Chronology Charts of the Hebrew Bible
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These five charts, gloss printed on 17x11 inch poster stock, detail each successive period of the Old Testament in chronological order, with dates indicating the year from creation (AM, Latin for in the year of the world).
Many people find the Old Testament hard to understand. With the help of these charts it’s easy to put the entire narrative into chronological perspective. This is especially true during the period of the kings of Judah and Israel. |
To fully grasp the messages of the prophets, you must know what kings they prophesied under, and the events surrounding their ministries. Since the prophets are a climactic portion of the Bible, the Kingdom of Judah chart is probably one the most valuable of the set.
The Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) was used as the primary source for establishing dates and events, but Sefer HaYashar (The Book of Jasher) and the Seder Olam (Order of the World) were also used. The Seder Olam is one of the oldest books of the Jewish Midrash, and if Sefer HaYashar is not the original one mentioned in the Bible, it was probably a part of Jewish Midrash written according to oral tradition. Color coding is used to indicate the source of the material.
Though some aspects of biblical chronology are controversial, one must have a starting point. The traditional way it has been understood is a perfect place for any Bible student to start. Whether you are a beginner, or well versed in the Bible, these charts will help your studies bring it to life.
Below is a brief description of each of the five charts:
1. The Antediluvian World (Adam to the Flood) = 1,656 yrs
2. Age of the Patriarchs (The Flood to Joseph) = 582 yrs
3. The Egyptian Exile (Joseph to the Promised Land) = 250 yrs
4. Age of the Judges (Joshua to King David) = 440 yrs
5. The Kingdom of Judah (Solomon to the Second Temple) = 494 yrs
The Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) was used as the primary source for establishing dates and events, but Sefer HaYashar (The Book of Jasher) and the Seder Olam (Order of the World) were also used. The Seder Olam is one of the oldest books of the Jewish Midrash, and if Sefer HaYashar is not the original one mentioned in the Bible, it was probably a part of Jewish Midrash written according to oral tradition. Color coding is used to indicate the source of the material.
Though some aspects of biblical chronology are controversial, one must have a starting point. The traditional way it has been understood is a perfect place for any Bible student to start. Whether you are a beginner, or well versed in the Bible, these charts will help your studies bring it to life.
Below is a brief description of each of the five charts:
1. The Antediluvian World (Adam to the Flood) = 1,656 yrs
2. Age of the Patriarchs (The Flood to Joseph) = 582 yrs
3. The Egyptian Exile (Joseph to the Promised Land) = 250 yrs
4. Age of the Judges (Joshua to King David) = 440 yrs
5. The Kingdom of Judah (Solomon to the Second Temple) = 494 yrs
