Classical Greek: Verbs, Sentences & Philosophy

This module explores the fundamental characteristics of the Greek verbal system, examining its unique features and how they differ from modern languages. Students will learn about the core components of Greek verbs, including their morphological structure, tense-aspect system, voice, and mood distinctions that are essential for understanding classical Greek texts.

This module focuses on the various types of verbs in classical Greek and their conjugation patterns. Students will learn to identify and differentiate between verb classes, understand regular and irregular conjugations, and practice applying these patterns in translation exercises. The module covers present, future, aorist, perfect, and other tenses across different moods.

This module introduces students to Socrates as portrayed in Plato's writings, using authentic philosophical texts as a vehicle for language learning. Students will examine excerpts from Platonic dialogues, analyzing both their philosophical content and grammatical structures. The module connects language acquisition with exploration of key philosophical concepts and dialogical methods in ancient Greek thought.

This module delivers a comprehensive introduction to the syntax of classical Greek, building upon previously learned morphology. Students will learn how words combine to form meaningful phrases and sentences, focusing on case usage, agreement, word order, and other syntactical features that distinguish Greek from other languages. The module uses politically themed texts to illustrate these principles in context.

This module explores the function and usage of prepositions and particles in classical Greek, elements that are crucial for nuanced understanding of texts. Students will learn how prepositions govern cases and modify meaning, while discovering how particles serve to connect ideas, express emphasis, and convey subtle shades of meaning that are often challenging to translate. Examples from authentic texts will reinforce these concepts.

This module examines the various types of sentences in classical Greek and teaches students how to identify them. Students will learn to recognize and analyze simple, compound, and complex sentences, along with conditional statements, relative clauses, and indirect discourse. The module builds critical analytical skills by teaching students to deconstruct sentences and understand the relationships between clauses.

This module explores the rich and nuanced conceptions of politics and love in classical antiquity, drawing from key philosophical, literary, and historical texts