Write an essay (750-1,000 words) on the process of canonizing the Bible (Old Testament and New Testament).
Give a summary of the historical process and be sure to emphasize the criteria that the ancient synagogues and churches used to decide which books would be in the canon.
Support your position by referencing three to five academic resources, preferably from the GCU Library, including the Bible and the textbook. Incorporate the research into your writing in an appropriate, scholarly manner.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.