The Bible is an inspired history book that can be divided into four
different historical ages.
The Beginning Age
The first age, the Beginning Age, lasted approximately 2000 years. Its major
themes are the creation of the world and the introduction of sin into it.
The Patriarchal Age
The second age, the Patriarchal Age, lasted approximately 600 years. Its
major theme is centered around Abraham, his son, grandsons, and great
grandsons.
The Mosaic Age
The third age, the Mosaic Age, lasted approximately 1433 years. Its major
themes are the deliverance of Abraham’s descendants, the Jews, from slavery to
Egypt, and their movement into the Promised Land.
The Christian or Messianic Age
The fourth age, the Christian or Messianic Age, is the age we live in today.
Its major theme is the death, burial, and resurrection of the Christ/Messiah.