NT 102, the Greek of the New Testament

NT 102, The Greek of the New Testament Grace Bible Institute Spring 2015, 3 credit hours Instructor: Stephen Samec Contact: [email protected] 813.833.6100

Course Syllabus

11. Course Description

This course serves as an introduction to the grammar, morphology, and vocabulary of Koine Greek. The material of this second semester will limit itself to the conclusion of the Greek noun system and an introduction to the Greek verbal system, with particular reference to the present, future, and imperfect forms. This course, along with subsequent courses, will provide the student with the tools necessary for reading and translating the Greek New Testament.

122.2. Course Objectives

This course aims at five primary objectives: (1) to give the student competency in the grammar rules and paradigms associated with the Greek noun system and verbal system; (2) to reorient the student with basic English grammar; (3) to introduce the formal equivalence translation methodology; (4) to learn 134 new vocabulary words (last semester we learned about 102); and (5) to instill a greater passion for diligence and accuracy in the study of God's precious Word.

13. Resources and Materials

The majority of the subsequent resources are available for purchase at cbd.com, amazon.com, or a local Christian retailer (e.g., Tampa Christian Supply and Lifeway Christian Store).

3.1 Required Resources

The following three resources will alone prove sufficient for the first three semesters of beginning Greek. You may make use of a myriad of other helpful resources (some of which you will see below under "Recommended Resources"), but the following three are required.

Make sure you bring these three resources with you to class every week!!!

Carver, Robert W. These Necessary Things: A Workbook to Assist You in Your Study of Greek. 2nd ed. 2010.

The author of this workbook has generously allowed the Institute to print as many copies as necessary. Copies will be provided as handouts during each lecture session. I strongly recommend that you obtain a 1" or 1 1/2" three ring binder to keep your notes organized. 2

(You will want them for future use/study.) If you wish to purchase a bound copy, this workbook is available at the Clearwater Christian College campus bookstore.

Mounce, William D. Basics of Biblical Greek: Grammar. 3rd ed. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2009. (ISBN: 9780310287681)

———. Basics of Biblical Greek: Workbook. 3rd ed. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2009. (ISBN: 9780310287674)

3.2 Recommended Resources

If you would like to learn more about morphology, basic English and Greek grammar, or verbal aspect, you may want to consult some of the following recommended resources.

*Campbell, Constantine R. Basics of Verbal Aspect in Biblical Greek. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2008.

*———. Keep Your Greek: Strategies for Busy People. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2010.

Lamerson, Samuel. English Grammar to Ace New Testament Greek. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2004. (ISBN: 9780310255345)

Mounce, William D. Basics of Biblical Greek Pack. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2013 (ISBN: 9780310514381)

This pack contains Mounce's Grammar, Workbook, video lectures, vocabulary CD, vocabulary cards, and laminate paradigm sheets.

———. Biblical Greek: A Compact Guide. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 2011.

*———. The Morphology of Biblical Greek: A Companion to Basics of Biblical Greek and The Analytical Lexicon to the Greek New Testament. Grand Rapids: Zondervan, 1994.

14. Requirements

The requirements of this course will consist of careful study of grammatical rules and paradigms in Mounce's textbook, vocabulary memorization and quizzes, workbook exercises, substantive and informed class interaction, and preparation for periodic exams.

15. Grading

This course will utilize a ten-point grading scale (please, hold your applause). Nothing below a C will be considered a passing grade.

A = 90-100 B = 80-89 3

C = 70-79 D = 60-69 F = < 60

 Assigned reading in Mounce...... 10%  Workbook exercises...... 15%  Vocabulary quizzes...... 20%  Major content exams (3)...... 30%  Final exam...... 25%

16. Course Schedule

Week Date Lecture Topic(s) Assignments1 1 Jan 24 Class Introduction;  Read ch. 11 in BBG Personal Pronouns  Memorize ch. 11 vocabulary (Mounce ch. 11) 2 Jan 31 Αὐτός  Review the 3rd declension (Mounce ch. 12) chart and the Square of Stops  Complete Exercise #11  Read ch. 12 in BBG 3 Feb 7 Those Demonstrative  Memorize ch. 12 vocabulary Pronouns/Adjectives  Complete Exercise #12 (Mounce ch. 13)  Read ch. 13 in BBG 4 Feb 14 Relative Pronouns  Memorize ch. 13 vocabulary (Mounce ch. 14)  Complete Exercise #13  Read ch. 14 in BBG 5 Feb 21 Exam #1  Study for Exam #1 Take-home exam, no class 6 Feb 28 Introduction to Verbs  Memorize ch. 14 vocabulary (Mounce ch. 15)  Complete Exercise #14  Read ch. 15 in BBG 7 Mar 7 Break: Shepherds' Conference 8 Mar Present Active Indicative  Translation assignment: TBA 14 (Mounce ch. 16)  Read ch. 16 in BBG 9 Mar Exam #2  Study for Exam #2 21 Take-home exam, no class 10 Mar Contract Verbs  Memorize ch. 16 vocabulary 28 (Mounce ch. 17)  Complete Exercise #16  Read ch. 17 in BBG 11 Apr 4 Present Middle/Passive Indicative  Memorize ch. 17 vocabulary (Mounce ch. 18)  Complete Exercise #17  Read ch. 18 in BBG

1 Assignments are due on the date set forth in the corresponding left-hand column. 4

12 Apr 11 Future Active/Middle Indicative  Memorize ch. 18 vocabulary (Mounce ch. 19)  Complete Exercise #18  Read ch. 19 in BBG 13 Apr 18 Exam #3  Study for Exam #3 Take-home exam, no class 14 Apr 25 Verbal Roots,  Memorize ch. 19 vocabulary and Other Forms of the Future  Complete Exercise #19 (Mounce ch. 20)  Read ch. 20 in BBG 15 May 2 Imperfect Indicative  Memorize ch. 20 vocabulary (Mounce ch. 21)  Complete Exercise #20  Read ch. 21 in BBG 16 May 9 Overview of the Noun System  Memorize ch. 21 vocabulary and the Present, Future, and  Complete Exercise #21 Imperfect Indicative Verbal Systems  Catch up on past reading  Study for final 17 May Final Exam 16