The Five Books of Law in the Bible

5 Books of Law in the Old Testament

Last Updated: January 16, 2024By Tags: , ,

Quick Facts on the 5 Books of Law

The first segment of books in the Old Testament are known as the Books of Law.  In Hebrew, these books are known as the Torah, and in Greek they are known as the Pentateuch.

  • Author of the Law: Moses by the instruction from God
  • Number of Laws: 613 total Laws
  • The Books of Law are the first five books in the Bible

The Books of Law in Order

  • Genesis

    • Author: Moses
    • Written: 1450 BC – 1400 BC

  • Exodus

    • Author: Moses
    • Written: 1445 BC – 1440 BC

  • Leviticus

    • Author: Moses
    • Written: 1445 BC – 1400 BC

  • Numbers

    • Author: Moses
    • Written: 1445 BC – 1400 BC

  • Deuteronomy

    • Author: Moses
    • Written: 1401 BC – 1400 BC

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