Kings: [ / ˈ kiŋz/ ] noun --- the ruler or sovereign over a nation. The author is anonymous for both texts. Some commentators have suggested Ezra, Ezekiel, and Jeremiah as possible authors. … more

Samuel: [ /sam-yoo-uhl/ ] noun --- can be interpreted either as “name of God” or “God has heard.” The author is anonymous for both texts. We know that Samuel wrote a book … more

Ruth: [ /ro ͞ oTH/] noun --- derived from the Hebrew word  re’ut , meaning “friend”. The Book of Ruth does not list the author. While tradition holds that it was Samuel, … more

Judges: [ /jəj/ ] noun --- The Hebrew term  shofet , which is translated into English as “judge,” is closer in meaning to “ruler,” a kind of military leader or deliverer … more

I like having options and variety. I like finding different ways to drive somewhere. Sometimes I need to go to Wabasha- there are 3 different major routes to get there- one is scenic and full of s … more

Joshua: [ josh- oo - uh ] noun --- from a Hebrew word meaning “God is salvation.” . The primary author of this book is Joshua. Some scholars believe the high priests Eleazar or … more