews From Bible Gateway

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Discover Bible Gateway's Chapter Overviews — free, pastor-reviewed study guides with context, key themes, practical application, and links to deeper study.

Did This Ancient Ring Belong to Pontius Pilate, His Slave, or...

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New research suggests an ancient ring previously linked to Pontius Pilate may instead have belonged to a low-level Judean worker.

Why Are Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox Bibles Different?

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Why do Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox Bibles have different books? Compare biblical canons and see how history and language shaped them.

What Is the Bible? Answers to the Most Common Questions

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What is the Bible, who wrote it, how many books does it have, and where should you start? Get concise answers to the common questions about the Bible.

How to Run a Bible Study on the Book of John

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The Gospel of John is one of the richest and most rewarding books for Bible study. Here's a quick guide to running a Bible study on John.

50 Major Events in the Bible Storyline [Infographic]

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Is it possible to boil the Bible down to 50 major events? Not really — but we tried our best anyway! Here are the biggest plot points in Scripture.

10 Best Bible Gateway Plus Resources for Beginners

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Like the Bible itself, Bible Gateway Plus can be overwhelming for beginners. Here are some of the best resources to get you started on Bible study.

800 Languages and Counting: Bible Translation Efforts Are Picking up Speed

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Wycliffe Translators announced the 800th language with a complete Bible translation, an incredible milestone. But many more remain in need.

A Guide to Every Resource Available on Bible Gateway Plus

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The array of resources on Bible Gateway Plus can be overwhelming to new users. Here's a guide to all of them, so you can pick and prioritize based on your needs.
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