Diagramming the Scriptures

by Shirley M. Forsen

". . . In Diagramming the Scriptures. . . the curriculum starts with the simple sentence, adds precept upon precept until the learner is able to master complex sentences. . . As each concept is introduced, the student has plenty of practice, followed by quizzes, and later a cumulative test over the entire text. As an educator, a homeschool parent, and a tutor I see this curriculum as an excellent choice for a homeschool, a Christian school classroom, or for an individual of any age who is interested in studying grammar or God's Word, word by word." Deana Haines, Families for Home Education Executive Director ". . .I am quite pleased to recommend your book to college professors as an excellent addition to their basic texts in teaching English grammar. . . Since your examples and exercises utilize Bible sentences, your book is also a valuable asset to the study of hermeneutics." Jim Anderson, Chancellor, Midwestern Baptist College, SBC "Diagramming the Scriptures is a unique way to help focus the Bible student on the words and meanings of Scripture. I commend Shirley Forsen for providing this excellent book and recommend it to all who desire to "go deeper" in their study of God's Word." Dr John A Hash, Bible Pathway Ministries ". . .I recommend Diagramming the Scriptures to all scholars to clarify interpretations of all books and to all teachers of grammar." Glada Kelley, retired teacher and librarian ". . .The best and unique part of Miss Forsen's book is that Bible verses are used for the examples and exercises. This teaches the student an important aspect of "rightly dividing the word of truth" understanding how the structure of the verse influences its meaning. Diagramming the Scriptures teaches necessary skills, both educational and spiritual." Laura Blunk, college freshman

348 pages, Paperback

First published June 10, 2010

Reviews

[Debbie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I would have liked this book better if there was a index in the back of the book listing the verses and page numbers. Also, the King James version is a little cumbersome for some to understand. That said, the diagramming is great with the parts of speech explained well. I found myself flipping back and forth through the pages a lot when trying to diagram a section of Scripture. There must be a better way to utilize this great resource.

[Thomas Vidal · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very thorough book on diagramming and grammar

This is a wonderful little book that breaks down grammar from simple sentences and constructions to very complex ones. It does so using Bible passages, which makes the endeavor even more worthwhile. For young students, having grammar examples that are so familiar—and that are real sentences from the Word—makes the work fun and engaging. Forsen employs real skill in describing abstract grammatical concepts in a digestible way.

[Jorge Morales · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent source to do exegesis, and to analyze Bible verses. I really appreciate the exams sections, it truly helps to make sure you have learned the concepts. A positive aspect is that you can apply the concepts to any language specially in Greek. I have not tried Hebrew language yet.
Great source if you are planning on going into graduate school.