The Old Testament—The Pentateuch
Genesis
The book of beginnings—the creation; the fall of man; the beginnings of the chosen people.
Exodus
The story of the going out of the chosen people from Egypt to Canaan, with an account of God's dealings with his people in guiding them into national life.
Leviticus
Laws and ceremonies of the tabernacle for the priestly tribe of Levi, as a guide in their service.
Numbers
The book of the numbering of the people on two occasions—(1) At Sinai, in the second year of the wanderings; (2) On the Jordan, in the fortieth year. Containing the story of the wanderings, from Sinai to the countries east of the Jordan.
Deuteronomy
The repetition of the Law, to the people who had been born in the wilderness, as applied to the coming life in Canaan; appointment of Joshua to succeed Moses; the account of the death of Moses.