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LANGUAGES
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OL912
Aramaic
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
A study of the grammar of biblical Aramaic, followed by a reading of the Aramaic portions of Ezra and Daniel, as well as short extra biblical Aramaic texts.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Nation, Trey
T
6-9pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: OL502
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Boston
OL501
Hebrew I
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Introduces basic grammar and vocabulary of biblical Hebrew, emphasizing the importance of Hebrew language for understanding the Old Testament.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Day, Quonekuia
R
6:30-9:30pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4053
Elementary Pali II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
This course is a continuation of Elementary Pali I. The goal of this course will be to complete the study of the major elements of grammar found in Pali and to strengthen the student's familiarity with the language patterns found in standard prose works. The student will begin to gain experience in a wider range of literary styles. Prerequisites: Elementary Pali I or equivalent (with the permission of the instructor). Note: Auditors not allowed. Additional section hour to be arranged.
Professor
Class Day & Time
TBD
MWF
09:00am-09:59am
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Note: Auditors not allowed. Additional section hour to be arranged.
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4057
Reading Post-Canonical Pali II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
This course is a continuation of HDS course offerings in Pali (Elementary Pali and Intermediate Pali) and focuses especially on the reading and interpretation of Theravada Buddhist commentarial texts composed in Pali. Course will include learning how to read Pali texts printed in non-Roman scripts; in the spring term, 2022, some texts will be read in Thai script. Prerequisite: Intermediate Pali II or equivalent (with instructor's permission).
Professor
Class Day & Time
Hallisey
MW
09:00am-10:15am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: Intermediate Pali II or equivalent (with instructor's permission).
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4212
Elementary Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Continuation of 4211. Focus on the reading of portions of the New Testament, along with continued work in classical Greek grammar and syntax. Course has additional section hour to be arranged. Prerequisite: Successful completion of HDS 4211 or equivalent.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Skedros
MWF
09:00am-09:59am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Course has additional section hour to be arranged. Prerequisite: Successful completion of HDS 4211 or equivalent.
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4413
Intermediate German Readings
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Second semester course to cover German grammar, syntax, and translation; reading and translation practice of selected texts at the intermediate level related to theological and religious studies. Prerequisite: One semester of German at the college-level or German AX (offered by FAS).
Professor
Class Day & Time
Grundler-Whitacre
W
09:00am-10:59am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: One semester of German at the college-level or German AX (offered by FAS).
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4463
Intermediate Spanish Readings
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
This course focuses on Spanish reading comprehension and translation at the intermediate level, with special attention to theological and religious texts from across time periods, traditions, and genres. Students will also review key grammatical structures with the goal of improving students’ comprehension of written material in Spanish. In addition to the course readings, students will have the opportunity to work with and translate a text of their choice from their own research discipline. Prerequisite: successful completion of elementary level Spanish courses, or the equivalent language knowledge.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Eldrett
MW
06:15pm-07:14pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: successful completion of elementary level Spanish courses, or the equivalent language knowledge.
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
ECGK 5012
Biblical Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
A study of the "koine" based on texts from the New Testament. The basic concepts of New Testament Greek Grammar, syntax and vocabulary are studied and applied on readings from the Gospels. The study is diachronic, taking into consideration the development of the Greek language fom its Classical origin to the "koine" and modern Greek. The aim of this course is to immerse the students in the study of the texts.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rev. Dr. George Lewis Parsenios
TR
9:10 - 10:30 AM
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: New Testament Greek I
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MDGK 5212 Z1
Beginning Modern Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Beginning Modern Greek II is a 3-credit course designed for students with previous instruction in Modern Greek equivalent to one 3-credit semester of academic work. Our goal in this class is to increase speaking and writing proficiency through introductory readings, drills, conversation, theatrical performances, and elementary essay composition.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Ms. Kleanthi Mavrogiannaki
MW
7:00 - 8:20 PM
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: Beginning Modern Greek I
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MDGK 6312 Z1
Intermediate Modern Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Intermediate Modern Greek II is a 3-credit course designed for students with previous instruction in Modern Greek equivalent to five 3-credit semesters of academic work (a total of 15 credits). After a quick grammar review, the emphasis is on vocabulary building and conversational fluency.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Prof. Maria Kouti
TR
8:00 - 9:20 PM
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
Y
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: Beginning Modern Greek II
School
Saint John's Seminary
LT402
Elementary Latin II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
It is assumed that the student has had no formal instruction in Latin or has had only one or two years of high school Latin. The course will introduce students to Latin grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. (1.5 credits are earned per semester at the graduate level.)
