The third section of the Tanakh, also known as the Hebrew Bible, is an impressive compilation of various writings with a wide range of themes and styles. These writings are collected under the name “Ketuvim,” which translates to mean “Writings.” Within this section, readers can find an exceptional array of religious expressions, some of which include soul-stirring poetry, thought-provoking philosophy, gripping historical narratives, and enchanting stories.
The poetry present in Ketuvim is remarkable as it covers a vast expanse of themes – from Temple rituals to private prayers, national tragedies to tales of love. Moreover, the philosophical explorations of this section are significant, as they offer readers a thought-provoking and comprehensive understanding of the wisest path in life, God’s goodness, and justice. In addition to this, Ketuvim includes historical retellings and short stories.
It is worthy to note that Ketuvim is named “the anthology,” as it is a canonical collection from the post-prophetic age and offers readers an opportunity to understand and appreciate many dimensions of religious expression. If you are interested in learning more about the remarkable works in Ketuvim, please follow the link provided below for more information.
Most recent from the writtings
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 28David's exhortation David gives Solomon the temple patterns and materials
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 27Twelve monthly captains Princes of the tribes The numbering stopped
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 26Divisions of the porters Assignment of the gates Keepers of the treasures
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 25Number and offices of the singers Their division into orders
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 24Division of Aaron's sons into orders Division of Kohathites and Merarites
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 23David makes Solomon king Levitical offices
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 22David's preparations for building the temple David's instructions to Solomon Princes to assist Solomon
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 21The numbering David's choice of plagues Jerusalem spared Staying of the pestilence
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 20Destruction of Rabbah Philistine giants killed
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 19David's messengers insulted Defeat of Ammon Shophach is killed
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 18Philistines and Moabites defeated Syrians Killed Edom garrisoned David's officers
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 17Nathan approves the purpose of David David forbidden to build God's house God's promise to David
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 16The festival of offerings A choir ordered a psalm of thanksgiving Attendants on the ark appointed
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 15The ark moved again The Levites in charge The joyful procession
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 14Hiram assists David David's wives and children David's victories in war
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 13Removal of the ark Uzza is struck The Ark with Obededom
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 12David's companies at Ziklag David's armies at Hebron
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 11David Anointed King David Captures Zion David's mighty men
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 10Saul's defeat and death Triumph of the Philistines Burial of Saul at Jabesh
- 1st Chronicles Chapter 9Benjamin's sons and chiefs Stock of Saul and Jonathan