Winter 2008/Pasadena
LG512B
Gonzalez
LG512B: INTRODUCCION AL GRIEGO. Camilo Gonzalez.
DESCRIPTION: The second 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 tests help the student to monitor
his or her progress. The class will be conducted entirely in Spanish.
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 with 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 rev. ed. 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 and Spanish. Only students who were registered in the
Fall 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.
This ECD is a reliable guide to the course design but is subject to modification. (10/07)