Spring 2004/Pasadena
LG560
Albritton
LG560: THEOLOGICAL LATIN 2. Joel Albritton.
DESCRIPTION:
- This course is a continuation of LG559; its aim is to develop
further the student's proficiency in Latin grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. As
the course progresses, the student will have the opportunity to translate
original passages from ancient and medieval Christian authors, an exercise
which both rewards and reinforces rote work done in the previous
quarter.
RELEVANCE FOR MINISTRY:
- A basic knowledge of Latin is essential for the advanced student of
church history and Christian theology. Many Latin texts in the vast body of
Christian theological, historical, and philosophical literature remain
untranslated, and by the end of the course the student should be able to
navigate any of these texts with the help of a dictionary. The student will
also gain a more immediate understanding of theological terminology and a
deeper appreciation for the English language's indebtedness to Latin.
COURSE FORMAT:
- This course will meet for two hours once a week. At least four
hours of study outside of class are typically required for adequate class
preparation.
REQUIRED READING:
- Collins, John F. A Primer of Ecclesiastical Latin.
Washington, D.C.: The Catholic University of America Press, 1985.
- Simpson, Donald P., ed. Cassell's Latin Dictionary: Latin-English,
English-Latin. New York: Macmillan, 1977.
RECOMMENDED READING:
- Prior, Richard E. and Joseph Wohlberg. 501 Latin Verbs.
Barron's Educational Series, Inc., 1995.
- Wilson, W. Michael. Essentials of Latin Grammar. Passport Books,
1996.
- Students are also encouraged to become familiar with the
specialized dictionaries and advanced grammatical works available in McAlister
Library.
ASSIGNMENTS:
- Three take-home assignments (35% of grade), weekly quizzes (35% of
grade), and a final examination (30% of grade).
PREREQUISITES:
- LG559. Audits permitted only with transcript evidence of prior
study.
RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM:
- Elective.
FINAL EXAMINATION:
- Yes.