# The Recognition, Formation, and Closure of the Canon

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Podcast: [On Life & Scripture](https://stenobird.com/podcast/on-life-scripture-6738408)
Published: 2026-04-20T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.jeremysarber.com/p/the-recognition-formation-and-closure
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God’s people recognized the Old and New Testament books as Scripture, resulting in the completed and closed biblical canon. Get full access to On Life & Scripture at www.jeremysarber.com/subscribe

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