Heaven
What is heaven and where is it mentioned in the Bible? Learn about how God progressively revealed the concept of heaven in Scripture.
Hell
Scripture often associates hell with fire, heat and death. Read more about where the Bible discusses hell and what those passages say.
Helpful Tips for Reading the Bible
A brief and practical introduction to Bible reading. Includes strategies to get started and helpful questions to ask of the text, of God, and of yourself.
Herod the Great
Although he is most famous for his attempt to kill the baby Jesus, Herod the Great made many decisions that shaped the landscape of ancient Palestine.
Heroines of the Jewish Scriptures
Men weren’t the only important figures in the Hebrew Scriptures. Women played many important roles. Find out what they were.
Hezekiah
When Hezekiah became king of Judah, it was time for change. Throughout his reign Hezekiah instituted important religious reforms to bring the nation back to God.
Historical Books
Christians call the Old Testament books that follow the Pentateuch, beginning with Joshua and ending with Esther, the Historical Books. These books describe Israel's history as a people in the land of Canaan.
History Writing in Ancient Times
Stories have been passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years, but sometimes they have been passed down in different formats. Read about how history has been handed down through the centuries.
Holiness
Righteous, sacred, pure. Holiness encompasses all of these characteristics, and God, who is perfect and set apart from sin, is the ultimate example of holiness.
Holy Spirit
What role does the Holy Spirit play in the lives of believers? Check out what the Old and New Testaments say about the work of the Holy Spirit.