Form criticism

Form criticism helps us understand stories in the Bible by breaking them down into different parts. Think of it like building a puzzle! Each piece is part of the bigger picture. Form criticism helps us see how the story was put together by looking at its different parts.

For example, a story might start with an introduction where we meet the main characters. Then there could be a problem that the characters have to solve. Next, the characters might go on a journey or face a challenge. Finally, the story will have a conclusion where everything is resolved.

Form criticism helps us see how these different parts fit together to make a story. It also helps us understand what the author was trying to communicate by telling the story in this way. So, next time you read a story in the Bible, try to break it down into different parts and think about what each part means.