The Old Testament has 39 books and details the creation of the world, the flood, the calling and the history of the Jewish nation, especially as it relates to preparation for the coming of Christ. The New Testament contains 27 books and chronicles the birth, life and death of Christ, the history of the early Church, the teaching on life as a Christian, and revelation. Two terms that are sometimes confused are revelation and illumination. Revelation - God communicates to man truth he could not know in any other way. Illumination - The Holy Spirit moves upon the mind of a Christian in right relationship with God, enabling him to understand the truths of God.
Interpretation means to ascertain the true sense of what is written.
Interpreting Scripture correctly calls for correct consideration of grammar, exact meaning of words, context, character of the book, and for application of that which one understands to his life.