This book provides a comprehensive overview of the entire Old Testament, organized in 7 time periods that include the following: 1) the major people, 2) the major events, 3) dates for each period 4) the books in their chronological sequence in the appropriate time period. Due to its critical importance, understanding biblical prophecy, and biblical poetry are included along with understanding the monarchy particularly during the divided and single kingdoms. After understanding the Bible, it is now time for the 7 keys for studying the Bible. These keys can be used for the scholar or the novice to gain insight from the text BEFORE looking at commentaries. This gives the Christian confidence in their ability to study and understand the Bible themselves without having to solely depend on a pastor or teacher.