Professor
Class Day & Time
Fr. O'Hanlon
TR
1:15-2:30 PM
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
1.5
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
N
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
GL502
Basic Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Continues GL501 expanding grammar and vocabulary. Emphasis on translation and analysis of basic grammatical structures and functions. Students continue in same format and small sections as GL501. Prerequisite: GL501.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Keazirian, Ed
MWF
8-8:50am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: GL501
School
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary-Hamilton
OL502
Hebrew II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Continuation of OL 501 with sustained emphasis on mastery of grammar and vocabulary. OL 502 will emphasize reading from the Hebrew Old Testament with introduction of some rudiments of exegetical method. Prerequisite: OL501.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Petter, Donna
TR
9:35-11am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
N
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4055
Intermediate Pali II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
This course is the final part of a two-year program designed to allow the student to read Buddhist canonical materials in Pali independently. The readings are taken from the canonical collections and are chosen and arranged thematically, exposing the student to key aspects of the teachings of Theravada Buddhism. The course readings are chosen to enrich the student's understanding of these teachings, at the same time as strengthening language skills. The course will also introduce the student to commentarial material. The Theravada tradition has a rich body of material that explicates and comments on the canonical texts. Gaining familiarity with this style of writing will greatly benefit the student in subsequent reading of Pali material. Prerequisites: Intermediate Pali I or equivalent (with the permission of the instructor). Note: Auditors not allowed.
Professor
Class Day & Time
TBD
MWF
10:30am-11:29am
Grading Option
Letter
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisites: Intermediate Pali I or equivalent (with the permission of the instructor). Note: Auditors not allowed.
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4158
Elementary Coptic II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
A continuation of introduction to the native language of ancient Egyptian Christianity. Basic Sahidic Coptic grammar and syntax with selected readings from the Coptic Bible and other early texts. Prerequisite: HDS 4157 or equivalent
Professor
Class Day & Time
TBD
TBD
TBD
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: HDS 4157 or equivalent
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4221
Intermediate Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Selected readings of early Christian and Hellenistic Jewish authors, selected from the Apostolic Fathers, Apologists, hagiographic, apocryphal, gnostic materials, Irenaeus, Clement, Origen, Philo or Josephus. Texts will be chosen to consolidate Greek skills and, where possible, to reflect the interests of the class; each will be set in its historical and linguistic context as an essential part of translation and interpretation. Designed both for those who wish to gain reading skills with a variety of authors and for those who plan further study of Greek, e.g., in Advanced Greek (4230). Prerequisite: Intermediate Greek I (4220) or equivalent.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Haley
MW
06:00pm-07:15pm
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: Intermediate Greek I (4220) or equivalent.
School
Harvard Divinity School
HDS 4453
Intermediate French Readings
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
This course is designed to help students gain proficiency in reading and translating texts related to theological French and religious studies, as well as academic French more broadly, at the intermediate level. Grammar and vocabulary are reviewed as needed. The syllabus may be adjusted according to the specific interests of the students enrolled in the course. Prerequisite: HDS 4451 Elementary French for Reading, one semester of French at the college level, or equivalent elementary language knowledge.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Torracinta
W
09:00am-11:29am
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
4
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: HDS 4451 Elementary French for Reading, one semester of French at the college level, or equivalent elementary language knowledge.
School
Hebrew College
HBW511
Foundations of Biblical Hebrew 2
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
This course is an intensive introduction to Biblical Hebrew. A basic familiarity with Hebrew is presumed, including a working knowledge of the major Binyanim. Working in coordination with the course "Introduction to Reading Tanakh", grammatical concepts will be applied to the decoding of texts studied in that course. Texts studied may include midrash, rabbinical commentary, and modern Hebrew songs, thereby affording students guidance and practice in reading such texts.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Rabbi Navah L:evine
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See notes
Grading Option
PF or Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
N
Notes
Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm and Fridays 9:15 am – 10:45 am , February 2nd to May 12th
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MDGK 5212
Beginning Modern Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Beginning Modern Greek II is a 3-credit course designed for students with previous instruction in Modern Greek equivalent to one 3-credit semester of academic work. Our goal in this class is to increase speaking and writing proficiency through introductory readings, drills, conversation, theatrical performances, and elementary essay composition.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Prof. Anna Manaras
R
6:30 - 8:50 PM
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
TBA
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prerequisite: Beginning Modern Greek I
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MDGK 6312
Intermediate Modern Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Intermediate Modern Greek II is a 3-credit course designed for students with previous instruction in Modern Greek equivalent to five 3-credit semesters of academic work (a total of 15 credits). After a quick grammar review, the emphasis is on vocabulary building and conversational fluency.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Stamatia G. Dova
MF
2:10 - 3:30 PM
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: Beginning Modern Greek II
School
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology
MDGK 7234
Advanced Modern Greek II
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
A continuation of Advanced Modern Greek I. Intensive study of the language with special focus on vocabulary expansion, advanced syntactical structures, and oral usage. Selected readings of literary texts with passages from contemporary writers and sermon presentations.
Professor
Class Day & Time
Dr. Stamatia G. Dova
MF
12:40 - 2:00 PM
Grading Option
Letter, P/F, Audit
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
N
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
Prereq: Intermediate Modern Greek II
School
Boston University School of Theology
STHTO 724
Biblical Hebrew 2
BTI Category
Semester
Languages
SP26
Continues and presupposes STHTO 723 Biblical Hebrew I
Professor
Class Day & Time
Simonson, Brandon
TR
8:00-9:15am
Grading Option
Letter or P/F
Credits
3
Professor Approval Req'd?
Y
Online?
N
Prerequisites?
Y
Notes
N
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