Words of Delight: A Literary Introduction to the Bible

In this introduction to Scripture, Leland Ryken organizes biblical passages into literary genres including narratives, poetry, proverbs, and drama, demonstrating that knowledge of a genre’s characteristics enriches one’s understanding of individual passages. He offers a volume brimming over with wonderful insights into Old and New Testament books and passages–insights that have escaped most traditional commentators.

• Lucerna Academy families: Use this book for 5 weeks in American Literature, 2 weeks in British Literature, 11 weeks in World Literature, 9 weeks in Year 1 Rhetoric Literature, 13 weeks in Year 2 Rhetoric Literature, 13 weeks in Year 2 Honors Rhetoric Literature, 5 weeks in Year 3 Rhetoric Literature, and 5 weeks in Year 3 Honors Rhetoric Literature.
• Tapestry of Grace families: The second edition of this literary introduction to the Bible is our spine book for Year 1 rhetoric literature. Additionally, it serves as a resource for all other year-plans. Keep this book on your shelf because high school students will refer to it repeatedly!