Spring 2006/Pasadena
LG512C
Gonzalez
LG512C: INTRODUCCION AL GRIEGO [Beginning Greek]. Camilo Gonzalez.
DESCRIPTION: The third quarter of a three-quarter sequence designed to give the
student a thorough basic knowledge of the phonology, morphology, and syntax of
New Testament Greek. Periodic quizzes and texts help the student to monitor his
or her progress. The class will be conducted entirely in Spanish.
COURSE OBJECTIVES/LEARNING OUTCOMES: At the end of the three quarters the
student will be able to grammatically analyze and translate the text of the New
Testament. The student will be able to interact with critical commentaries and
to use the language tools to enrich his/her exegetical work with the New
Testament.
RELEVANCE FOR MINISTRY: The course will provide the student the basic skills in
Greek grammar needed for preaching, teaching, and personal devotion.
COURSE FORMAT: The course method is based on preparation of carefully designed
lessons before coming to class. The class sessions consist of recitation
and discussion of questions and problems, as well as presentations of material
as needed. The class will meet twice weekly for two-hour sessions.
REQUIRED READING:
- Aland, K.; M. Black; C. Martini; B. Metzger; and A. Wikgren, eds.
The Greek New Testament. 4th ed. (revised). United Bible Societies,
1993.
- Danker, F. W. A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and Other
Early Christian Literature. 3d ed. Based on Walter
Bauer. . . . Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 2000
[BDAG].
- Davis, Guillermo H. Gramática elemental del Griego del Nuevo
Testamento. Tr. Jorge McKibben. Casa Bautista de Publicaciones, 1950.
- See the Biblical Division bibliography "Linguistic and Exegetical Books Required in the Master of Divinity Program" available in the SOT Academic
Advising office.
ASSIGNMENTS: Each student is expected to be present at all class sessions with
homework and the assigned lessons fully prepared. There will be periodic
quizzes and tests to help the student to monitor his or her progress. There
will also be a midterm and final examination.
PREREQUISITES: LG512A, LG512B and Spanish. Only students who were registered in
the winter quarter of this section may register for this class.
RELATIONSHIP TO CURRICULUM: The three-quarter sequence LG512A/B/C meets the
MDiv core requirement in Greek (GRK).
FINAL EXAMINATION: Yes.