Books on Biblical Languages
Booklist
Greek for the Rest of Us
by: William Mounce
Although it isn't a "college" level course on Greek, this is an excellent place to begin. Mounce teaches the basics of Greek and how to use the tools that are available.
Theology
The Word of God in English
by: Leland Ryken
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, what readers are presented with as biblical text is actually far from the original text.
Leland Ryken writes with clarity and compulsion on how to choose an "English" Bible. As a significant part of the translation team for the ESV, his choice is understandable. However, this is a great source for Bible understanding Bible translation.
How To Study Your Bible
by: Kay Arthur
Kay Arthur has done a great service to the Body of Christ in writing this excellent study. Arthur lays out a simple method to follow for "inductive Bible study." The method moves from "observation" to finding out what the text means, "interpretation." She is noted for her symbols in marking the text. Although you could develope your own system, this is a good start. There are also good examples on how to use tools for getting behind the text into word studies. This is an excellent tool for those who want to begin to study their Bible.
