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Old Testament Books Quiz — Name and Order the 39 Books

The Old Testament contains 39 books divided into four main sections: the Pentateuch (5 books), Historical Books (12 books), Wisdom Literature (5 books), and the Prophets (17 books). Understanding the order and names of these books is foundational to Bible navigation and study. This quiz will test your familiarity with Old Testament book names, their sequence, and basic facts about their content and authorship.

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Which book comes immediately after Deuteronomy in the Old Testament?

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the four main sections of the Old Testament?+

The Old Testament is divided into four sections: the Pentateuch (5 books: Genesis through Deuteronomy), the Historical Books (12 books from Joshua through Esther), the Wisdom Literature (5 books: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs), and the Prophets (17 books divided into 5 Major Prophets and 12 Minor Prophets).

How many books total are in the Old Testament?+

The Old Testament contains 39 books in total. This count is based on the Protestant canon, which treats each book individually rather than combining certain books (like 1 and 2 Samuel or 1 and 2 Kings) as single texts, as some other traditions do.

What is the difference between the Major Prophets and Minor Prophets?+

The Major Prophets (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, and Daniel) are so named because their books are significantly longer and contain more extensive prophecies. The Minor Prophets (Hosea through Malachi) are called 'minor' simply because their books are shorter, not because their prophetic messages are less important. Collectively, the 12 Minor Prophet books are sometimes called the Book of the Twelve.