This article is from the Bible FAQ, by Michael Paul Johnson mpj@ebible.org with numerous contributions by others.
The Holy Bible is God's written word to mankind. It has been
written over thousands of years by many people under the
inspiration of the Holy Spirit, and miraculously preserved until
today. There are many ancient documents, but those in the Holy
Bible are of great importance to Jews and Christians, because
they explain the way to fellowship with God and the way to live.
All Scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for
reproof, for correction, for training in righteousness; so that
the man of God may be adequate, equipped for every good work. --
2 Timothy 3:16-17 (NASB)
 
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