INTRODUCTION “Biblical criticism” refers to various methods of study and investigation of the textual content of the Bible. In general, it simply describes examining the Bible in a scholarly and critical manner. Therefore, when the term "criticism" or "criticism" is used in this way, it does not primarily denote something negative, but rather a careful consideration of the authenticity and historicity of the biblical text. These literary critics also look at the origins and purposes of the books of the Bible. It is very important to understand that not all literary criticism of the Bible is false or harmful.#“Higher criticism” and “lower criticism” are two main branches of biblical criticism. “Lower Criticism” is the branch that studies various textual issues and evaluates the evidence to determine the most accurate textual reading. On the other hand, “Higher Criticism” is the specific study of dates, authorship, origins and overall authenticity of books. Much of the higher criticism concerns the Old Testament, particularly the first five books. Let us consider the nature of higher criticism and the fallacy of liberal higher criticism.BIBLICAL LITERARY CRITICISM: HIGHER CRITICISMUnfortunately, most biblical critics approach the Bible with assumptions. First, many assume that predictive prophecies do not exist. Second, a majority assumes the falsity of miraculous activity, whatever its nature or period. Third, many of them come to the study denying the concept of inspiration or direct revelation from God.# Because of critiques like this with their presumptions and rationalist mindset, I... .... middle of paper... ...McDowell, Josh The new evidence that demands a verdict. Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1999.Mosher, Keith A. The Book That God “Breathed” Pulaski: Sain Publications, 2008.Jensen, Irving L. Jensen's Investigation of the Old Testament. Chicago: Moody Publishers, 1978. Perrin, Norman. What is editorial criticism? Philadelphia: Fortress Press, 1969. Pfeiffer, R.H. Introduction to the Old Testament. New York: Harper and Brothers Publishers, 1948. The Holy Bible, New King James Version. Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 2004. Notes and Articles: The Hague, Canon E. (2002) The Fundamentals: A Testimony to the Truth, “The History of Higher Criticism.” Flight. 1, item 1. Chicago Baker Book House. Templeton/Williams Session 1 Lecture Notes Websites: http://heartoftn.net/users/gary27/wilson.htmhttp://www.theopedia.com/Biblical_criticism#ref-0