Bible History

History of the Bible in India

52 AD

Thomas the Apostle arrived in India and spread Christianity.

Early Centuries

Scriptures were used in Syriac (Peshitta) in Kerala churches.

1714

First Tamil New Testament printed by Bartholomäus Ziegenbalg.

1800s

William Carey translated Bible into multiple Indian languages.

Modern Era

Bible available in 100+ Indian languages through Bible Society of India.

Famous Bible Stories

Feeding of the 5000

Jesus fed thousands with five loaves and two fish.

Red Sea Crossing

Moses parted the sea for Israelites to escape Egypt.

Daniel in Lions' Den

God protected Daniel from lions because of his faith.

David and Goliath

David defeated the giant with faith and courage.

Jonah and the Fish

Jonah was swallowed by a great fish and obeyed God.

Crucifixion of Jesus

Jesus died on the cross for the sins of humanity.