Intro to Biblical Greek

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This course will present a thorough introduction to the original language of the New Testament (Koine Greek), which will enhance the students’ Bible study skills, even if after the class they only read the New Testament in English. The class will focus on understanding the structure of the language, particularly the Noun Case System, so as to develop in the student the skills necessary to recognize and appreciate the significance of Koine’s preciseness. The class will expose the student to a basic Greek vocabulary and explain the challenges involved in the process of translating the Greek New Testament text. The students will also be introduced to the field of Textual Criticism as it relates to the different versions (translations) of the Bible that we use today.