Structure. The canon overview is arranged as follows: first the Tanakh (תַּנַ"ךְ) — consisting of Torah (Instruction), Nevi'im (Prophets) and Ketuvim (Writings) — then the Brit Chadasha (Renewed Covenant). Each section unfolds per Scripture. Each Scripture shows at the second level: contextual description, characteristics, Messianic connection, key words and a chapter outline.

Labels used. Each Scripture carries one or more colour-coded labels indicating its primary character:

CovenantContains covenant texts or covenant types directly relevant to the covenant studies. MessianicContains direct Messianic prophecies, types or citations applied to Yeshua in the NT. ProphecyProphetic book — God speaking through a messenger to Israel and the nations. TorahContains or discusses Torah content: the instruction of YHWH as life-structure. WisdomWisdom literature — practical and philosophical reflection on the good life before God. ApocalypticApocalyptic genre — symbolic visions of the struggle between God's kingdom and the world powers. HistoryHistorical narrative — describes the acts of God in the actual history of Israel. LiturgyLiturgical use — part of the fixed reading cycle at feasts or Temple service. GospelGospel book — the good news of the life, death and resurrection of Yeshua. EpistleLetter/epistle — instruction to a community or individual about faith and life.

Parashot. The Torah is divided into 54 weekly reading portions (parashot). The parasha study cycle is on the parasha calendar.

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