Session 1
Introduction to Recitation
In our first 90-minute session, we discuss how Scripture recitation is not only an excellent discipleship activity, but also leads to a new perspective and deeper understanding of the Bible. Video clips, demonstrations, and discussion will conclude with your selection of a passage to recite.
Self-study
Recitation Bible study
Using a Bible study guide developed specifically for reciters, you will have time to consider the conditions and relationships that brought your passage into being and which influence the tone of the message. Resources provided in our first session will help you with recall and mastery of the passage.
Session 2
Clarifying your message
In our second 90-minute session, we guide you through a series of activities to help you accurately express the intended meaning of your passage by using tone of voice, emphasis, and pacing. We finish with key exercises and practices that will ensure your success.
Coaching
Coaching sessions
Get additional practice speaking your passage aloud. These coaching sessions are best done in the same space in which you will be reciting. This allows you to become familiar with every aspect of your delivery.
Preparation
Consider what passage you would like to recite. Use our passage selector tool to help you with this.
Download the Verses Bible memory app to accelerate your learning.
Enlist your friends to study the passage with you.
Resources
The Recitation Bible Study guide
Get helpful tips from The Art of Reciting Scripture available at Westbow Press, a division of Zondervan, and on Amazon.com
Hearing v. Reading comparison
Videos
See other recitations of Scripture on the By Heart YouTube channel
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