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3.00 Credits
In this course, students read one of the canonical gospels in the original Greek and the other three in English translation. Class work emphasizes the grammatical differences between koine Greek and Classical Greek. The course considers the numerous non-canonical gospels and investigates the formation of the New Testament canon. Students examine textual variants in the biblical manuscripts and discuss the principles that lead textual critics to prefer one reading over another. The theory that Matthew and Luke are based on Mark and a hypothetical document "Q" is critically investigated. The course also introduces students to modern approaches to New Testament study: form, redaction, rhetorical, and postmodern criticisms. Prerequisite: GRE 102 or the equivalent. (Offered every three years)
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3.00 Credits
In this course, a Platonic dialogue such as the Symposium, the Apology, or the Crito is read in Greek, with attention directed to the character and philosophy of Socrates as they are represented by Plato. It includes a review of Greek grammar. Prerequisite: GRE 102 or the equivalent. ( Offered every three years)
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This course is a reading in Greek and discussion of some of either Homer's Iliad or Odyssey, with the entire poem read in English. Some attention is given to the cultural and historical setting and to the nature of Homeric language, but the course aims at an appreciation, through readings in the original, of the Iliad or Odyssey as a poetic masterpiece. Prerequisite: GRE 102 or the equivalent. (Offered every three years)
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In this course, selections from Herodotus' Histories are read in Greek, with much of the rest read in English. It aims to develop students' facility in Greek, acquainting them further with the Greek world through the Histories, and introducing them to the mind and thought of Herodotus, whom Cicero called "the father of history." Prerequisite: GRE 102 or the equivalen t. (Offered every three year
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This course includes a careful reading in Greek of one of the plays of Sophocles, such as Oedipus the King or Antigone, with close attention to the language of tragedy, as well as to plot construction, dramatic technique, and the issues raised by the mythic story. Prerequisite: GRE 102 or the equivalent. ( Offered every three years)
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3.00 Credits
In this course, a complete tragedy of Euripides, such as Alcestis, Bacchae, Hippolytus, or Medea, is studied in Greek, with close attention to language and style as a way of appreciating the play's broader concerns and Euripides' dramatic artistry. Prerequisite: GRE 102 or the equivalent. (Offered every three years)
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1.00 Credits
In this course, one of the comedies of Aristophanes, such as Lysistrata or Clouds, is read closely in Greek. In addition to discussing its universal human themes, the course explores its relevance to its Athenian historical period and discusses the particular nature of Aristophanic comedy. Prerequisite: GRE 102 or equivalent. ( Offered occasionally)
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3.00 Credits
This course is offered to students who have mastered the fundamentals of Greek and are now able to read substantial amounts appreciatively. Readings are chosen according to the interests and needs of the students. Prerequisites: two semesters of 200level Greek or permission of the instructor. ( Fall, offered annually)
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3.00 Credits
This course is parallel to GRE 301. ( Spring, offered annually)
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3.00 Credits
This seminar is designed to provide an integrative capstone experience for Greek, Latin, and classics majors. Teamtaught by members of the department, the structure and content of the course varies to meet the individual needs and desires of the senior majors. Possible content may include: intensive reading of Latin/Greek authors, Latin/Greek composition, surveys of Latin/Greek literature, introduction to research tools for graduate study, developing bibliographies, and designing materials in preparation for teaching. ( Spring, offered occasionally)
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