Translation guide
The first part of the Christian Bible, containing the Hebrew scriptures. In Japanese, it is most commonly referred to as 旧約聖書 (きゅうやくせいしょ).
Referring to the collection of books that form the first part of the Christian Bible.
Standard term for the Old Testament in Japanese. Used in both religious and general contexts.
旧約聖書はユダヤ教の聖典でもあります。
The Old Testament is also a sacred text of Judaism.
彼は旧約聖書の研究をしています。
He studies the Old Testament.
Abbreviation of 旧約聖書, often used in compound terms or when the context is clear.
旧約と新約の違いを説明してください。
Please explain the difference between the Old and New Testaments.