Many fields of study compare
the Bible and history, ranging from
archeology and
astronomy to
linguistics and
comparative literature. Studying the
Bible may provide insight into ancient and modern
culture,
mythology, and
morality. Scholars also examine the historical context of Bible passages, the importance ascribed to events by the authors, and the contrast between the descriptions of these events and historical evidence. Historical analysis of the Bible includes
historicity of the Bible, whether the Bible is an accurate
history of ancient Israel and Judah.