Biblical Timeline
Select any of the 66 Bible books for its key movements, then explore the wider biblical eras below.
Early church and Roman Mediterranean
The risen Jesus sends witnesses from Jerusalem through Judea and Samaria toward the nations and Rome.
Watch how the Spirit, Scripture, prayer, hospitality, and mission shape the church.
Pentecost forms a witness community
The Spirit empowers Jesus’ followers in Jerusalem, creating a praying, teaching, and sharing community.
The good news crosses boundaries
The message reaches Samaritans, an Ethiopian official, Gentile households, and the diverse church at Antioch.
Paul carries witness toward Rome
Paul’s journeys, trials, and voyage to Rome show the gospel advancing through cities and across the empire.
Whole-Bible eras
Creation & Primeval History
Creation, fall, flood, and Babel.
Patriarchs
Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, covenant promises, and movement into Egypt.
Exodus & Wilderness
Deliverance from Egypt, Sinai covenant, wilderness years, and preparation to enter Canaan.
Conquest & Judges
Settlement in Canaan and cycles of covenant unfaithfulness and deliverance.
United Kingdom
Samuel, Saul, David, and Solomon; Jerusalem and the temple become central.
Divided Kingdom
Israel and Judah divide; prophetic ministries call both kingdoms to covenant faithfulness.
Exile
Jerusalem falls and Judah is exiled to Babylon.
Return & Second Temple
Return from exile, temple rebuilding, and restoration of Jerusalem.
Jesus: Birth & Ministry
Birth, teaching, signs, discipleship, kingdom proclamation, and conflict.
Crucifixion & Resurrection
Jesus’ death, burial, resurrection, and appearances to his followers.
Pentecost & Early Church
The Spirit is poured out; the church expands from Jerusalem.
Paul's Missions
Missionary journeys through Asia Minor and the Mediterranean world; churches are established and instructed.