Greek Reading 3
In Greek Reading 3 you will continue to learn Greek grammar and vocabulary by translating all of 1 Thessalonians. Building on what you have learned in Greek Reading 1 and Greek Reading 2, you will master Level 3 grammar topics and, upon completion, you will know all vocabulary that appears 25 times or more in the Greek New Testament.
At a Glance
- Access to all Level 3 text-based resources, audio recordings, videos, and assessment tools
- Access to the BibleMesh iKnow vocabulary learning system for all words from 1 Thessalonians and all words that appear 25 times or more in the Greek New Testament
- 24/7 access for 12 months to complete the course at your own pace
- Take the course either as a Stand-Alone Course or with an Academic Support Bundle. Which one is right for me?
More Details
In Greek Reading 3 you will continue to learn Greek grammar and vocabulary by translating all of 1 Thessalonians. Accessing our online course at your own convenience, you will read text-based resources, watch instructional videos, listen to audio recordings, use our cutting-edge vocabulary building application, and engage our extensive assessment tools. Using this combination of learning methods, you will master Level 3 grammatical concepts and review Level 1–2 grammatical concepts. Upon completion of the course, you will also know all vocabulary that appears 25 times or more in the Greek New Testament. Your guided reading of 1 Thessalonians will deepen your understanding of the Greek language and increase your confidence to read the Greek New Testament.
This course is suitable for you if you have completed Greek Reading 1 and Greek Reading 2, or if you have previously studied Greek at an intermediate level and are looking to refresh your knowledge.
Example Timeframe: 8–10 hours per week in order to complete in 16 weeks
Which option is right for me?
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Course overview
You will learn vocabulary words that appear 25–50 times in the Greek New Testament (about 125 words total), review the content of Level 1 and Level 2, and learn key information about the following grammar topics:
- Stative Verbs
- Perfect Indicative Forms
- Second Perfect Indicative Forms
- Infinitive with Prepositions
- Stative Infinitives (with Infinitive Forms Review)
- Subjunctive Forms
- Participles: Substantival and Adjectival Uses
- Participles: Adverbial Uses
- Participles: Special Uses (e.g., Genitive Absolutes, Periphrastics)
- Participle Forms Overview
- Imperfective Participle Forms
- Perfective Participle Forms
- Optative Mood
- Liquid Verbs
- Changes in Aspect Stems
- Μι Verbs
- Third Declension Forms
- First and Second Declension Irregularities
- Genitive Case: Adjectival and Adverbial Uses
- Dative Case: Adverbial Uses
- Accusative Case: Advanced Uses
- Relative Pronouns
- Reflexive Pronouns
- Indefinite and Interrogative Pronouns
- Reciprocal Pronouns
- Conditional Sentences
- Special Uses of the Article
Instructors
Dr. Mark Dubis
Mark Dubis is Professor of Biblical Studies at Union University in Jackson, Tennessee. He has a passion for ancient languages, having taught Greek, Hebrew, and Latin. He also has a special concern for the global needs of Bible translation. He is the author of 1 Peter: A Handbook on the Greek Text among other publications. Mark provides a high-level understanding of both linguistic and exegetical principles and, from his years in the classroom, he knows how to make student learning enjoyable and effective.
Dr. Nicholas Ellis
Nicholas Ellis has been College Lecturer of Biblical and Hellenistic Greek at Wycliffe Hall, University of Oxford since 2009. With an academic background in biblical studies, Jewish studies, and especially New Testament studies, Nicholas provides the team with excellent classroom experience and a background in linguistic, theological, and historical research.
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