How to Read the Bible as Literature(1st Edition) . . . and Get More Out of It by Dr. LelandRyken Paperback, 208 Pages, Published 1984 by Zondervan Bargain Price ISBN-13: 978-0-310-39021-3, ISBN: 0-310-39021-4
"Why the Good Book Is a Great Read If you want to rightly understand the Bible, you must begin by recognizing what it is: a composite of literary styles. It is meant to be read, not just interpreted. The Bible's truths are embedded like jewels in the rich strata of story and poetry, metaphor and proverb, parable and letter, satire and symbolism. Paying attention to the literary form of a passage will help you understand the meaning and t ..."
"With so many Bible translations available, how do you make a choice between them? How do you even know what the criteria should be for making a choice? As an expert in English literature and literary theory, Leland Ryken approaches the translation debate from a practical artistic viewpoint. He believes that many modern translations take liberties with the biblical text that would not be allowed with any other type of literary work. Also ..."
The Liberated Imagination Thinking Christianly About the Arts by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 284 Pages, Published 2005 by Wipf & Stock Pub ISBN-13: 978-1-59752-314-1, ISBN: 1-59752-314-3
"The arts--merely entertaining or indispensable? The arts belong to the Christian life. And in 'The Liberated Imagination' author Leland Ryken explores the God-ordained significance of art-its nature and purpose in relating to truth and everyday life. For both artist and audience, for student, teacher, and critic, this book is a road to discovering how participation in art and the imagination leads to a more intense sharing in life's ric ..."
A Christian Guide to the Classics(1st Edition) (Christian Guides to the Classics) by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 112 Pages, Published 2015 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-4703-4, ISBN: 1-4335-4703-1
"We’ve all heard about the classics and some of us have even read them on our own. But for those of us who remain a bit intimidated or simply want to get more out of our reading, this companion to Crossway’s Christian Guides to the Classics series is here to help. In this brief guidebook, popular professor, author, and literary expert Leland Ryken explains what the classics are, how to read them, and why they’re still valuable. Written ..."
"Henrietta Mears With his ability to exercise proven authority apparently impaired,
David lives to see his own sins of murder and adultery replicated in the lives of
his sons. V. Philips Long In the scenic, succinct, and subtle narratives that
constitute the books of Samuel, the danger of“overreading,” of becoming overly
subtle in interpretation, is ever-present, but so is the danger of “underreading.” V.
Philips Long Doctrinally, t ..."
Windows to the World Literature in Christian Perspective: by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 192 Pages, Published 2000 by Wipf & Stock Pub ISBN-13: 978-1-57910-340-8, ISBN: 1-57910-340-5
"by. Leland. Ryken. The Apocalyptic Vision in “Paradise Lost” The Christian
Imagination (editor) Contemporary Literary Theory: An Appraisal (coeditor)
Culture in Christian Perspective Effective Bible Teaching (co-author) How to
Read the Bible as Literature The Liberated Imagination: Thinking Christianly
about the Arts The Literature of the Bible Milton and Scriptural Tradition (co-editor
) The New Testament in Literary Criticism (edi ..."
Worldly Saints The Puritans As They Really Were by Dr. LelandRyken, J. I. Packer Paperback, 281 Pages, Published 1990 by Zondervan ISBN-13: 978-0-310-32501-7, ISBN: 0-310-32501-3
"'Ryken's Worldly Saints offers a fine introduction to seventeenth-century Puritanism in its English and American contexts. The work is rich in quotations from Puritan worthies and is ideally suited to general readers who have not delved widely into Puritan literature. It will also be a source of information and inspiration to those who seek a clearer understanding of the Puritan roots of American Christianity.' -Harry Stout, Yale Univ ..."
"In this updated edition of a trusted classic, two Christian education specialists provide students with the knowledge and methods needed to effectively communicate the message of the Bible. Why does Bible study flourish in some churches and small groups and not in others? In this updated edition of a trusted classic, two Christian education specialists provide readers with the knowledge and methods needed to effectively communicate the ..."
Understanding English Bible Translation(1st Edition) The Case for an Essentially Literal Approach by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 208 Pages, Published 2009 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-0279-8, ISBN: 1-4335-0279-8
"From the KJV to the NIV, NLT, ESV, and beyond, English Bible translations have never been as plentiful as they are today. This proliferation has also brought confusion regarding translation differences and reliability. This book brings clarity to the issues and makes a strong case for an essentially literal approach. Taking into account the latest developments in Bible translation, Leland Ryken expertly clarifies the issues that underli ..."
Choosing a Bible Understanding Bible Translation Differences by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2005 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-58134-730-2, ISBN: 1-58134-730-8
"Of the many Bible translations available today, are some better than others? If so, what criteria can we use to determine what makes a good translation? Leland Ryken introduces readers to the central issues in this debate and presents several reasons why essentially literal—word-for-word—translations are superior to dynamic equivalent—thought-for-thought—translations.You don’t have to be a Bible scholar to recognize the need for a quali ..."
