A CROSS LIGHT
66 Canonical Books · 1,189 Chapters · 31,102 Verses

The Sacred Scripture Canon

Navigate the complete biblical library from Genesis to Revelation. Every book is indexed with chapter study hubs, original Hebrew and Greek root alignments, and Treasury of Scripture cross-references.

Old Testament Canon

(39 books · Biblical Hebrew)
Law50 Chapters

Genesis

The sovereign beginnings of creation, the fall of humanity, and the covenant family through Abraham.

Author: MosesOpen Book
Law40 Chapters

Exodus

Deliverance from slavery in Egypt, covenant establishment at Sinai, and God dwelling among His people.

Author: MosesOpen Book
Law27 Chapters

Leviticus

Holiness, sacrifice, the Day of Atonement, and approaching a holy God through consecrated worship.

Author: MosesOpen Book
Law36 Chapters

Numbers

Wilderness wandering, divine faithfulness amidst human rebellion, and preparation to enter the Promised Land.

Author: MosesOpen Book
Law34 Chapters

Deuteronomy

Renewal of the covenant, wholehearted love for the Lord (the Shema), and obedience rooted in grace.

Author: MosesOpen Book
History24 Chapters

Joshua

Conquest and distribution of Canaan fulfilling God’s promises to Abraham; courage and steadfast obedience.

Author: JoshuaOpen Book
History21 Chapters

Judges

The repeating cycles of apostasy, oppression, repentance, and deliverance before Israel had a king.

Author: SamuelOpen Book
History4 Chapters

Ruth

Loyal covenant love (chesed), redemption through a kinsman redeemer, and the ancestry of King David and Christ.

Author: SamuelOpen Book
History31 Chapters

1 Samuel

Transition from judges to monarchy, the rise and tragic fall of Saul, and the anointing of David.

Author: Samuel / Nathan / GadOpen Book
History24 Chapters

2 Samuel

The reign of King David, the Davidic covenant of an eternal throne, and the consequences of sin.

Author: Nathan / GadOpen Book
History22 Chapters

1 Kings

Solomon’s wisdom and temple, the division of the kingdom into Israel and Judah, and Elijah’s prophetic stand.

Author: JeremiahOpen Book
History25 Chapters

2 Kings

Elisha’s ministry, decline of the divided monarchies, and the eventual exile of Israel and Judah.

Author: JeremiahOpen Book
History29 Chapters

1 Chronicles

Genealogical heritage from Adam to David, priestly order, and temple preparation emphasizing pure worship.

Author: EzraOpen Book
History36 Chapters

2 Chronicles

The temple from Solomon to the Babylonian exile, highlighting revival kings who sought the Lord.

Author: EzraOpen Book
History10 Chapters

Ezra

Return of the Jewish exiles from Babylon, rebuilding the second temple, and spiritual reformation through the Law.

Author: EzraOpen Book
History13 Chapters

Nehemiah

Rebuilding Jerusalem’s defensive walls in 52 days, courageous leadership, and social-covenant renewal.

Author: NehemiahOpen Book
History10 Chapters

Esther

God’s unseen providence preserving His people against annihilation in Persia “for such a time as this.”

Author: Mordecai / UnknownOpen Book
Poetry & Wisdom42 Chapters

Job

The mystery of innocent suffering, divine sovereignty, and unshakeable trust in the Almighty Redeemer.

Author: Job / MosesOpen Book
Poetry & Wisdom150 Chapters

Psalms

The master prayerbook and hymnal of Israel: praise, lament, thanksgiving, messianic hope, and communion with God.

Author: David / Asaph / Sons of Korah / MosesOpen Book
Poetry & Wisdom31 Chapters

Proverbs

Practical godliness, moral discernment, and the fear of the Lord as the foundation of all true wisdom.

Author: Solomon / Agur / LemuelOpen Book
Poetry & Wisdom12 Chapters

Ecclesiastes

The vanity of life “under the sun” without God, culminating in the duty to fear God and keep His commandments.

