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“I am the Good Shepherd; I know my own and my own know me”. John 10:14"
In Branch 6, we’ll explore how Christians view the Bible and how the Church helps people understand its deeper meaning. We’ll learn that the Bible, whose name comes from the Greek word biblia meaning "little books," is actually a collection of writings gathered over centuries. These texts include different types of literature, often passed down orally and later written and edited by those inspired by the Holy Spirit. While it contains human perspectives, the Church teaches that the Bible is sacred and inspired by God, meant to guide, teach, and lead us to holiness.
We’ll also discover how the Church helps Catholics interpret the Bible’s sacred texts, from the Jewish scriptures to the Gospels and early Christian writings. By learning about translations and the many languages of the Bible, we’ll gain insight into how its message reaches diverse communities worldwide. Additionally, we’ll explore the names used for God in the Jewish scriptures (Tanakh) and learn about Jewish beliefs expressed in the Shema prayer. By the end of this unit, we’ll be able to explain the Bible’s history, recognize it as God’s inspired word, and understand how it continues to guide people’s lives today.