How to Read the Bible as Literature(1stEdition) . . . 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 ..."
Dickens's "Great Expectations"(1stEdition) (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 ..."
The Legacy of the King James Bible(1stEdition) 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 ..."
"In this comprehensive and systematic volume, renowned literary expert Leland Ryken introduces readers to the specific themes, patterns, and techniques used by the biblical authors. A companion to Ryken’s A Complete Handbook of Literary Forms in the Bible, this practical guidebook will equip you to interpret each book of the Bible through the lens of its literary forms and features—helping you faithfully read, understand, and teach the B ..."
A Christian Guide to the Classics(1stEdition) (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 ..."
"For the last 60 years, J. I. Packer has exerted a steady and remarkable influence on evangelical theology and practice. His many books, articles, and lectures have shaped entire generations of Christians, helping elevate their view of God and enliven their love for God. In this new biography, well-known scholar Leland Ryken provides readers with a compelling overview of Packer’s interesting life and influential legacy. Exploring his chi ..."
Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter(1stEdition) (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 ..."
"A Christian Approach to Work and Leisure Leland Ryken. 88 Lessons from
History Medieval Asceticism The Middle Ages produced little theorizing about
leisure, but one development is important to my attempt later to integrate leisure
with Christianity. I noted in an earlier chapter that leisure presupposes the
legitimacy of pleasure. Aristotle, in fact, discussed leisure as part of the human
quest for happiness, which he regarded as t ..."
Shakespeare's Macbeth(1stEdition) (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 ..."
"El «Diccionario enciclopédico de imágenes y símbolos de la Biblia» es la primera obra de referencia contemporánea dedicada a la exploración de las imágenes, símbolos, motivos, metáforas y modelos literarios que se encuentran en la Biblia.Todo lector de la Biblia se ha encontrado con el poder que tienen en nosotros las imágenes y símbolos de las Escrituras ya que son enigmáticas y desconcertantes. Estas imágenes con su fuerza oculta se h ..."
Understanding English Bible Translation(1stEdition) 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