Spring 2010/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 tests help the student to monitor his
or her progress. The class will be conducted entirely in Spanish.
SIGNIFICANCE FOR LIFE AND MINISTRY: The course will provide the student the
basic skills in Greek grammar needed for preaching, teaching, and personal
devotion.
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.
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. Trans. Jorge McKibben. Casa Bautista de Publicaciones,
1950.
- See the Biblical Division bibliography "Linguistic and Exegetical Books Required in the Master of Divinity Programs" available at http://schedule.fuller.edu/sot/ecds/Ling-Exeg-Biblio.html and in the Academic Advising office.
ASSIGNMENTS AND ASSESSMENT: 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.
This ECD is a reliable guide to the course design but is subject to modification. (Posted January 2010)