ESV Literary Study Bible

• 1,200+ study notes focusing on the literary elements of passages throughout the Bible
• General introduction to the Bible’s literary features
• Introductions to each book of the Bible
• Smyth-sewn binding
• Type Size: 9.0 pt
• Words of Christ Black

“The ESV Literary Study Bible is a treasure trove of observation and analysis regarding how the form of Scripture’s passages and accounts affects our understanding and application of the written content. I welcome this repackaging of an already classic volume that makes it even more accessible and helpful for accurate and insightful Bible exposition.”
Bryan Chapell, Senior Pastor, Grace Presbyterian Church, Peoria, Illinois

“People often talk about the importance of reading the Bible but less so about how to read the Bible. And while unlimited resources seem to be available to help Bible readers along the lines of a historical-grammatical method, it is the ESV Literary Study Bible that continues to be the best, and nearly singular, resource to encourage us along literary lines. Preachers of the Bible must know that God’s word comes to us in a variety of literary forms—and that this work will help shape their reading and preparation.”
David R. Helm, Chairman of the Board, Charles Simeon Trust; Pastor, Holy Trinity Church, Chicago

“That the Bible is inspired means that its imagery, structure, characterizations, and style are also inspired. When we overlook the literary dimensions of the Bible, we miss its full meaning and its aesthetic power. In the ESV Literary Study Bible, Leland Ryken, one of our best Christian literary scholars, guides us through the Scriptures, unobtrusively helping us to appreciate what we are reading, pointing out the qualities and forms that make the Bible the greatest of all books.”
Gene Edward Veith Jr., Emeritus Professor of Literature, Patrick Henry College; author, Reading Between the Lines: A Christian Guide to Literature