There are many ways to study the Bible, since it is a great book of literature, one of the most studied books of all time.  There are Bible study groups all over the world, and throughout the USA.  There are many courses on the study of the Bible, from grade school to post graduate classes.  Thus, there are a number of technical ways to study the biblical texts.  The goal of all critical studies is to discover the meaning and significance of these sacred canonical texts.