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 Bible with greater insight.
Introduces readers to the literary forms and genres that appear in each book of the Bible Written by a renowned literary scholar Examines specific literary terms, genres, motifs, archetypes, figures of speech, rhetorical devices, and more A companion to Ryken's A Complete Handbook of Literary Forms in the Bible