The Old Testament is, in essence, a statement of the prehistory of [[Jesus Christ]]. It documents the creation of the world by God, and the tribulations and errors of human beings, in particular His chosen people the Israelites. | The Old Testament is, in essence, a statement of the prehistory of [[Jesus Christ]]. It documents the creation of the world by God, and the tribulations and errors of human beings, in particular His chosen people the Israelites. |