Explain different types of writing contained in the Old Testaments.
1) The first type of writing in the Old Testament is the Law (Torah)
⇒ It shows how the Jews became the people of God.
⇒ It also includes God's guidance for how he wanted the Jews to live which includes the Ten Commandments.
2) The second type of writing in the Old Testament is the history books
⇒ It shows how God guided his people and how the people often refused to listen.
⇒ These stories are important as they were to help later generations avoid the same mistakes.
3) The third type of writing in the Old Testament is the wisdom books
⇒ It includes prayers, psalms, books of advice and poems.
⇒ It shows people how to use God-given talents to do what is right, in order to be able to stay close to God.
4) The fourth type of writing in the Old Testament is the prophets.
⇒ It contains the words of inspired figures who were sent by God
⇒ It is to teach people about how God is active in the world, and to challenge people to stay faithful to God