See how public-domain primary sources by Ussher, Isaac Newton, and Osborn date each event. Editorial conversions and estimates remain distinct from original statements.
Early Genesis events from creation through Babel
God creates the heavens and the earth.
From Abraham through Joseph and Jacob's household entering Egypt
Joseph is sold by his brothers and taken to Egypt.
Jacob's household goes down to Egypt where Joseph lives.
Moses' birth, the Exodus, Sinai covenant, and entry into Canaan
Israel receives God's covenant and law at Sinai.
Joshua leads Israel across the Jordan to Jericho.
From the judges through the kingdoms of Saul, David, and Solomon
Judges are raised after the generation of Joshua.
Saul is anointed and established as king of Israel.
David is established as king over Judah and all Israel.
Solomon builds and dedicates the temple in Jerusalem.
From the division of the kingdom to the fall of Samaria
After Solomon, the kingdom divides into Israel and Judah.
Assyria captures Samaria and exiles northern Israel.
The fall of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile
Babylon captures Jerusalem and takes Judah into exile.
From Cyrus' decree through completion of the Second Temple
Cyrus authorizes return and rebuilding of the Jerusalem temple.
Zerubbabel and the returning community go back to Jerusalem.
The rebuilt temple in Jerusalem is completed and dedicated.
Transitions among ancient empires connected to the biblical setting
Alexander the Great conquers the Persian Empire.
The birth, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is crucified and rises from the dead.