Author: Solomon (The Preacher)Open Book
Poetry & Wisdom8 Chapters

Song of Solomon

The sacred beauty and passionate intimacy of marital love, allegorically reflecting Christ and His bride.

Author: SolomonOpen Book
Major Prophets66 Chapters

Isaiah

The Holy One of Israel, judgment on nations, the Suffering Servant (Isaiah 53), and future restoration in new heavens.

Author: IsaiahOpen Book
Major Prophets52 Chapters

Jeremiah

The weeping prophet warning Judah of exile, false trust in ritual, and the promise of the New Covenant written on the heart.

Author: JeremiahOpen Book
Major Prophets5 Chapters

Lamentations

Acrostic mourning over Jerusalem’s destruction, yet celebrating God’s steadfast mercies that are new every morning.

Author: JeremiahOpen Book
Major Prophets48 Chapters

Ezekiel

The departure and return of God’s radiant glory, the valley of dry bones, and the vision of a transformed temple.

Author: EzekielOpen Book
Major Prophets12 Chapters

Daniel

God’s dominion over world empires, uncompromising faith in Babylon, and visions of the Son of Man and the eternal kingdom.

Author: DanielOpen Book
Minor Prophets14 Chapters

Hosea

God’s relentless, pursuing love for an unfaithful people, portrayed through Hosea’s marriage to Gomer.

Author: HoseaOpen Book
Minor Prophets3 Chapters

Joel

The Day of the Lord, national repentance, and the promised outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon all flesh.

Author: JoelOpen Book
Minor Prophets9 Chapters

Amos

Divine justice demanding that righteousness roll down like waters, condemning hypocrisy and economic oppression.

Author: AmosOpen Book
Minor Prophets1 Chapter

Obadiah

The humbling of Edom for its pride and violence against Israel, and the ultimate triumph of Mount Zion.

Author: ObadiahOpen Book
Minor Prophets4 Chapters

Jonah

God’s boundless mercy extending even to Israel’s worst enemies in Nineveh, rebuking ethnocentric prejudice.

Author: JonahOpen Book
Minor Prophets7 Chapters

Micah

Walking humbly with God, doing justice, loving kindness, and the ruler promised from Bethlehem Ephrathah.

Author: MicahOpen Book
Minor Prophets3 Chapters

Nahum

The judgment and downfall of Nineveh’s brutal empire; God as a refuge for those who trust Him in day of trouble.

Author: NahumOpen Book
Minor Prophets3 Chapters

Habakkuk

Wrestling with why wickedness prospers, resting in the revelation that “the righteous shall live by his faith.”

Author: HabakkukOpen Book
Minor Prophets3 Chapters

Zephaniah

The great Day of the Lord clearing away idolatry, followed by joyful singing as God rejoices over His redeemed.

Author: ZephaniahOpen Book
Minor Prophets2 Chapters

Haggai

Calling returned exiles to prioritize rebuilding God’s house over their paneled homes: “Consider your ways.”

Author: HaggaiOpen Book
Minor Prophets14 Chapters

Zechariah

Apocalyptic visions of restoration, the humble King riding on a donkey, and the fountain opened for cleansing sin.

Author: ZechariahOpen Book
Minor Prophets4 Chapters

Malachi

Confronting spiritual complacency, robing God in tithes, and the coming Sun of Righteousness with healing in His wings.

Author: MalachiOpen Book

New Testament Canon

(27 books · Koine Greek)
Gospels28 Chapters

Matthew

Jesus the Messiah and King of the Jews, fulfilling Old Testament prophecy and establishing the Kingdom of Heaven.

Author: Matthew (Levi)Open Book
Gospels16 Chapters

Mark

Jesus the Servant of God and powerful Son of God who came not to be served, but to serve and give His life as a ransom.

Author: John MarkOpen Book
Gospels24 Chapters

Luke

Jesus the compassionate Son of Man who came to seek and save the lost, welcoming outcasts, Gentiles, and the poor.

