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This is the time the Holy Spirit shows you the harmony and unity of the Bible

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Parallel x-ref – Usually shows slightly different details from the perspective of the authors. Usually most evident in narratives. Idea x-ref – helps bring further explanation to a concept (doctrinal, action, confusion, etc) Idea x-ref: 2 Cor. 4:6, cf. Gen 1:3, 2 Peter 1:19

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Corresponding x-ref: Doesn’t tell the same story. May be confused with the difference of Parallel x-ref Contrasting x-ref help during character studies. Look for words like “but”, “yet”, “however”, “nevertheless”, etc. Corresponding x-ref: 2 Cor 4:13, cf. Ps. 116:10;

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The Founding Fathers of America used the description of the sun, moon, and stars as ruling to devise the two congressional houses.

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Chiasims organize poetry or narratives to allow the author to emphasize a broader theme. In Psalm 110:4, the emphasis is on the Lord’s promise. In Ezra 9-10, the emphasis is on the dedication and purification of Israel. Psalm 110, cf. Matt. 22:42-46 Character study in Ezra 2:2 (Jeshua/Joshua, high priest, Hag. 1:1, 12, 14; 2:4). The Haggai passage shows that the Lord is about to do a great work and is calling the leadership to take courage and be ready.

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Comparative Chart of Messianic Prophecies Fulfilled in Jesus (abbreviated)

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Timelines are helpful in the historical books, especially, to place events and characters to the section of Scripture being studied.

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