Is the Bible True?

Is the Bible True?

The Bible is one of the most quoted books in the world, but have you gotten to know what it really says? If you've ever wondered whether it can hold up under honest questions, and those tricky passages that seem to contradict each other, you're not alone. Discover: does the Bible stand up to scrutiny, and is it worth believing?

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The Bible contains stories, poetry and wisdom that have influenced readers for centuries, but does it apply in today's world? Many look to the Bible for encouragement and direction. But what good is this if we aren't sure that what the Bible says is true?

This guide explores: 

  • How the Bible harmonizes with science and is verified by archaeology
  • Why the Bible is more than historical narrative or good literature
  • How the Bible is a trustworthy guide to making the most out of life

Don't wait to read and prove the Bible's validity for today.

Table of Contents

A person holding a Bible.

One of the World's Most Popular Books

5 minutes
Billions of Bibles have been published and distributed around the world. Millions of people regard it as the inspired Word of God. It's been one of...
Theodore Roosevelt, Queen Victoria, Isaac Newton, George Washington

In Their Own Words: Great Men and Women Who Highly Respected the Bible

3 minutes
Historically, the Bible has been held in the highest esteem by many great men and women—presidents, prime ministers, monarchs, scholars, scientists...
A Bible on a bookshelf.

The Bible in the Modern World

6 minutes
If the Bible is the authoritative Word of God, what should we expect to find in it?
An open Bible on a table.

Humanity's Bias Against the Supernatural

3 minutes
If we really want to know the truth, we should at least temporarily lay aside such skepticism and examine the Bible with an open mind.
An artist's rendition of a flat earth.

The Bible and Astronomy

11 minutes
Some believe that discoveries from astronomy conflict with the Bible. But in fact there is no conflict, and the Bible has proven itself to be well...
The moon and Earth from space.

Earth's Age: Does the Bible Indicate a Time Interval Between the First and Second Verses of Genesis?

5 minutes
Do other passages, as well as history, shed any light on this question?
Clay tablets showing Hittite musicians.

The Bible and Archaeology

16 minutes
How has the Bible fared when archaeologists have compared their findings with the record of Scripture?
cylinder of King Cyrus of Persia

Cyrus of Persia: The Words of a Prophet Come to Pass

1 minute
This was one of many amazing prophecies recorded in the Bible that later came to pass.
This relief from Sennacherib’s palace at Nineveh shows the Assyrians’ assault on the Jewish stronghold of Lachish.

A Staggering Archaelogical Discovery: The Mighty Assyrian Empire Emerges From the Dust

5 minutes
One of the greatest archaeological discoveries of all time is the unearthing of the ancient Assyrian Empire. Did the biblical stories involving this...
Fragments of an inscription recovered at the site of biblical Dan prove that King David was a historical figure.

King David's Existence Verified by Inscription

2 minutes
For many years some critics have asserted that many biblical figures, including King David, are nothing more than myth. But a dramatic find forced...
This portrait of the Assyrian monarch Tiglath-Pileser III was found in his palace at Nimrud 26 centuries after his invasion of Israel in 745 B.C.

Does Archaeology Confirm the Existence of Specific People Mentioned in the Bible?

4 minutes
The following biblical people existence has been attested by archaeology or other preserved ancient records.
A doctor holding an xray.

The Bible and Science

26 minutes
Several centuries ago science dethroned the Bible as the greatest authority for humankind, pushing it to the background. But as scientists have...
Closeup of a Bible.

The Biblical Authors: Men of God and Science

3 minutes
Here are a few examples of men of God that had scientific knowledge and the spiritual understanding of the knowledge of God.
A swan on a beautiful pond.

The Bible and Prophecy

23 minutes
Unlike any other book in the world, the Bible offers its own test to show whether it is divinely inspired.
Satellites.

Modern Conditions Were Foretold in Scripture Many Centuries Ago

4 minutes
Bible prophecy has foretold a number of circumstances that have been realized or made possible only in modern times.
A person reading a Bible.

The Bible and You

9 minutes
Is the Bible a true and reliable guide to how we should live?
A person reading a Bible.

Does the Bible Contain Errors?

6 minutes
Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will...