Milton's Paradise Lost(1st Edition) (Christian Guides to the Classics) by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 96 Pages, Published 2013 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-2620-6, ISBN: 1-4335-2620-4
"We’ve all heard about the classics and assume they’re great. Some of us have even read them on our own. But for those of us who remain a bit intimidated or simply want to get more out of our reading, Crossway’s Christian Guides to the Classics are here to help. In these short guidebooks, popular professor, author, and literary expert Leland Ryken takes you through some of the greatest literature in history while answering your question ..."
The Christian Imagination(Updated) The Practice of Faith in Literature and Writing (Writers' Palette Book) by DrLelandRyken, LelandRyken Paperback, 480 Pages, Published 2002 by Shaw Books Unabridged ISBN-13: 978-0-87788-123-0, ISBN: 0-87788-123-5
"The Christian Imagination is an exceptional exploration of Christian belief, imagination, reading, and writing. Leland Ryken has collected essays and excerpts, long and short--nearly 500 pages' worth--all devoted (some more directly than others) to "thinking Christianly about literature." Contributors including J.R.R. Tolkien, Madeleine L'Engle, Flannery O'Connor, and T.S. Eliot discuss such topics as a Christian philosophy of literatur ..."
The Liberated Imagination Thinking Christianly About the Arts (Wheaton Literary Series) by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 288 Pages, Published 2000 by Shaw Books ISBN-13: 978-0-87788-495-8, ISBN: 0-87788-495-1
"The arts--merely entertaining or indispensable? The arts belong to the Christian life. And in 'The Liberated Imagination' author Leland Ryken explores the God-ordained significance of art-its nature and purpose in relating to truth and everyday life. For both artist and audience, for student, teacher, and critic, this book is a road to discovering how participation in art and the imagination leads to a more intense sharing in life's ric ..."
"Combining thousands of insightful notes with the complete ESV Bible text, the ESV Literary Study Bible helps readers understand God's Word more fully, in all its richness and beauty. It highlights the Bible's storylines, complex characters, historical settings, literary genres, motifs, theological themes, imagery, and important terms, making the Bible come alive with greater clarity and impact. This one-of-a-kind study Bible is an indis ..."
Dickens's "Great Expectations"(1st Edition) (Christian Guides to the Classics) by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2014 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-3459-1, ISBN: 1-4335-3459-2
"All of us hear about the classics and we assume they're great, but many of us are too intimidated to read them on our own. Crossway's Christian Guides to the Classics series is designed to help readers enjoy the greatest literature in history with the aid of a gifted teacher to answer questions along the way. Popular professor, author, and literary expert Leland Ryken situates each work in its cultural context, incorporates published cr ..."
Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter(1st Edition) (Christian Guides to the Classics) by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 80 Pages, Published 2013 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-2608-4, ISBN: 1-4335-2608-5
"We’ve all heard about the classics and assume they’re great. Some of us have even read them on our own. But for those of us who remain a bit intimidated or simply want to get more out of our reading, Crossway’s Christian Guides to the Classics are here to help. In these short guidebooks, popular professor, author, and literary expert Leland Ryken takes you through some of the greatest literature in history while answering your questions ..."
Shakespeare's Macbeth(1st Edition) (Christian Guides to the Classics) by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 80 Pages, Published 2013 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-2612-1, ISBN: 1-4335-2612-3
"We've all heard about the classics and assume they're great. Some of us have even read them on our own. But for those of us who remain a bit intimidated or simply want to get more out of our reading, Crossway's Christian Guides to the Classics are here to help. In these short guidebooks, popular professor, author, and literary expert Leland Ryken takes you through some of the greatest literature in history while answering your questions ..."
The Legacy of the King James Bible(1st Edition) Celebrating 400 Years of the Most Influential English Translation by DrLelandRyken Paperback, 272 Pages, Published 2011 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-1388-6, ISBN: 1-4335-1388-9
"英語 / Originally published in 1611, the King James Bible (KJB) remains the most recognizable piece of literature in the English-speaking world today. For over three centuries, it served as the standard English Bible and has, as such, exerted unparalleled influence on English and American culture in nearly every sphere—including education, law, literature, government, art, science, and religion. The Legacy of the King James Bible honors t ..."
"★ Publishers Weekly starred reviewA Best Book of 2018 in Religion, Publishers WeeklyReading great literature well has the power to cultivate virtue. Great literature increases knowledge of and desire for the good life by showing readers what virtue looks like and where vice leads. It is not just what one reads but how one reads that cultivates virtue. Reading good literature well requires one to practice numerous virtues, such as patien ..."
"Step inside the wardrobe. . . . You may be surprised at what you find. In C. S. Lewis's classic, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, Lucy, Peter, Susan and Edmund discover Narnia for the first time, precariously navigating their way through the unpredictable, enchanted world where beavers talk, a Witch turns people to stone, and a Lion rules as King. For decades their adventure has captivated the imagination of both children and adu ..."