Author: LukeOpen Book
Gospels21 Chapters

John

Jesus the eternal Word made flesh, the divine Son of God, offering eternal life and light to all who believe.

Author: John the ApostleOpen Book
Church History28 Chapters

Acts

The Holy Spirit’s empowerment of the early church to witness in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.

Author: LukeOpen Book
Pauline Epistles16 Chapters

Romans

The gospel of God’s righteousness: justification by faith apart from the law, life in the Spirit, and unity in the body.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles16 Chapters

1 Corinthians

Addressing divisions, sexual purity, spiritual gifts, the supremacy of love (1 Cor 13), and the bodily resurrection.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles13 Chapters

2 Corinthians

Paul’s defense of apostolic ministry: power made perfect in human weakness, reconciliation, and sacrificial generosity.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles6 Chapters

Galatians

Christian freedom through faith in Christ alone versus legalistic circumcision; walking by the Spirit bearing fruit.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles6 Chapters

Ephesians

Our riches in Christ, salvation by grace through faith, the mystery of the unified Church, and the Armor of God.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles4 Chapters

Philippians

Rejoicing in the Lord in all circumstances, the humility of Christ (Kenosis), and finding contentment through His strength.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles4 Chapters

Colossians

The cosmic preeminence and all-sufficiency of Christ, in whom all the fullness of the Deity dwells bodily.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles5 Chapters

1 Thessalonians

Exemplary faith, holy living, encouragement concerning the Lord’s second coming, and watching like children of light.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles3 Chapters

2 Thessalonians

Clarifying the Day of the Lord, perseverance under persecution, and warning against idleness while awaiting Christ.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles6 Chapters

1 Timothy

Pastoral instructions for sound doctrine, church leadership (overseers and deacons), and fight of the good faith.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles4 Chapters

2 Timothy

Paul’s final charge from prison: unashamed endurance, guarding the deposit of truth, and finishing the race.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles3 Chapters

Titus

Appointing elders in Crete, setting things in order, and living out good works motivated by the grace of God.

Author: PaulOpen Book
Pauline Epistles1 Chapter

Philemon

Christian brotherhood and reconciliation: urging Philemon to receive his runaway slave Onesimus as a beloved brother.

Author: PaulOpen Book
General Epistles13 Chapters

Hebrews

The absolute superiority of Jesus Christ over angels, Moses, and the Levitical priesthood; holding fast to faith.

Author: Unknown (attributed to Paul, Apollos, or Barnabas)Open Book
General Epistles5 Chapters

James

Living faith verified by works, taming the tongue, wisdom from above, and prayer for one another in trials.

Author: James (brother of Jesus)Open Book
General Epistles5 Chapters

1 Peter

Living hope amidst suffering, holy priesthood of believers, and standing firm in the true grace of God.

Author: PeterOpen Book
General Epistles3 Chapters

2 Peter

Growing in spiritual maturity, warning against false teachers, and anticipating the new heavens and new earth.

Author: PeterOpen Book
General Epistles5 Chapters

1 John

Walking in the light, assurance of salvation, mutual love as proof of rebirth, and victory that overcomes the world.

Author: John the ApostleOpen Book
General Epistles1 Chapter

2 John

Walking in truth and love while guarding against deceivers who deny the incarnation of Jesus Christ.

Author: John the ApostleOpen Book
General Epistles1 Chapter

3 John

Commending Gaius for hospitality to traveling missionaries and rebuking proud Diotrephes.

Author: John the ApostleOpen Book
General Epistles1 Chapter

Jude

Contending earnestly for the faith once delivered to the saints against apostates; doxology to Him who keeps us.

Author: Jude (brother of Jesus and James)Open Book
Apocalyptic22 Chapters

Revelation

The revelation of Jesus Christ as reigning King, judgment on the beast and dragon, and the New Jerusalem where God wipes away every tear.

Author: John the ApostleOpen Book