Welcome to the Ketuvim — the final section of the Hebrew Bible and the last part of our one year Bible reading plan.
You’ve already made it through the Torah and the Nevi’im. Now it’s time for the home stretch: the Writings. Also known as the Ketuvim, this is where wisdom, poetry, and post-exile history collide to form a diverse, deeply human collection of Scripture. It may feel like the “junk drawer” of the Bible — but don’t be fooled. These 11 books are packed with purpose.
In this episode, Dr. Manny unpacks what makes the Ketuvim so unique, including:
• A breakdown of all 11 books — Psalms, Proverbs, Job, Song of Songs, Ruth, Lamentations, Ecclesiastes, Esther, Daniel, Ezra-Nehemiah, and Chronicles
• The importance of wisdom literature and why timing, nuance, and tension are key themes
• How books like Ruth, Esther, and Chronicles carry powerful historical and theological weight
• Why Ezra may have played a major role in stitching the Hebrew Bible together
• The surprising connection between the “tree of the knowledge of good and evil” and every book of wisdom
• How this final section points forward to the Messiah, the Holy Spirit, and the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promises
Whether you’re a seasoned Bible reader or just joining the journey, this episode gives you the framework you need to understand the Ketuvim — and the heart behind it. Let’s keep going. You’re almost there.
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